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The ICC ODI World Cup 2023 witnessed an exhilarating contest between Pakistan and Sri Lanka in Match 08 at Hyderabad’s Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on Tuesday. The game left cricket enthusiasts on the edge of their seats as both teams displayed remarkable batting prowess.
In a high-scoring encounter, Sri Lanka batted first and set a formidable target of 345 runs for Pakistan, displaying their batting prowess. Despite losing two early wickets, Pakistan’s Abdullah Shafique and Mohammad Rizwan led a sensational chase, guiding the Men in Green to a historic victory with six wickets in hand and 10 balls to spare.
Virender Sehwag’s unique take on Pakistan’s win
Following this enthralling encounter, cricket enthusiasts across the world took to social media to shower praise on Pakistan’s brilliant performance. Former Indian opener Virender Sehwag, known for his unique style, couldn’t contain his appreciation for Pakistan’s resilience and skill.
Sehwag acknowledged Pakistan’s magnificent display, particularly in the face of adversity. He highlighted that despite losing two early wickets, Shafique and Rizwan remained composed and steered their team to victory. The former Indian cricketer also noted that the Sri Lankan bowlers lacked discipline, resulting in an excessive number of extra runs.
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Sehwag, in his inimitable style, wrote on X (formerly Twitter), “Kya phainta lagaya. Highest successful WC chase. Brilliant from Pakistan after losing 2 early wickets. Shafique was calm and elegant, and Rizwan showing why he is so reliable. Sri Lankan bowling was all over the place and too many extras.”
Kya phainta lagaya. Highest successful WC chase. Brilliant from Pakistan after losing 2 early wickets. Shafique was calm and elegant and Rizwan showing why he is so reliable. Sri Lankan bowling was all over the place and too many extras. #PAKvSL
— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) October 10, 2023
Sri Lanka’s second defeat in CWC 2023
This defeat marked Sri Lanka’s second loss in the multi-team tournament. Their campaign began on a sour note with a crushing downfall against South Africa in their first match, and the loss against Pakistan has left them seeking a turnaround.
Notably, two Lankan batters, Kusal Mendis and Sadeera Samarawickrama, scored centuries in this game, showcasing their talent. In response, Pakistan’s Shafique and Rizwan also recorded hundreds, adding to the excitement of this high-scoring contest.
