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23 years later: Pakistan recreate India's Lord's magic with record-equalling chase

Pakistan produced a memorable run chase to beat Sri Lanka by three wickets in the One-Day International tri-series final in Lahore on Saturday. Fakhar Zaman led the charge with a brilliant century as the hosts chased down a target of 326 with nine balls to spare. Pakistan finished on 331 for seven in 48.3 overs to register the joint-highest successful chase in an ODI final. Pakistan equalled…

23 years later: Pakistan recreate India's Lord's magic with record-equalling chase

Pakistan pulled off a remarkable chase to defeat Sri Lanka by three wickets in the One-Day International final of the tri-series in Lahore on Saturday. Fakhar Zaman spearheaded the charge with a century, leading Pakistan to a final score of 331 for seven in 48.3 overs. This chase equalled India's famous record of chasing 326 against England at Lord's in 2002. Pakistan's success marked their first ODI tri-series title since 2008, ending a long wait for the coveted trophy.

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