UAE bowler Hazrat Bilal’s massive front-foot no-ball in the Abu Dhabi T10 League became the centre of amusement and debate. During Samp Army’s clash with New York Strikers, the error resulted in a six and sparked laughter on the field, social media buzz, and questions from Australian cricketer David Warner.
UAE bowler Hazrat Bilal became the talk of the Abu Dhabi T10 League on Friday.
His enormous front-foot no-ball amused players, fans, and cricket pundits worldwide.
The incident occurred during Samp Army’s match against New York Strikers, leaving everyone stunned.
The Incident: A Laughing Moment on Field
Hazrat Bilal, representing Samp Army, overstepped by more than a foot while delivering a short ball.
The error earned the opposing team a free-hit, promptly dispatched for six by Donovan Ferreira.
On the field, players like Faf du Plessis laughed at the replay, showing the game’s light-hearted side.Â
Reece Topley’s chuckles on the sidelines further highlighted the moment’s humour.
David Warner’s reaction on social media amplified the moment’s visibility.
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David Warner’s Post
The Australian cricketer questioned the free-hit rule, inviting online debate among cricket fans.
A Match to Remember for Samp Army
Despite the no-ball, Samp Army displayed dominance in the match, led by Faf du Plessis’ explosive batting.
Du Plessis scored a blistering 75 off 32 balls, steering his team to a solid 136 runs.
The bowlers then restricted the Strikers to 99-7, ensuring a convincing victory for the Samp Army.
The incident also came amid renewed scrutiny of the Abu Dhabi T10 League.
Earlier this year, ICC imposed corruption bans on officials from the league’s 2021 edition, raising questions about its integrity.
Hazrat Bilal’s moment, though unintentional, brought much-needed amusement to the game.
Such incidents remind everyone that cricket is also about light-hearted moments and unpredictability.
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