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Who Is Saqib Mahmood? Pakistan-Origin England Pacer Ends Shreyas Iyer's Brilliant Knock In IND Vs ENG 1st T20I
24htopnews | July 2, 2026 10:08 AM CST

Iyer scored 68 off 47 balls, hitting six fours and one six before being trapped leg before wicket. This was Shreyas Iyer's maiden half-century after being given the captaincy duties in the shortest format.

Durham, July 1: Shreyas Iyer's impressive innings came to an end during the first T20I against England after he was dismissed by Pakistan-origin England fast bowler Saqib Mahmood. Iyer scored 68 off 47 balls, hitting six fours and one six before being trapped leg before wicket. This was Shreyas Iyer's maiden half-century after being given the captaincy duties in the shortest format.

Iyer Falls After Strong Knock

The wicket came in the 18th over when Mahmood bowled a full delivery at around 135km/h. Iyer shuffled across in an attempt to play a big shot but missed the ball.

It struck him in front of the stumps and the umpire gave him out. Iyer reviewed the decision after consulting Shivam Dube, but ball tracking showed three reds, confirming the dismissal.


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