Watch: Nepal’s Sompal Kami indulged in a novel celebration after dismissing UAE’s Rohan Mustafa in an ODI between the sides, leaping onto the back of the departing batter.
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Mustafa took the celebration in his stride, confirming later that the moment was all in good fun.
The incident took place during the Cricket World Cup League 2 clash between the two sides. During the 46th over of the UAE innings, Kami got the better of Mustafa with a sizzling yorker. He then ran towards the batter, leaping and slapping him on the back. Another Nepal player was seen congratulating Mustafa for his 73-ball 60.
This incident was later referred to in social media as an example of “True spirt of the game”.
Not many can do this to @rohanmustafa88 on a cricket field and escape the wrath unless you are @Sompal_Kami. In fact, a bowler to a batter in an international match. Wait for it. 😇#TrueSpiritoftheGame #Friends #NEPvUAE #UAEvNEP #CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/VsAshMea1n
— momocricket (@momocricket) March 21, 2022
The two players are close, and this was a playful gesture from Kami.
Mustafa later tweeted about the incident, saying, “He is my brother trust me I get happy on his success!!”
He is my brother trust me I get happy on his success!! https://t.co/4E2amXAhw7
— Rohan Mustafa (@rohanmustafa88) March 21, 2022
UAE scored 202-9 in the first innings, and went on to win the game by 99 runs. Rohan Mustafa won the player of the match award for his efforts.
