Jacques Kallis, widely regarded as one of the greatest all-rounders in cricket history, turned back time with an exceptional performance in the US Masters T10 League. Playing for the California Knights, the 47-year-old showcased his prowess by smashing an unbeaten 64 runs off just 31 balls against the Texas Chargers.
In a thrilling match that followed two wash-out games at the start of the league, Kallis played a masterful innings that lifted his team to a formidable total of 158 runs, even after losing Aaron Finch in the opening over. Teaming up with Milind Kumar, Kallis led the Knights’ charge, displaying a display of cricketing brilliance.
Kallis, who had been absent from the field for a considerable period, demonstrated his trademark shots, including 8 fours and 3 sixes in his innings. His remarkable performance, however, shared the spotlight with Milind Kumar, who contributed an impressive 76 off 28 balls, taking on bowlers like Umar Gul and Pragyan Ojha with ease.
Throughout the match, Kallis exhibited his cricketing finesse against the likes of Pakistani bowlers Umar Gul and Sohail Tanveer, both renowned for their bowling skills during their prime.
The South African legend’s innings was particularly highlighted by his elegant cover drives against Sohail Tanveer, evoking a sense of nostalgia among fans. The partnership between Kallis and Milind Kumar, an Indian cricketer from Sikkim, amassed a significant 158 runs for the Knights.
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In a game that saw the California Knights triumph over the Texas Chargers by a margin of 48 runs, Kallis and Milind Kumar’s contributions stood out prominently. Raina’s team posted a formidable target of 158 runs with only a single wicket down, showcasing an outstanding batting display.
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However, despite a promising start by the Texas Chargers’ Mukhtar Ahmed, who managed to score 31 runs off just 10 deliveries, the team crumbled like a house of cards after his dismissal. Ultimately, they could only muster a total of 110 runs in their allotted 10 overs, losing 8 wickets in the process.