Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif praises two youngsters and Fakhar Zaman after tri-series win
Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has congratulated the national cricket team following their thrilling three-wicket victory over Sri Lanka in the ODI tri-series final at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on Saturday. The Prime Minister reserved special praise for veteran opener Fakhar Zaman and promising youngsters Arafat Minhas and Hasan Nawaz, who played crucial roles in Pakistan's memorable…
Pakistan secured the tri-series title with a thrilling chase against Sri Lanka at Gaddafi Stadium. Captain Shaheen Shah Afridi sealed the victory with a six, as Pakistan finished on 327 for seven in 48.3 overs. Fakhar Zaman's 127 off 99 balls, including 11 fours and six sixes, was a standout performance, answering the doubts about his place in the team.
Arafat Minhas provided the crucial support, scoring 61 off 31 balls to guide Pakistan to the target in the final over. This victory marked Pakistan's first ODI tri-series triumph since the Kitply Cup in Dhaka.
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