Pakistan have set India 128 to win after batting first in their high-intensity encounter against India in the men’s Asia Cup 2025 in Dubai on Sunday.
DUBAI: In a thrilling end to Pakistan’s innings, pace bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi turned heads with the bat as he launched two massive sixes off Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya, bringing a much-needed spark to the innings.
With Pakistan struggling to post a competitive total, Shaheen stepped up in the final over, sending the first six soaring over long-on, drawing loud cheers from the crowd. The next delivery was even more spectacular, disappearing into the second tier of the stadium, leaving Pandya visibly frustrated and fans on their feet.
Shaheen’s late blitz helped Pakistan cross the 120-run mark, injecting some momentum and optimism into the dugout. Though known for his bowling, Afridi’s brief but powerful cameo with the bat gave supporters a moment to celebrate in an otherwise tense clash.
