![Jonathan Figy, left, has taken time off university to play for the UAE and averages 55 with the bat. Courtesy Oman Cricket](https://thenational-the-national-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com/resizer/v2/FJWUWM2T6W7K4U5JLH5JYODTOE.jpg?smart=true&auth=9c3014ddc88bbb22b842926e0d8fb0ce39a692977fa05166541c453ccdd039d2&width=400&height=225)
Jonathan Figy, left, has taken time off university to play for the UAE and averages 55 with the bat. Courtesy Oman Cricket
Jonathan Figy, left, has taken time off university to play for the UAE and averages 55 with the bat. Courtesy Oman Cricket
UAE's reversal in fortunes can be attributed to the shift in selection policy
The national team's ability to cast the talent net wider than before means the future looks bright