ADKR 181/5 in 20 Overs [Liam Livingstone 76(48), Sherfane Rutherford 24*(14); Lockie Ferguson 3/34 in 4 Overs] beat DV 180/6 in 20 Overs [Max Holden 52(43), Fakhar Zaman 44(32); Andre Russell 2/16 in 3 Overs] by 1 run
Abu Dhabi Knight Riders took on Desert Vipers at Abu Dhabi in a high-stakes home clash, aiming to come back strong and get back to winning ways. Backed by a passionate home crowd and driven by a strong sense of belief, ADKR stepped onto the field with clear intent to reclaim momentum. The energy in the camp was evident from the first ball, as the Knight Riders looked to assert themselves, trust their processes and deliver under pressure in a contest that promised intensity till the very end.
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Batting first, ADKR were powered by a commanding knock from Liam Livingstone, who once again underlined his class with a superb 76 off 48 deliveries. Blending composure with controlled aggression, Livingstone held the innings together and dictated the tempo through the middle overs. Sherfane Rutherford played the perfect supporting role, staying calm at the crease and finishing strongly with an unbeaten 24 off 14, ensuring ADKR carried momentum right through to the final over to post a competitive 181/5.
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Defending the total, ADKR’s bowlers produced a display of discipline, courage and excellent execution. Andre Russell led the way with an outstanding spell of 2/16, applying pressure at key moments, while the rest of the attack stuck to their plans with precision. With the game hanging in the balance, Ajay Kumar showed nerves of steel, brilliantly defending just nine runs in the final over to seal a thrilling one-run victory. It was a statement win built on belief, character and execution, a night where ADKR held their nerve and delivered when it mattered most.
