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UAE's Sharafu Eyes Bowling Tweaks for Crucial T20 World Cup Clash vs Canada

UAE batter Alishan Sharafu said his team's batting unit took confidence from posting 173 against New Zealand, despite a heavy defeat. He emphasized the need for bowling adjustments to secure a better result in their crucial match against Canada. Sharafu highlighted his effective partnership with captain Muhammad Waseem as central to their batting plans. He also credited his experience in the ILT20 for reducing nerves and providing valuable exposure against top bowlers.

Key Points: UAE's Sharafu on T20 WC: Batting Confidence, Bowling Tweaks Needed

  • UAE seeks first win vs Canada
  • Batting unit took confidence from NZ match
  • Sharafu highlights key partnership with skipper
  • ILT20 experience provided valuable exposure
  • Plan to keep batting approach simple
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T20 WC: Hopefully UAE tweaks a few things with ball to get a better result, says Sharafu

UAE batter Alishan Sharafu reflects on strong batting vs NZ, stresses need for bowling adjustments ahead of must-win T20 World Cup match against Canada.

"Hopefully, we can tweak a few things with the ball to get a better result today. - Alishan Sharafu"

New Delhi, Feb 13

UAE batter Alishan Sharafu said his side's batting unit took confidence from their opening performance at the World Cup, even though they fell to a ten-wicket defeat to New Zealand and hoped for a few tweaks with the ball to come good to get a better result against Canada at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Friday.

Sharafu and Muhammad Waseem hit fifties to power UAE to 173 against New Zealand, but the Blackcaps chased down the total with ten wickets in hand in a stunning chase in Chennai. UAE now need a win over Canada to open their account in the Group D points table.

"Personally, it was an ideal start for us as a batting unit, and we were quite happy with our first-innings total. However, they came out swinging, and it was unfortunate to end up on the losing side. It was a decent start with the bat, and hopefully, we can tweak a few things with the ball to get a better result today," Sharafu said to broadcasters ahead of the match.

He also highlighted his partnership with skipper Muhammad Waseem as a key factor in UAE's batting plans. "We've batted together quite a lot, so we complement each other well and I really enjoy my time out there with him.

"The plan was simple: maintain positive intent during the powerplay, then try to bat as deep as possible to cash in at the end. I got out in the 15th over, but he stayed out there throughout the innings, which was key for us."

Sharafu said his stint in the International League T20 (ILT20) gave him valuable exposure against top bowlers. "Playing in the ILT20 a couple of months ago helped a lot because we've faced most of these bowlers before.

"Since it's not the first time seeing them, the nerves aren't as bad. It's a great confidence booster to carry into a tournament like this, allowing us to pick up small details and replicate them here," he said.

Looking ahead, Sharafu stressed the importance of keeping his approach simple. "I just try to enjoy my batting. I fancy taking my chances early in the powerplay, and once that's over, I wait for the balls that are there to be put away. I keep it as simple as possible - go out there and have some fun," he concluded.

- IANS

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Priya S
It's heartening to see Associate nations putting up a fight. The ILT20 experience is clearly paying off for players like Sharafu. More such leagues can only help global cricket. Hope they have a good game against Canada.
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Aman W
Respect for the fight, but conceding a 10-wicket loss after putting up 173 runs shows a massive bowling weakness. Just "tweaking a few things" might not be enough. They need a serious strategy overhaul, especially in the powerplay. Hope they've worked on it.
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Sarah B
Enjoying the World Cup so far! It's great for the sport to have different teams competing. Sharafu and Waseem's partnership sounds solid. Good luck to both UAE and Canada today.
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Karthik V
The match is in Delhi? Hope the pitch is a good one. UAE's batting confidence is good, but bowling has to support. In T20, a total is only as good as your bowling attack. Let's see if they can defend or chase better today.
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Nisha Z
"Go out there and have some fun" – I love that attitude from a young player! Too much pressure can ruin the game. Hope they play freely and we get an exciting contest. 🤞

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