News by “Sana Ullah“
In a sensational display at Dubai International Stadium during the 19th match of IPL T20 Season 2, Pakistani star Asif Khan achieved the fastest half-century in the history of IPL T20, securing a resounding victory for Desert Vipers by defeating Desert Wipers by six wickets with just 18 balls.Asif Khan’s remarkable innings of 50 runs off 20 balls, including five fours and four sixes, in partnership with captain Colin Munro’s explosive 51 runs off 36 balls, propelled the Vipers to victory. This triumph elevated the Vipers to the third position on the points table, while defending champions Desert Giants slipped to the bottom in the defensive champions’ table.Asif Khan’s effortless boundaries and unconventional shots delighted fans, and the Vipers successfully chased down the target of 161 set by the Wipers in 16.5 overs.The Giants managed to score 160 runs in their designated 20 overs, with Kris Lynn contributing 31, Jordan Cox adding 26, and Shermon Hetmyer hitting 23 runs with five fours and one six. Muhammad Amir displayed excellent bowling, taking 3 wickets for 34 runs.Asif Khan’s rapid-fire half-century has established him as the standout player of the match, contributing significantly to the Vipers’ impressive run chase.
