[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text dp_text_size=”size-4″]Pakistan’s impressive batting in the critical World Cup match against Afghanistan sets the stage for an exciting clash. Pakistan won the toss, opted to bat first, and managed to score a respectable 282-7. Skipper Babar Azam led the way with a crucial 74 runs from 92 balls before being dismissed by Noor Ahmed.
The opening partnership of Abdullah Shafique and Imam-ul-Haq contributed 56 runs. Abdullah performed well, scoring 58 runs with 2 sixes and 5 fours, while Imam was dismissed early after scoring 17 runs.
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Afterward, Babar Azam’s innings was pivotal, and Shadab Khan and Iftikhar Ahmed added a solid partnership of 73 runs. Both made significant contributions with 40 runs each, with Iftikhar hitting 40 runs off 27 balls, including 4 sixes.
Afghanistan had a challenging time with the ball, but Noor Ahmed, making his World Cup debut in place of Fazalhaq Faroogi, took 3 important wickets, conceding 49 runs in his 10 overs. He dismissed Abdullah, Skipper Babar, and Mohammad Rizwan. Nevertheless, Afghanistan faces a formidable target and must perform well against Pakistan’s decent bowling attack.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
