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Shadab Khan's 19-ball fifty powers Antigua & Barbuda Falcons to CPL 2026 title
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🗓 24 Aug 2026, 08:39 AM
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Pakistani all‑rounder Shadab Khan smashed a rapid 19‑ball half‑century, steering the Antigua and Barbuda Falcons to clinch the Caribbean Premier League 2026 championship.
In the decisive match of the Caribbean Premier League 2026, Shadab Khan delivered a blistering 19‑ball fifty that proved pivotal for the Antigua and Barbuda Falcons. His aggressive stroke‑play came at a crucial juncture, shifting momentum firmly in the franchise's favour.
The Pakistani all‑rounder’s innings, marked by a high strike rate, accelerated the Falcons' chase and helped them surpass the target set by their opponents. Each boundary and quick run added pressure, leaving the opposition with little room to recover.
The victory secures the CPL 2026 championship for the Antigua and Barbuda side, marking a significant achievement for the franchise in the tournament's history.
The Pakistani all‑rounder’s innings, marked by a high strike rate, accelerated the Falcons' chase and helped them surpass the target set by their opponents. Each boundary and quick run added pressure, leaving the opposition with little room to recover.
The victory secures the CPL 2026 championship for the Antigua and Barbuda side, marking a significant achievement for the franchise in the tournament's history.