Mohammad Nawaz hat-trick Pakistan tri-series final sealed a famous 75-run win against Afghanistan. His magical five-for powered Pakistan to the title in Sharjah.
Mohammad Nawaz hat-trick Pakistan tri-series final performance gave Pakistan a stunning 75-run win against Afghanistan in Sharjah, helping his team lift the tri-series title in style.
Mohammad Nawaz Hat-Trick Pakistan Tri-Series Final: Spin Show in Sharjah
In the Mohammad Nawaz hat-trick Pakistan tri-series final, Nawaz took 5 for 19, including a hat-trick, to completely derail Afghanistan’s chase of 142. His spell was backed by Sufiyan Muqeem (2-9) and Abrar Ahmed (2-17) as Afghanistan collapsed for just 66 runs in 15.5 overs.
Pakistan’s innings earlier was also tested by spin. Rashid Khan (3-38), Noor Ahmad (2-17), and Ghazanfar created trouble. Fakhar Zaman made 27 while Nawaz hit two sixes in a quick 25, lifting Pakistan to 141/8.
When it was Afghanistan’s turn, Shaheen Afridi struck early, but the night belonged to Nawaz. His hat-trick — dismissing Rasooli, Omarzai, and Ibrahim Zadran — left Afghanistan reeling at 32/5. Nawaz then added Karim Janat and Rashid Khan to complete a career-best five-for.
Nawaz Dominates Spin Battle
Pakistan showcased their spin depth with Nawaz leading the charge. The Afghan side, despite Rashid Khan’s 17, had no answers to the relentless spin pressure. This dominant display will go down as one of Pakistan’s finest bowling performances in T20Is.
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Brief Scores
Pakistan 141/8 in 20 overs (Fakhar Zaman 27, Mohammad Nawaz 25; Rashid Khan 3-38, Noor Ahmad 2-17)
Afghanistan 66 in 15.5 overs (Rashid Khan 17; Mohammad Nawaz 5-19, Sufiyan Muqeem 2-9, Abrar Ahmed 2-17)
Result: Pakistan won by 75 runs
