Africa-Press – Eswatini. Cricket fans at the Malkerns Country Club were treated to a spectacle on Sunday as Eswatini pulled off a dramatic Super Over victory against Mozambique to claim their fourth straight win in the Men’s T20I Bilateral Series.
Eswatini looked on course for a comfortable win after posting a towering 222 runs in their innings. The hosts thrilled the crowd with fireworks from the bat and sharp running between the wickets. But Mozambique had other ideas. In a spirited fightback, the visitors matched the total, forcing the contest into a Super Over much to the disbelief and excitement of fans.
Mozambique struck first, smashing 13 runs in their Super Over. With the pressure firmly on Eswatini, up stepped Adil Butt, who produced a batting masterclass. In just four balls, Butt tore into the Mozambican bowlers, powering Eswatini past the target and sparking scenes of jubilation as players and fans flooded the field in celebration.
The dramatic finish captured everything that makes T20 cricket special drama, tension, and unrelenting excitement.
Speaking to this publication, Eswatini Cricket Association General Secretary Mandla Dlamini praised the significance of the series:
“Hosting this series has come with multiple benefits. Our players have gained valuable international exposure. Normally, they only get this kind of experience every two years during ICC regional pathway events, but this bilateral series has challenged them at a higher level.”
Dlamini also highlighted the wider impact of the tournament:
“The series has increased awareness of cricket in Eswatini. We have received warm messages of support, which shows growing interest in the sport. Importantly, our ICC rankings have also improved, moving from 84th out of 94 to 72nd, a 12-place jump. That boost is critical for the future development and funding of the game in Eswatini.”
With victory secured, Eswatini extended its dominant run in the series, showcasing both resilience and flair under pressure. For Mozambique, the performance was bittersweet a display of courage and fighting spirit that ultimately ended in heartbreak.
This clash will be remembered as one of the most thrilling encounters in Eswatini’s cricket history, a contest where the script kept changing until the very last ball.
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