Pakistan vs Afghanistan 3rd ODI Match Report: Pakistan completed a clean sweep of the three-match ODI series against Afghanistan with a 59-run victory at Colombo’s R. Premadasa Stadium on August 26th. The match showcased Afghanistan’s strong bowling effort and a determined fightback led by Mujeeb ur Rehman during their chase.
Pakistan vs Afghanistan 3rd ODI Match Report: Gurbaz Went Early
In a bid to defend their score of 269, Pakistan’s Faheem Ashraf struck early by dismissing Rahmanullah Gurbaz, who had been a standout performer in the previous ODI with 151 runs. Ashraf then removed Ibrahim Zadran, causing an early setback for Afghanistan. As per the PAK vs AFG 3rd ODI Match Report Shadab Khan’s performance triggered a mini-collapse, claiming the wickets of Riaz Hassan and Hashmatullah Shahidi in a single over. Agha Salman later dismissed Gulbadin for a duck, leaving Afghanistan in a precarious position with half their side gone.
According to Pakistan vs Afghanistan 3rd ODI Match Report, Afghanistan’s resilient player Mohammad Nabi fell to Nawaz’s skill, followed by Rashid Khan’s departure after a brief aggressive display. Yet, two remarkable innings emerged from Shahidullah Kamal and Mujeeb ur Rehman. Mujeeb’s swift half-century, marked by five sixes, showcased Afghanistan’s fighting spirit. However, their collective effort fell short as they eventually succumbed to a 0-3 series loss, propelling Pakistan to the top of the ICC ODI rankings in preparation for upcoming multi-team events.
Cautious Start, Quick Wickets
PAK vs AFG 3rd ODI Match Report: In the earlier innings, Pakistan’s openers made a cautious start, with Imam surviving a dropped catch by backward point off Mujeeb’s delivery. However, Gulbadin’s ninth-over comeback led to Fakhar Zaman’s dismissal, forcing him to take risks and leading to his edge being caught.
Imam also departed soon, attempting an off-side chase and offering a catch to the wicketkeeper. As per Pakistan vs Afghanistan 3rd ODI Match Report, a significant partnership of 110 runs between Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan stabilized Pakistan’s innings after the initial challenges. However, a quick succession of wickets, including Babar, Saud Shakeel, and Rizwan, left Pakistan at 184/5 from 162/2.
The Revitalizing Mission
Despite the fall of Shadab Khan’s wicket, a crucial partnership of 61 runs between Agha Salman and Mohammad Nawaz revitalized Pakistan’s innings, resulting in a competitive total of 268/8. As per Pakistan vs Afghanistan 3rd ODI Match Report, Pakistan’s bowlers then effectively defended the target, securing a comfortable victory in the end.
Match Summary
Pakistan: 268-8 in 50 overs (Mohammad Rizwan 67, Babar Azam 60, Gulbadin Naib 2-36)
Afghanistan: 209 in 48.4 overs (Mujeeb ur Rehman 64, Shadab Khan 3-42)
Result: Pakistan won by 59 runs
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