Spinners, Zafar hand Pakistan a consolation win
Ayesha Zafar’s 39 off 31 was enough to see Pakistan through to a consolation victory to end their tour, as the visitors chased down a target of 114 with four wickets in hand and 10 balls to spare. Sri Lanka take the series 2-1 after two strong batting displays in the first two games, but […]
Ayesha Zafar's 39 off 31 balls was crucial in Pakistan securing a consolation win and ending their tour, as they chased down Sri Lanka's target of 114 with four wickets to spare and ten balls remaining. Although Sri Lanka had taken an early lead with two strong batting performances in the first two games, they struggled against Pakistan's spin attack in a slower pitch.
Zafar's remarkable innings provided a significant boost, with Tuba Hassan and Saira Jabeen sealing the victory with a calm finish. Unlike the first two games, the middle overs proved decisive, with Pakistan's spinners, including Umm-e-Hani, Momina Riasat, Nashra Sandhu, Tuba, and Zafar, taking all six crucial wickets between overs six and 16.
Sri Lanka's downfall came with the loss of Athapaththu and Kavindi in quick succession, followed by a lack of momentum in the death overs. Pakistan's spinners demonstrated exceptional skill, and Zafar, the Player of the Match, praised the team's adaptability to the challenging conditions.
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