Coastalwood XI win MPL exhibition match; Azharuddin wins hearts

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December 18, 2016

Mangaluru, Dec 18: Former Indian captain Mohammed Azharuddin, who entered the cricket field after several years, on Saturday hit a stylish 28 runs from 18 balls against the Coastalwood XI.

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The 53-year-old legend padded up for an exhibition match and led Azhar XI after the formal opening ceremony of the Mangalore Premiere League 2016 at Dr Ambedkar ground, Panambur, Mangaluru.

The Azhar XI comprised of a players handpicked by Karnataka Regional Cricket Academy, which is organizing the third edition of MPL.

Azhar won the toss and opted for batting. However, after facing 18 balls, Azhar decided to return to dugout by retiring. Azhar XI scored 126 runs.

However, Coastalwood XI led by Tulu actor Arjun Kapikad, gave a good show. Thanks to the opener Suhan's 46 (not out), the cine stars' team managed to chase the target and win the match by six wickets.

Prior to the match, addressing the gathering at the inaugural ceremony of MPL, Azhar had said that he had not touched the bat for a long time.

Also Read: MPL 2016 off to dazzling start as Azhar spreads cricket fever in Mangaluru

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imtiaz
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Monday, 19 Dec 2016

most stylish player ....we r lucky to have witnessed d game of this GREAT LEGEND,,,,,,

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