The incident took place in the 19th over of the match. While running to take the run, Irish batsman Andy Mcbrine fell at the feet of Nepal pacer Kamal Singh Airi. McBrain ran to get to the other side immediately after the fall, but before the Irishman reached the crease, Kamal Singh threw the ball to wicketkeeper Asif. But Asif got the ball and decided not to dismiss the Irishman.
ICYMI: Nepal wicketkeeper Aasif Sheikh displayed some outstanding sportsmanship in a 16-run loss to Ireland… the ‘spirit of cricket’ is alive!???????????? pic.twitter.com/D2E2a4wVMc
— ????Flashscore Cricket Commentators (@FlashCric) February 15, 2022
Commentators who were commenting on the match immediately came out in support of Asif Sheikh’s move. ‘I was thrilled by the scene, which warmed my eyes and mind. Asif Sheikh could have easily run out the batter. But he was not ready for it. This is the true essence of cricket. This will be my nomination for the Spirit of Cricket award, ”said one of the commentators.
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Despite the sportsman’s spirit in the match, Nepal failed to win against Ireland. They lost the match by 16 runs. Ireland lost the toss and opted to bat, scoring 127 in the allotted 20 overs. Nepal set a target of 128 for victory but ended the innings at 111.
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