A mesmerizing spin bowling display from Nasum Ahmed, claiming five wickets for just 22 runs, spearheaded Mohammedan Sporting Club to a convincing 5-wicket victory over Brothers Union in the Dhaka Premier Division Cricket League on Thursday.
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This win secured Mohammedan's spot in the Super League phase with 16 points, trailing only Abahani Limited.
Brothers Union struggled from the outset, losing early wickets to Nasum's masterful control and variations. Mahmudul Hasan (45) and Rahatul Ferdous (45) offered some resistance, but Nasum's consistent breakthroughs restricted Brothers to a modest total of 135.
Mehidy Hasan Miraz also contained runs and bagged three wickets for Mohammedan.
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Mohammedan started with a strong opening stand. Skipper Imrul Kayes anchored the innings with a magnificent unbeaten knock of 92, laced with 12 boundaries and 3 sixes. His dominant display ensured Mohammedan comfortably reached the target in just 23.2 overs.
Nasum Ahmed deservingly earned the Player of the Match award for his match-winning bowling performance.
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While Mohammedan secured 16 points, Brothers slipped to eighth position in the points table with only six points from three wins in 11 matches.