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WATCH: Bizarre no ball from former India pacer echoes Mohammed Amir horror in Abu Dhabi T10 League

In a pulsating encounter during the 14th Abu Dhabi T10 League match, the Chennai Braves emerged victorious against the Northern Warriors by five wickets. However, the spotlight shifted to Abhimanyu Mithun from the Northern Warriors.

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In a pulsating encounter during the 14th Abu Dhabi T10 League match, the Chennai Braves emerged victorious against the Northern Warriors by five wickets. While Zimbabwe's skipper, Sikander Raza, claimed the Player of the Match award for his stellar batting in pursuit of a challenging target of 106/3, the spotlight shifted to Abhimanyu Mithun from the Northern Warriors.

Mithun, a former Indian pacer, created a stir with a peculiar no-ball incident that echoed memories of Mohammad Amir's infamous overstep. The controversial moment unfolded in the 5th over of the chase when Mithun, in his opening over, dismissed Bhanuka Rajapaksa with his second delivery. However, the elation of the wicket was short-lived as he overstepped significantly, as evident in replays showing his foot well ahead of the bowling crease.

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This crucial no-ball denied Mithun the opportunity to dismiss Charith Asalanka on the following delivery, leaving spectators in disbelief. The bizarre incident added fuel to the fire, considering the Warriors conceded 21 runs as extras in a span of 58 balls, sparking speculations and discussions among netizens. Despite Mithun's brilliance in claiming two wickets, the Warriors fell short of clinching the victory.

The Chennai Braves won the game comfortably

Opting to field first after winning the toss, the Braves executed a well-thought-out strategy that paid dividends. They efficiently restricted the Warriors to a modest 106-3 within the stipulated 10 overs. Hazratullah Zazai's explosive 54 off 32 deliveries set the tone for the Warriors, with Charith Asalanka and Stephen Eskinazi contributing crucial scores of 22 each. Raza's impactful knock of 27 guided the Braves to a convincing five-wicket triumph.

The Braves' decision to field first showcased their tactical acumen as their bowlers created pressure, and the subsequent batting display secured a well-deserved victory, highlighting a harmonious blend of skill and teamwork. As the Abu Dhabi T10 League continues, Sunday will witness three more thrilling encounters in the ongoing tournament.

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