AFG vs PAK Thriller: The 2nd (ODI) match between Pakistan and Afghanistan was a nail-biting showdown. In the previous match, Afghanistan scored 59 runs, impressing fans with their batting skills, while Pakistan’s bowlers showcased their talent. However, this time, Afghanistan’s openers stunned everyone with a record partnership of 227 runs. This set a challenging target of 301 runs for Pakistan, making it a tense match for bowlers like Shaheen, Harris, and Naseem.
Pakistan fought back valiantly, putting up a good performance. But the real drama unfolded in the final over of the match. Fazhaq Farooqui of Afghanistan pulled a trick similar to what Indian bowler R Ashwin is known for. He used this tactic on the first ball of the 50th over and managed to dismiss a Pakistani batsman. However, the excitement didn’t end there. Pakistan secured an exhilarating victory by hitting a boundary on the fifth ball of the same over.
Chasing a target of 301, Fakhar Zaman made a strong comeback, contributing 30 runs and forming a crucial 52-run partnership with Imam-ul-Haq for the opening wicket. The momentum continued as Imam and captain Babar Azam stepped in, showcasing their skills and adding an impressive 118 runs for the second wicket. Babar’s contribution amounted to 53 runs, while Imam’s solid innings came to an end at 91 runs.
However, Pakistan’s fortunes took a turn as their batting lineup faced a collapse. Afghanistan managed a comeback by dismissing key players in quick succession. Mohammad Rizwan (14), Usama Mir (0), Iftikhar Ahmed (17), and Shaheen Shah Afridi (4) all fell early. Despite the setbacks, Shadab Khan displayed remarkable resilience, holding his ground and fighting till the very end. His efforts added a glimmer of hope to Pakistan’s innings. The match remained a gripping battle, with both teams striving for victory until the last moment.
Pakistan required 11 runs in the final over. Farooqui’s alertness led to Shadab’s unfortunate run-out on the first ball, intensifying the tension. With 3 runs needed from 2 balls, Naseem Shah’s timely boundary secured a dramatic win for Pakistan with just 1 wicket and 1 ball left. This victory gave Pakistan a 2-0 lead in the 3-match series, highlighting the thrilling and unpredictable nature of cricket
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