Ali Dawood’s Five-Wicket Haul Earns Player of the Match Honours Against Mongolia

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.

His achievement also highlighted the importance of individual excellence within a collective team effort, as Bahrain continued to showcase strong performances in the international competition.

The Bahrain Cricket Federation congratulates Ali Dawood on his well-deserved Player of the Match recognition and commends his dedication, discipline and outstanding contribution to the team.

His performance serves as another proud moment for Bahrain Cricket, reflecting the talent, determination and competitive spirit of the national team on the international stage.

Performance Highlights

Player: Ali Dawood
Award: Player of the Match
Match: Bahrain vs Mongolia — Match 15
Tournament: ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Asia Sub-Regional Qualifier A 2026
Date: 11 October 2026
Venue: Selangor Turf Club, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Bowling figures:

• Overs: 4
• Runs conceded: 5
• Wickets: 5
• Economy rate: 1.25

Match Result: Bahrain won by 8 wickets.

A five-wicket performance to remember and another significant achievement for Ali Dawood and Bahrain Cricket.