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Ali Dawood’s Five-Wicket Haul Earns Player of the Match Honours Against Mongolia
Oct 11, 2026
Bahrain National Cricket Team’s Ali Dawood delivered an exceptional bowling performance against Mongolia, earning the prestigious Player of the Match award in Match 15 of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Asia Sub-Regional Qualifier A 2026, held at the Selangor Turf Club in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Dawood produced a remarkable spell, claiming five wickets for just five runs in four overs , playing a decisive role in restricting Mongolia to just 17 runs in 12.4 overs.
His outstanding bowling display was characterised by precision, consistency and disciplined execution, as he maintained pressure on Mongolia’s batting lineup throughout his spell. His ability to deliver crucial breakthroughs proved instrumental in Bahrain’s dominant performance.
With Mongolia dismissed for a modest total, Bahrain successfully chased the target in just 1.1 overs, reaching 18/2 and securing an emphatic eight-wicket victory.
Dawood’s five-wicket haul stood out as one of the defining individual performances of Bahrain’s tournament campaign, demonstrating his bowling capabilities and contribution to the national team’s success.