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Nothing is more special for a batter than delivering an exceptional performance on the grandest stage, particularly in the final match of a tournament. MI Emirates' Andre Fletcher achieved something remarkable by launching a 110-meter six without even casting a glance at the ball.

Errors are a part of human nature, but when playing on a grand stage, one should exercise greater caution. Gulf Giants' Liam Dawson failed to seize a golden opportunity by missing an easy catch that could have disrupted the crucial opening partnership of Dubai Capitals in the Qualifier 2 at Sharjah.

In the wooden-spoon battle of the league stages,  Desert Vipers drubbed Sharjah Warriors in a rain-curtailed contest to deny a playoff berth. Matheesha Pathirana and Nathan Sowter’s three-fers restricted the hosts to a below-par score that the Vipers’ batters overhauled with 31 balls to spare.

Dubai Capitals won back-to-back matches to solidify their playoff chances in a low-scoring contest in Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi. Max Holden and Tom Banton set the tone for a winning total and the Emirates batters failed to produce the goods against Haider Ali and Zahir Khan’s wily spin.