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Lockie Ferguson made an unforgettable debut in International League (ILT20) by hitting his first delivery, removed Joe Clarke with a remarkable piece of bowling in Match 2 between Abu Dhabi Knight Riders and Desert Viper.
Desert Vipers captain Lockie Ferguson hits his first ball in the ILT20
The ball, delivered at 136 kph, showed Ferguson’s ability to fool batters with subtle changes in pace. Placed on a full length just outside the off stump, the delivery angles sharply, exploiting the movement of the seam to perfection. Clarke, who attempted a wide drive, failed to account for the inside movement and ended up playing on the wrong line. The result was spectacular – the ball eluded Clarke’s bat and ripped off his leg stump, leaving him stunned and the crowd roaring. This precise and devastating delivery highlights Ferguson’s ability to adapt his skills to any situation, highlighting his value as a true game changer. It was a perfect start for Ferguson, setting the tone for an effective ILT20 campaign.
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Steady start for Abu Dhabi Knight Riders despite early wickets
The Knight Riders face an uphill battle in their second match of the ILT20 2025 season against the Vipers after being put into bat at the Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi. Knight Riders lost early wickets, with Kyle Mayers left for just 2 runs in the third over, followed by Joe Clarke being dismissed by Ferguson in the fourth over. Michael Pepper showed some intent but fell to a sharp run-out in the Sam Curranleaving the team at 39/3 after the powerplay.
Despite the setbacks, Salt anchored the innings with 36 off 31 balls, supported by Alishan Sharafusteady contribution of 15 runs. The Vipers bowlers, led by Mohammad Amir and Ferguson, kept things tight, with Amir conceding just six runs in 2.3 overs. At the halfway mark, the Knight Riders managed to reach 68/3, maintaining a run rate of around 6 but needed a strong finish from their middle and lower order. is.
