• Pakistan defeated Bangladesh in the first game of the Super 4 stage at Asia Cup 2023.

  • Haris Rauf was named Player of the Match for his splendid bowling performance.

Twitter reactions: Clinical Pakistan thrash Bangladesh to begin Super 4s in grand style – Asia Cup 2023
Pakistan beat Bangladesh in Super 4s at Asia Cup 2023 (Image Source: Twitter)

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Pakistan emerged victorious against Bangladesh in the first game of the Super 4 stage at the Asia Cup 2023. The match featured notable performances from the hosts, who ultimately secured a seven-wicket win, thanks to their disciplined bowling and composed batting at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on Wednesday.

Haris Rauf Wreaks Havoc

After winning the toss, Bangladesh elected to bat and posted a total of 193 runs before being bowled out in 38.4 overs. Notable contributions came from Shakib Al Hasan, who scored 53 runs off 57 balls, and Mushfiqur Rahim, who played a patient inning of 64 runs off 87 deliveries.

However, the Bangladesh batters struggled to build partnerships, leading to their eventual downfall. Pakistan’s bowlers, led by Haris Rauf’s four-wicket haul, applied consistent pressure throughout the innings, restricting Bangladesh’s scoring opportunities and ultimately containing them to a modest total.

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Imam Ul Haq Takes Pakistan Over the Line

Chasing a target of 194 runs, Pakistan showcased a controlled and clinical batting performance. Opener Imam ul Haq was the star of the innings, smashing 78 runs off 84 balls, including five fours and four sixes. Mohammad Rizwan contributed significantly with his 63 runs off 79 deliveries, providing stability to the innings.

The home team achieved the target with 39.3 overs to spare, winning the match by seven wickets. Despite a valiant effort from the Bangladesh bowlers, Pakistan’s batsmen held their nerve and secured a comfortable win. Pakistan’s convincing seven-wicket victory in this crucial Super 4s encounter against Bangladesh solidifies their position in the Asia Cup 2023.

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