WATCH: Dushmantha Chameera clears Kusal Perera with a jaffa at ILT20 2025

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January 13 2025

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January 13 2025

The fourth game of International T20 League (ILT20) 2025 at Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi started with high intensity as the Dubai Capitals fast bowler Dushmantha Chameera made an impressive delivery to see off MI Emirates Kusal Perera. The moment highlighted Chameera’s skill and gave the Capitals an early lead.

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Dubai Capitals’ decision to bowl for the first time proved fruitful

By opting to bowl first, Dubai Capitals aimed to exploit the cool conditions under the Abu Dhabi lights. His decision proved fruitful, with Chameera hitting only the first ball of the second over to remove the dangerous Perera, setting the tone for a strong bowling performance.

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Dushamntha Chameera beauty dismantles Kusal Perera

Chameera, known for his pace and precision, produced a beauty to send his fellow Sri Lankan back to the pavilion. Bowling over the wicket, Chameera bowled a good length ball that centered on the top of the stump.

Perera, an aggressive left-handed batsman, failed to move his feet effectively and tried to defend with a slightly tilted bat. Unfortunately for him, the ball hit a thick inside edge and dislodged his leg stump. The Capitals celebrated with joy, knowing that they had secured the wicket of a key player.

This dismissal was a textbook example of top-class fast bowling, leaving Perera with no margin for error. Chameera’s ferocious opening spell set the tone for the Dubai Capitals, who looked to capitalize on the early breakthrough.

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IMMEDIATE IMPACT! 💥
Dushmantha Chameera strikes with his first ball, sending his compatriot packing with a jaffa!#MIEvDC #DPWorldILT20 #EveryoneInCricket @Dubai_Capitals @DPWorldUAE @DP_World @ilt20onzee pic.twitter.com/e083OZHOg7
— International T20 League (@ILT20Official) January 13, 2025

MI Emirates rebuilds after the first blows

Despite the initial setback, MI Emirates managed to recover and reached 91/2 at the end of 11 overs. Their middle-order batsmen began to stabilize the innings, focusing on rotating the strike while taking calculated risks. The Capitals, however, continued to play with discipline, keeping the hitters in check.