{
  "id": 17538800,
  "title": "'I was just waiting for that moment': Fakhar after Pakistan match India's record",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/01/i-was-just-waiting-for-that-moment-fakhar-after-pakistan-match-indias",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-11-01T04:06:59.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Times of India",
    "slug": "times-of-india",
    "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/news/i-was-just-waiting-for-that-moment-fakhar-zaman-after-pakistan-match-indias-2002-lords-record/articleshow/135417279.cms"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Fakhar Zaman played an exceptional innings in the One-Day International tri-series final between Pakistan and Sri Lanka, scoring 127 runs off 99 balls to help Pakistan chase down 326 and win the match by three wickets. This victory marked Pakistan's first ODI tri-series title since 2008. Zaman admitted that he had struggled in the previous four matches but remained confident, trusting his preparation and waiting for the right moment to perform. His teammates, particularly Saad Baig, provided crucial support, helping Zaman relax and take his time at the crease. The chase was level with India's famous record of chasing 326 set in a 2002 Lord's final, where Mohammad Kaif and Yuvraj Singh contributed significantly. Pakistan's win was a result of their teamwork and Zaman's crucial century, which has given him immense happiness and validated his efforts throughout the tournament.",
  "summary": "Fakhar Zaman played a match-winning innings of 127 runs in the ODI tri-series final against Sri Lanka. He helped Pakistan chase down a target of 326 runs with a remarkable performance. Zaman partnered with Saad Baig to rebuild the innings after an early collapse. The victory marked Pakistan's first ODI series title since 2008. They equaled India's famed record for the highest successful chase in…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}