LAHORE MIRROR — Pakistan defeated arch-rivals India by four wickets in an exciting Group C clash at the ongoing Hong Kong Sixes tournament at Mission Road Ground, Hong Kong.
Pakistan captain Abbas Afridi won the toss and elected to bowl first, restricting India to 88 runs in their allotted six overs.
For India, Shashank Singh was the standout performer, smashing 40 runs off just 11 balls, including two fours and five sixes.
Pakistan’s Abdul Samad led the bowling effort, claiming two wickets while conceding just 10 runs in his over. Ahmed Daniyal and Mohammad Shahzad picked up one wicket apiece.
In reply, Pakistan produced a blistering batting display, chasing down the 89-run target in just 3.5 overs to seal a convincing four-wicket victory.
Opening batter Khawaja Nafay spearheaded the chase with a spectacular 41 off 12 deliveries, smashing two boundaries and five sixes.
Captain Abbas Afridi also made a valuable contribution, scoring 35 runs, while Abdul Samad and Irfan Khan remained unbeaten on seven and six runs, respectively.
Pakistan’s emphatic victory over India highlighted their explosive batting performance and secured a memorable win in the tournament.
