Cricket–Nervy Pakistan survive Dutch scare in T20 World Cup opener
Summary
Pakistan narrowly defeated the Netherlands by three wickets in a tense T20 World Cup Group A match, thanks to Faheem Ashraf’s crucial 29 not out off 11 balls.
Key Points
- The Netherlands were bowled out for 147 in their innings at Colombo's Sinhalese Sports Club ground.
- Pakistan struggled chasing the target but secured a three-wicket victory with Faheem Ashraf contributing 29 not out off 11 balls.
- Dutch captain Scott Edwards and other middle-order batsmen made useful scores but could not prevent the loss.
- Pakistan captain Salman Agha praised Faheem Ashraf's batting under pressure, with the match impacting their qualification hopes after boycotting a match against India.
