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Abdul Majid’s Five-Wicket Haul Earns Player of the Match Honours Against Myanmar
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Abdul Majid’s Five-Wicket Haul Earns Player of the Match Honours Against Myanmar

Bahrain’s Abdul Majid delivered an outstanding bowling performance against Myanmar in Match 9 of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Asia Sub-Regional Qualifier A 2026, claiming five wickets for just 25 runs to earn the prestigious Player of the Match award.

Playing at Selangor Turf Club in Kuala Lumpur, Majid produced a match-defining spell that played a crucial role in Bahrain’s commanding eight-wicket victory.

With Myanmar looking to establish a competitive total, Majid stepped up with an impressive display of bowling, consistently challenging the batters and providing important breakthroughs. His ability to maintain pressure and take wickets proved instrumental in disrupting Myanmar’s batting lineup.

Finishing with exceptional figures of 5/25, Majid emerged as the standout performer of the contest, helping Bahrain restrict Myanmar to 70/9 in their allotted 20 overs.

His five-wicket haul highlighted his effectiveness with the ball, demonstrating the precision, control and determination required to perform at the international level.

With the bowlers having established a strong foundation, Bahrain’s batting lineup completed the task confidently, reaching 73/2 in just 11.2 overs to secure victory by eight wickets with 52 balls remaining.

While Bahrain’s win was the result of a collective team effort, Majid’s exceptional contribution with the ball was central to the outcome. His performance not only earned him individual recognition but also helped Bahrain maintain its winning momentum in the qualifying tournament.

The Player of the Match award was a fitting recognition of a remarkable bowling display, as Abdul Majid delivered when it mattered and played a decisive role in another convincing victory for Bahrain.

Performance Highlights

  • Player: Abdul Majid
  • Team: Bahrain
  • Opponent: Myanmar
  • Wickets: 5
  • Runs Conceded: 25
  • Award: Player of the Match
  • Match Result: Bahrain won by 8 wickets
  • Tournament: ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Asia Sub-Regional Qualifier A 2026
  • Date: 8 October 2026

Five wickets. One exceptional performance. A well-deserved Player of the Match honour for Abdul Majid.