Bangi – Malaysia cruised to a 6-wicket win over Myanmar in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Asia Qualifier A on Saturday, 31st August 2024, at the YSD-UKM Cricket Oval. Myanmar’s batting struggled throughout their innings, and Malaysia chased down the modest target with ease to secure their second victory of the tournament.
Myanmar’s Struggles with the Bat:
Myanmar, opting to bat first, could only muster 75/7 in their 20 overs. Pyae Phyo Wai was the top scorer with 26 off 33 balls, but the rest of the batting lineup struggled to get going. Malaysia’s bowlers were disciplined, with Virandeep Singh and Sharvin Muniandy leading the charge. Singh was the standout, taking 1/10 in his 3 overs, while Muniandy also picked up a wicket for 14 runs in his 3 overs.
Malaysia’s Chase:
Chasing a modest total, Malaysia had a few hiccups early on but eventually chased down the target in 9.4 overs with 6 wickets in hand. Virandeep Singh anchored the chase with an unbeaten 23 off 14 balls, supported by captain Syed Aziz, who contributed a brisk 20 off 9 balls. Pyae Phyo Wai was the pick of the bowlers for Myanmar, taking 3/20 in his 4 overs.
Brief Scores:
Myanmar: 75/7 in 20 overs (Pyae Phyo Wai 26; Virandeep Singh 1/10, Sharvin Muniandy 1/14)
Malaysia: 78/4 in 9.4 overs (Virandeep Singh 23*, Syed Aziz 20*; Pyae Phyo Wai 3/20)
Result: Malaysia won by 6 wickets
Player of the Match: Virandeep Singh (Malaysia)
This victory strengthens Malaysia’s position in the qualifiers, while Myanmar will need to regroup and come back stronger in their next match.
