India A delivered a dominant performance to secure a commanding seven-wicket victory over the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in the Emerging Teams Asia Cup 2024. Chasing a modest target of 108, India A cruised to the finish line, wrapping up the chase with 55 balls to spare.
While the entire team’s clinical execution stood out, a spectacular moment came courtesy of Ayush Badoni, who pulled off an extraordinary catch that left everyone in awe. The highlight came in the 15th over of UAE’s innings when Muhammad Jawadullah, attempting to clear the long-on boundary off Ramandeep Singh’s delivery, played an aerial shot.
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Ayush Badoni, stationed in the deep, leapt into action, diving full stretch to his right to take a stunning catch, bringing Jawadullah’s short stay at the crease to an end after he managed just 1 run. The catch drew widespread attention on social media for its athleticism and timing.
WHAT. A. CATCH! 🏏🔥 Ayush Badoni just pulled off an absolute stunner! His lightning reflexes and precision on the field are unmatched. Moments like these define matches and showcase pure talent. Hats off to Badoni for turning the game with that catch! 👏 #EmergingAsiaCup2024 pic.twitter.com/h6A107HPTn
— MSD07 (@nOthInGtOdo1997) October 21, 2024
UAE struggled with the bat, managing only 107 runs in their innings. Rahul Chopra’s resilient knock of 50 off 50 deliveries was the only significant contribution. India A’s bowlers were in top form, with Rasikh Salam leading the attack by picking up three wickets, while Ramandeep Singh chipped in with two.
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In response, India A had no difficulty chasing down the target. Abhishek Sharma led the charge with a quickfire 58 off 24 balls, anchoring the innings with aggressive stroke play. Skipper Tilak Varma also looked solid, contributing 21 off 18 balls, while Ayush Badoni, fresh from his spectacular fielding effort, remained unbeaten on 12, finishing the game with a boundary and a six.
This marked India A’s second consecutive win in the tournament, having earlier beaten Pakistan A by seven runs. India A now turns its attention to their next encounter against Oman.
