Jun 12, 2024
Mohammad Rizwan and Babar Azam put on a match-winning second-wicket partnership of 63 as Pakistan reached their target of 107 with 15 balls to spare.
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Opener Rizwan finished undefeated on 53 off 53 balls with two fours and a six for his 29th T20 international half-century, while Babar made 33 off as many deliveries with one four and a six.
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The victory came after 2009 champions Pakistan had lost both their first two Group A fixtures.
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A stunning super-over humiliation at the hands of the USA was followed by a six-run loss to bitter rivals India in a game where they failed to chase down 120-run target.
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Tuesday's win at the same Nassau County International Stadium where they came up short against India may still not be enough to secure a place in the second round Super Eights.
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Pakistan have two points with one game left, while India and the United States both have four points from two wins apiece and remain favourites to progress to the next stage.
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"We needed this win," said Babar, who explained that Pakistan had been keen to reach their target within 14 overs to overhaul the USA's better run-rate.
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Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Amir, who was named man of the match for his 2-13 off four overs, added: "That was a much-needed win to be honest. One more win and who knows?"
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