A thrilling one-run victory was secured by the Dubai Capitals against the MI Emirates, thanks to 20-year-old pacer Farhan Khan's composed final over with Kieron Pollard occupying the crease at one point. Rovman Powell lauded Farhan's performance, highlighting the blend of experienced players and young talents as a key strength of the Dubai Capitals.
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Tilak Varma, in only the early stages of his T20I career, has established himself as a versatile and reliable player. His recent performance against England, including an unbeaten 72, showcased his ability to expertly blend caution with aggression on a challenging pitch, as he led India to a successful 166-run chase.
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