Abu Dhabi T10 League Faces Match-Fixing Allegations After Controversial No-Ball Incident
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The Abu Dhabi T10 League 2024 has landed in controversy after a massive no-ball bowled by Hazrat Bilal during the New York Strikers vs. Samp Army match on November 22. The unusual delivery raised eyebrows among fans, who took to social media to voice their suspicions about potential fixing in the tournament.
Adding fuel to the fire, former Australian cricketer David Warner also noticed the incident and shared his concerns on social media. Fans questioned the integrity of the league and demanded stricter regulations to ensure fair play in the rapidly growing world of T20 and T10 cricket.
Calls for Better Oversight in Growing T10 Leagues
With the increasing popularity of T10 leagues worldwide, the need for a dedicated authority to monitor and maintain their integrity has become critical. The Abu Dhabi T10 League, which has been running successfully for years, has expanded further this season, featuring 10 teams following the inclusion of two new franchises.
Match Summary
The match itself saw a dominant performance from the Morrisville Samp Army, who posted a massive 135/1 in their 10 overs, thanks to a blistering 75* by Faf du Plessis and a quickfire 41* from Andries Gous. The New York Strikers, despite having some hard-hitters, struggled to keep up and could only score 99/7, falling short by 36 runs. This marked Samp Army’s second consecutive win, securing them the top spot on the points table.
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