<p><br>The final match of the three-match series between Pakistan and Afghanistan on 27th March 2023 at <strong>Sharjah Cricket Stadium</strong> ended with Pakistan clinching a victory by 66 runs. Although Pakistan managed to win the match, Afghanistan had already won the series by 2-1 with their superior performances in the first two matches.</p>



<p>The Winning of this series makes a history for Afghanistan to win the <strong>first ever </strong>T20I series against Pakistan. Some The Afghani fans Sees this victory as revenge of the <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2022_Asia_Cup">Asia Cup 2022</a>.</p>



<div class="wp-block-rank-math-toc-block"><nav><ul><li class=""><a href="#how-pakistan-managed-to-save-his-status">How Pakistan Managed To save his Status?</a></li><li class=""><a href="#afg-vs-pak-3rd-t-20-i-innings-highlight">AFG VS PAK 3rd T20I Innings Highlight:</a><ul><li class=""><a href="#first-innings-highlight">First Innings Highlight:</a></li><li class=""><a href="#second-innings-highlight">Second Innings Highlight:</a></li></ul></li><li class=""><a href="#afg-vs-pak-best-performers">AFG VS PAK Best Performers:</a><ul><li class=""><a href="#man-of-the-match">Man of the match:</a></li><li class=""><a href="#player-of-the-series">Player of the Series:</a></li></ul></li></ul></nav></div>



<h2 id="how-pakistan-managed-to-save-his-status"><strong>How Pakistan Managed To save his Status?</strong></h2>



<p><br>During their innings, Pakistan scored 178 runs with the loss of 6 wickets. As<strong> Saim Ayub</strong> and <strong>Iftikhar Ahmed</strong> being the highest scorers with 49 and 31 runs, respectively. On the other hand, <strong>Mujeeb </strong>and <strong>Fazalhaq Farooqi</strong> from Afghanistan were the highest wicket-takers, with two and one wickets, respectively.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized"><img src="https://admin.icccricketschedule.com/uploads/2023/03/Afghanistan.jpg" alt="Afghanistan makes history in T20I" class="wp-image-105640" width="768" height="460" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">AFG VS PAK T20I MATCH</figcaption></figure>



<p><br>Afghanistan's batting response could have been more robust, and they lost their top order early in the innings. <strong>Azmatullah Omarzai</strong> and Rahmanullah Gurbaz were the highest scorers for Afghanistan, with 21 and 18 runs, respectively. Pakistan's Shadab Khan and <strong>Ihsanullah</strong> were the highest wicket-takers, with three wickets each.</p>



<p><br>Overall, the match showcased some excellent cricketing skills from both teams, with Pakistan's <strong>strong performance</strong> leading them to victory. However, Afghanistan emerged as the series champions with their impressive display in the previous matches.</p>



<h2 id="afg-vs-pak-3rd-t-20-i-innings-highlight"><strong>AFG VS PAK 3rd T20I Innings Highlight:</strong></h2>



<h3 id="first-innings-highlight"><strong>First Innings Highlight:</strong></h3>



<figure class="wp-block-table aligncenter"><table><tbody><tr><td>Batting</td><td>Runs(Balls)</td></tr><tr><td>Saim Ayub</td><td>49(40)</td></tr><tr><td>Iftikhar Ahmed</td><td>31(25)</td></tr><tr><td>Bowling</td><td>wicket/Runs</td></tr><tr><td>Mujeeb Ur Rahman</td><td>2/28</td></tr><tr><td>Fazalhaq Farooqi</td><td>1/25</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



<h3 id="second-innings-highlight"><strong>Second Innings Highlight:</strong></h3>



<figure class="wp-block-table aligncenter"><table><tbody><tr><td>Batting</td><td>Runs(Balls)</td></tr><tr><td>Azmatullah omarzai</td><td>21(20)</td></tr><tr><td>Rahmanullah Gurbaz</td><td>18(11)</td></tr><tr><td>Bowling</td><td>wicket/Runs</td></tr><tr><td>Shadab Khan</td><td>3/13</td></tr><tr><td>Ihsanullah</td><td>3/29</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



<h2 id="afg-vs-pak-best-performers"><strong>AFG VS PAK Best Performers:</strong></h2>



<h3 id="man-of-the-match"><strong>Man of the match:</strong></h3>



<figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img src="https://admin.icccricketschedule.com/uploads/2023/03/Shadab-Khan-1024x683.jpg" alt="Shadab Khan" class="wp-image-105639" width="768" height="512" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Shadab Khan</figcaption></figure>



<p><br><strong>Shadab Khan</strong> was awarded man of the match award for his impressive performance, As he has taken 3 wickets and scored 28 runs in 17 balls.</p>



<h3 id="player-of-the-series"><strong>Player of the Series:</strong></h3>



<figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-full"><img src="http://www.icccricketschedule.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Mohammad-Nabi.jpg" alt="Mohammad Nabi" class="wp-image-105638" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Mohammad Nabi</figcaption></figure>



<p><strong>Mohammad Nabi</strong> is awarded the Player of the series award for outstanding performance. He took three wickets in T20I Series with an economy of 7.33 And scored 69 runs with an average of 69.00.</p>



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AFG VS PAK: Afghanistan makes history in T20I against Pakistan; See What they did

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<p><strong><a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/pak-vs-afg-odi-series-2023-schedule-fixtures-squad-venue-date-time-live-streaming-details-pakistan-vs-afghanistan-2023/">PAK vs AFG</a> Dream11 Prediction, Rajapaksa International Stadium Pitch Report | Pakistan vs Afghanistan 1st ODI Dream11 Team:</strong> Pakistan and Afghanistan are all set to go head-to-head in a 3-match ODI series starting on 22<sup>nd</sup> August 2023 and ending on 26<sup>th</sup> August. Today, on 22nd August, Pakistan vs Afghanistan 1st ODI is scheduled at Mahinda Rajapaksa International Stadium and the match will start at 3:00 PM IST.</p>



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<p>The last time these two teams faced off, Afghanistan pulled off a shock by upsetting their neighbors 2-1 in the T20I series in Sharjah. Although Afghanistan can take something from the outcome, Pakistan actually deployed a second-string team for the short series.</p>



<p>The battle will be much tougher for Afghanistan this time around with players like Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, Shaheen Afridi, and Haris Rauf strengthening the roster.</p>



<p>Afghanistan would undoubtedly think they have a good chance of ousting Pakistan considering their recent performance. They recently defeated Bangladesh 2-1 in an ODI series, which was a huge victory considering how few teams have recently been able to defeat Bangladesh at home.</p>



<p>On the other side, in their previous ODI match earlier this year, Pakistan thoroughly dominated New Zealand at home. The Afghans may still be in the game, though, because the batting conditions in Hambantota might not be as favorable as they were in Pakistan.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="pak-vs-afg-match-details"><strong>PAK vs AFG Match Details</strong></h2>



<p><strong>Tournament/Series: </strong>Pakistan vs Afghanistan in Sri Lanka 2023</p>



<p><strong>Match: </strong>PAK vs AFG 1st ODI</p>



<p><strong>Venue: </strong>Mahinda Rajapaksa International Stadium, Hambantota</p>



<p><strong>Date/Day:</strong> 22 AUGUST 2023/ Tuesday</p>



<p><strong>Timing:</strong> 3:00 PM IST</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="pak-vs-afg-dream-11-prediction-today-match"><strong>PAK vs AFG Dream11 Prediction Today Match</strong></h2>



<p>The Dream11 team is prepared by choosing more players from the Stronger SIde team. Pakistan Team is stronger than Afghanistan Team, so consider more players from the Pakistan Team in your Dream11 Team.</p>



<p>Expecting Pakistan would win the first match pick those players who can perform based on their recent form, which will help you to prepare the best playing11 for your Dream11 Team.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="pak-vs-afg-top-picks-for-dream-11-team"><strong>PAK vs AFG Top Picks for Dream11 team</strong></h2>



<p>Shaheen Shah Afridi, Babar Azam, Najibullah Zadran, and Rashid Khan</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="pakistan-vs-afghanistan-dream-11-team"><strong>Pakistan vs Afghanistan Dream11 Team</strong></h2>



<p><strong>Wicketkeepers:?</strong>Mohammad Rizwan, Rahmanullah Gurbaz<br><strong>Batters:?</strong>Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, Ibrahim Zadran, Najibullah Zadran<br><strong>All-rounders:</strong>?Shadab Khan<br><strong>Bowlers:</strong>?Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, Rashid Khan, Mujeeb-ur-Rahman/Noor Ahmed</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img src="https://admin.icccricketschedule.com/uploads/2023/08/Screenshot_2023-08-22-10-11-43-270_com.dream11.fantasy.cricket.football.kabaddi.jpg" alt="PAK vs AFG Dream11 Prediction, Rajapaksa International Stadium Pitch Report | Pakistan vs Afghanistan 1st ODI Dream11 Team" class="wp-image-118077" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">PAK vs AFG Dream11 Team</figcaption></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="pak-vs-afg-dream-11-prediction-captain-and-vice-captain"><strong><strong>PAK vs AFG Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-captain</strong></strong></h2>



<p><strong>A- </strong>Babar Azam (C) and Rahmanullah Gurbaz (VC)<br><strong>B-</strong> Babar Azam (C) and Rashid Khan (VC)<br><strong>C-</strong> Shaheen Afridi (C) and Fakhar Zaman (VC)</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="mahinda-rajapaksa-international-stadium-pitch-report"><strong>Mahinda Rajapaksa International Stadium Pitch Report</strong></h2>



<p>At Humbantota's surface, both bowlers and batters enjoy their time but to be precise, the seam bowlers flourish and overcast conditions are going to step it up. Even though no rain is forecast, it could be a bit cloudy in Hambantota on match day. The last time an ODI was played, Sri Lanka's seamers ran through the Afghanistan lineup so they will be wary of that. The average 1st Inning total is 250.</p>



<p>Despite not being in the same group, Afghanistan and Pakistan are anticipated to cross paths at some point during the Asia Cup. Additionally, they will compete in a crucial World Cup match in Chennai in two months. This three-match series gives both sides a chance to put themselves to the test ahead of those tougher challenges. Furthermore, they have an edge in preparation because this series is scheduled in Sri Lanka, where the Asia Cup will be played.</p>



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<p><strong><mark style="background-color:#dcfaee" class="has-inline-color">For more details head to?<a href="https://www.bcci.tv/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">BCCI?s?</a>official website.</mark></strong></p>

PAK vs AFG Dream11 Prediction, Rajapaksa International Stadium Pitch Report | Pakistan vs Afghanistan 1st ODI Dream11 Team

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<p><strong>AFG vs PAK, 1st ODI: </strong>All the teams are busy preparing for Asia Cup 2023 and ICC World Cup 2023 starting in November. Before both the important tournaments, the first match of the three-match ODI series between Afghanistan and Pakistan was played today at the Mahinda Rajapaksa International Stadium in Sri Lanka. In this match, the men in green bowled out Afghanistan for just 59 runs to win the first match of the series by 142 runs. Obviously, with this performance of Pakistan's bowlers, they have surprised all the participating teams.</p>



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<p>After winning the toss and deciding to bat first, Babar Azam and company were bowled out for 201 runs in 47.1 overs. Fazalhaq Farooqui's catch of Fakhar Zaman by Mohammad Nabi on the fourth ball of the first over dealt Pakistan its first blow. In four balls, Fakhar could score two runs. After this, in the second over, Mujeeb ur Rahman got out LBW to captain Babar Azam on duck.</p>



<p>Imam-ul-Haq scored a half-century. He got out after scoring 61 runs in 94 balls with the help of two fours. Other scorers included Iftikhar Ahmed (30 runs), Shadab Khan (39 runs), Usama Mir (2 runs), Shaheen Afridi (2 runs), and Haris Rauf (1 run). Naseem Shah scored 18 runs and remained unbeaten. The maximum three wickets from Afghanistan were taken by Mujeeb ur Rehman. Rashid Khan and Mohammad Nabi each took two wickets at the same time. Rahmat and Fazalhaq Farooqui each secured one wicket.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="match-details">Match Details</h2>



<p><strong>Match - </strong>AFG vs PAK, 1st ODI, Afghanistan v Pakistan in Sri Lanka, 2023</p>



<p><strong>Date - </strong>August 22, 2023</p>



<p><strong>Day -</strong> Tuesday</p>



<p><strong>Time - </strong>3:00 PM</p>



<p><strong>Venue - </strong>Mahinda Rajapaksa International Stadium, Hambantota </p>



<p><strong>Toss - </strong>Pakistan won the toss and opt to bat</p>



<p><strong>Match Result -</strong> Pakistan Won by 142 runs</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="afghanistan-all-out-for-59-runs">Afghanistan?all-out for?59?runs</h2>



<p>Afghanistan's team was down to 59 runs while chasing 201 runs. Five batsmen were unable to even open account. Scoring zero, Rashid Khan, Rahtam Shah, Captain Hashmatullah Shahidi, and Ibrahim Zadran went back to the pavilion. Rehmanullah Gurbaz's scored highest 18 runs from his side whisle Ikram Alikhil scored four, Mohammad Nabi scored seven, Azmatullah Omarzai's 16, Abdul Rehman's 2, and Mujeeb ur Rahman scored four runs.</p>



<p>Haris Rauf, a fast bowler, claimed a maximum of five wickets for Pakistan. Shaheen Afridi took two wickets simultaneously. Both Naseem Shah and Shadab Khan claimed a wicket.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="afghanistan-scorecard">Afghanistan Scorecard</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><thead><tr><th><strong>BATTING</strong></th><th><strong>R</strong></th><th><strong>B</strong></th><th><strong>4s</strong></th><th><strong>6s</strong></th><th><strong>SR</strong></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Rahmanullah Gurbaz </td><td><strong>18</strong></td><td>47</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>38.29</td></tr><tr><td>Ibrahim Zadran&nbsp;</td><td><strong>0</strong></td><td>6</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0.00</td></tr><tr><td>Rahmat Shah&nbsp;</td><td><strong>0</strong></td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0.00</td></tr><tr><td>Hashmatullah Shahidi (c)</td><td><strong>0</strong></td><td>3</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0.00</td></tr><tr><td>Ikram Alikhil&nbsp;</td><td><strong>4</strong></td><td>9</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>44.44</td></tr><tr><td>Mohammad Nabi&nbsp;</td><td><strong>7</strong></td><td>19</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>36.84</td></tr><tr><td>Azmatullah Omarzai&nbsp;</td><td><strong>16</strong></td><td>12</td><td>3</td><td>0</td><td>133.33</td></tr><tr><td>Rashid Khan&nbsp;</td><td><strong>0</strong></td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0.00</td></tr><tr><td>Abdul Rahman&nbsp;</td><td><strong>2</strong></td><td>13</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>15.38</td></tr><tr><td>Mujeeb Ur Rahman&nbsp;</td><td><strong>4</strong></td><td>3</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>133.33</td></tr><tr><td>Fazalhaq Farooqi&nbsp;</td><td><strong>0</strong></td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0.00</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="afg-vs-pak-1st-odi-playing-11">AFG vs PAK, 1st ODI Playing 11</h2>



<p><strong>Afghanistan Playing 11: </strong>Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Rahmat Shah, <strong>Hashmatullah Shahidi (c)</strong>, Mohammad Nabi, Ikram Alikhil, Azmatullah Omarzai, Rashid Khan, Abdul Rahman, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Fazalhaq Farooqi</p>



<p><strong>Pakistan Playing 11: </strong>Imam-ul-Haq, <strong>Babar Azam (c)</strong>, Fakhar Zaman, Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Iftikhar Ahmed, Agha Salman, Shadab Khan, Usama Mir, Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, Haris Rauf</p>



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<p><strong>For more details head to?<a href="https://www.bcci.tv/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">BCCI?s?</a>official website.</strong></p>

AFG vs PAK, 1st ODI: Before the Asia Cup 2023, Pakistan surprised all the teams by all-out Afghanistan?for?59?runs

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<p><strong>AFG vs PAK 2nd ODI:</strong> Afghanistan and Pakistan are all set to battle in a head-to-head ODI encounter at Mahinda Rajapaksa International Stadium on 24th August at 03:00 PM (IST). Healthy competition is expected between the two amid the prediction of a few showers in the middle of the game. This post will walk you through AFG vs PAK 2nd ODI Weather Forecast, Rain Prediction, and Pitch Report of?Mahinda Rajapaksa Stadium,?Hambantota.</p>



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<p>Pakistan (PAK) will be hoping to wrap up the series in the second game on August 24 after completely outplaying Afghanistan (AFG) in the first ODI. The bowlers were outstanding in the previous game, particularly Haris Rauf, who recorded a five-for and led his team to a 142-run victory. Shaheen Shah Afridi, a well-known pacer, also had a significant influence, taking two wickets in an over.</p>



<p>Even before the spinners could have an effect on the game on a slow, sluggish Hambantota pitch, they ripped apart Afghanistan's batting, blowing fire with speed and putting life to an otherwise lifeless pitch.</p>



<p>Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, and Haris Rauf, as well as Mohammad Wasim Jr., who was left out of the XI, have all demonstrated their talent before. The stunning nine-wicket haul by Afghanistan's spin trio and the fact that the home team bowled out Pakistan for the first time in ODIs were overshadowed and rendered worthless in a match where the two teams were separated by 142 runs.</p>



<p>There won't be many new difficulties for the batsmen from both teams in the second ODI on Thursday. With only two games remaining until the Asia Cup, Pakistan has their starting lineup set. They would be fully aware that, despite the wide margin of victory, their batsmen struggled against Afghanistan's spinners.</p>



<p>Down below is the AFG vs PAK 2nd ODI Weather Forecast, Rain Prediction, and Pitch Report of?Mahinda Rajapaksa Stadium,?Hambantota:</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="afg-vs-pak-2nd-odi-weather-forecast"><strong>AFG vs PAK 2nd ODI Weather Forecast</strong></h2>



<p>On August 24 (Thursday), the weather is expected to be sunny for the most part of the day with a few showers in the middle of the game, more on the rainy side with strong winds towards the southwest on match time. There are moderate chances of rain in the evening for 20-30 minutes. Temperatures may peek at 31? C during the day and dip to a low of 28? C in the evening. Humidity is expected to hover around 40-50% and winds will be gusting at 30-40kmph speed.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img src="https://admin.icccricketschedule.com/uploads/2023/08/accuweather.png" alt="AFG vs PAK 2nd ODI Weather Forecast, Rain Prediction, and Pitch Report of?Mahinda Rajapaksa Stadium,?Hambantota | Afghanistan vs Pakistan 2023" class="wp-image-118190" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">AFG vs PAK 2nd ODI Weather Forecast, Rain Prediction (<a href="https://www.accuweather.com/en/lk/hambantota/309727/hourly-weather-forecast/309727">Accuweather.com</a>)</figcaption></figure>



<p>The weather will be clear right from the morning and a few clouds are expected to hover overhead. The chances of rain are 60% around 06:00 PM and below 10% for the rest of the day. There could be a bit of rain around and hopefully, it won?t have a significant impact but might influence the decision at the toss.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="afg-vs-pak-2nd-odi-pitch-report"><strong><strong>AFG vs PAK 2nd ODI</strong> Pitch Report</strong></h2>



<p>Run-scoring may be exceedingly difficult at the Mahinda Rajapaksa International Cricket Stadium due to its wide boundary dimensions. Additionally, as the game goes on, the surface becomes a little slow, which makes spinners dominate the game in the middle overs. The fact that nine wickets were lost to spin in the previous game indicates that the surface mostly favors slower bowlers. It will be important to put runs on the board, and anything over 250 should be a manageable total on this track.</p>



<p><strong><mark class="has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color">READ:</mark> <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/pak-vs-afg-2nd-odi-dream11-prediction-playing-11-and-pitch-report-for-pakistan-vs-afghanistan-2023-2nd-odi/">PAK vs AFG, 2nd ODI Dream11 Prediction AND Playing 11</a></strong></p>



<p><strong><mark><mark style="background-color:#bcf7df" class="has-inline-color">For more details head to?<a href="https://www.bcci.tv/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">BCCI?s?</a>official website.</mark></mark></strong></p>

AFG vs PAK 2nd ODI Weather Forecast, Rain Prediction, and Pitch Report of?Mahinda Rajapaksa Stadium,?Hambantota | Afghanistan vs Pakistan 2023

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<p><strong>AFG vs PAK, 2nd ODI: </strong>The second match of the ongoing three-match ODI series between Afghanistan and Pakistan was played at the Mahinda Rajapaksa International Stadium in Sri Lanka at the same venue today. The first match of both was also played on this ground where Pakistan stunned everyone by all-out Afghanistan for just 59 runs. Returning to Afghanistan, they showed a good performance in this match, but unfortunately, In a thrilling match, Pakistan won the series by defeating Afghanistan by one wicket. Down below is the full match Highlights.</p>



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<p>Afghanistan captain Hashmatullah Shahidi won the toss and decided to bat, the result of which proved to be right for the team. Afghanistan scored 300 runs for five wickets in 50 overs. The 21-year-old Rahmanullah Gurbaz scored a brilliant 151 off 151 balls with the help of three sixes and fourteen fours, while his fellow opener Ibrahim Zadran also scored an inning of 80 runs. There was a partnership of 227 runs for the first wicket between both the openers, which is a record in itself for Afghanistan.</p>



<p>Pakistan also got off to a strong start in their pursuit of the 301-run total. As soon as Pakistan's Powerplay overs began, Fakhar Zaman's 34-ball 30 dealt them their first blow. Imam-ul-Haq and captain Babar Azam shared a 108-run partnership for the second wicket after his dismissal. Babar Azam, the captain, scored a half-century in 66 balls while Imam-ul-Haq scored 91 runs in 105 balls. After these two were dismissed, Pakistan's middle order crumbled, and the Afghanistan team was gradually mounting a comeback in the game. Shadab Khan, however, went on to play a 48 run innings in 35 balls with the help of three fours and a six, which helped Pakistan remain in the match.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="last-over-thriller">Last Over Thriller</h2>



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<p>In the last over of the game, Pakistan needed 11 runs in six balls to win the match. Fazalhaq Farooqi was doing the last over from Afghanistan. Presenting a good bowling performance in this match, he took maximum three wickets but unfortunately was unable to win the team. Naseem Shah played an inning of 10 runs in five balls with the help of two fours, hitting a four on the fifth ball of the inning to give the team the victory.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="afghanistan-scorecard">Afghanistan Scorecard</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><thead><tr><th><strong>BATTING</strong></th><th><strong>R</strong></th><th><strong>B</strong></th><th><strong>4s</strong></th><th><strong>6s</strong></th><th><strong>SR</strong></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Rahmanullah Gurbaz </td><td><strong>151</strong></td><td>151</td><td>14</td><td>3</td><td>100.00</td></tr><tr><td>Ibrahim Zadran&nbsp;</td><td><strong>80</strong></td><td>101</td><td>6</td><td>2</td><td>79.20</td></tr><tr><td>Mohammad Nabi&nbsp;</td><td><strong>29</strong></td><td>29</td><td>3</td><td>0</td><td>100.00</td></tr><tr><td>Rashid Khan&nbsp;</td><td><strong>2</strong></td><td>3</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>66.66</td></tr><tr><td>Shahidullah&nbsp;</td><td><strong>1</strong></td><td>3</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>33.33</td></tr><tr><td>Hashmatullah Shahidi (c)</td><td><strong>15</strong></td><td>11</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>136.36</td></tr><tr><td>Abdul Rahman&nbsp;</td><td><strong>4</strong></td><td>4</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>100.00</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="pakistan-scorecard">Pakistan Scorecard</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><thead><tr><th><strong>BATTING</strong></th><th><strong>R</strong></th><th><strong>B</strong></th><th><strong>4s</strong></th><th><strong>6s</strong></th><th><strong>SR</strong></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Fakhar Zaman&nbsp;</td><td><strong>30</strong></td><td>34</td><td>5</td><td>0</td><td>88.23</td></tr><tr><td>Imam-ul-Haq&nbsp;</td><td><strong>91</strong></td><td>105</td><td>4</td><td>0</td><td>86.66</td></tr><tr><td>Babar Azam (c)</td><td><strong>53</strong></td><td>66</td><td>6</td><td>0</td><td>80.30</td></tr><tr><td>Mohammad Rizwan </td><td><strong>2</strong></td><td>7</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>28.57</td></tr><tr><td>Agha Salman&nbsp;</td><td><strong>14</strong></td><td>15</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>93.33</td></tr><tr><td>Usama Mir&nbsp;</td><td><strong>0</strong></td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0.00</td></tr><tr><td>Iftikhar Ahmed&nbsp;</td><td><strong>17</strong></td><td>24</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>70.83</td></tr><tr><td>Shadab Khan&nbsp;</td><td><strong>48</strong></td><td>35</td><td>3</td><td>1</td><td>137.14</td></tr><tr><td>Shaheen Shah Afridi&nbsp;</td><td><strong>4</strong></td><td>5</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>80.00</td></tr><tr><td>Naseem Shah&nbsp;</td><td><strong>10</strong></td><td>5</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>200.00</td></tr><tr><td>Haris Rauf&nbsp;</td><td><strong>3</strong></td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>300.00</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="brilliant-knock-by-rahmanullah-gurbaz">Brilliant knock by Rahmanullah Gurbaz</h2>



<p>Rahmanullah Gurbaz, the opening batsman for Afghanistan, reached his century against Pakistan in the second ODI in 122 balls with the help of seven fours and three sixes. Rahmanullah Gurbaz broke Babar Azam's record by scoring his fifth century in the 23rd ODI innings of his career. Rahmanullah Gurbaz has climbed to number two on the list of the five fastest ODI hundreds ever.</p>



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<p>Quinton de Kock of South Africa and Imam-ul-Haq of Pakistan are tied for first place in terms of fastest centuries scored. In 19-19 innings, de Kock and Imam each reached their fifth ODI century. Babar Azam, who completed his five ODI centuries in 25 innings, was surpassed by Rahmanullah Gurbaz.</p>



<p>By working together for a century partnership, Ibrahim Zadran and Rahmanullah Gurbaz accomplished a unique feat for Afghanistan. As soon as he reached his century, however, Gurbaz accomplished a significant feat. He has scored a century in an ODI against Pakistan, making him the first batsman from Afghanistan to do so.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="afg-vs-pak-2nd-odi-playing-11">AFG vs PAK, 2nd ODI: Playing 11</h2>



<p><strong>Afghanistan Playing 11-</strong> Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Riaz Hassan, <strong>Hashmatullah Shahidi (c)</strong>, Ikram Alikhil, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Abdul Rahman, Shahidullah Kamal</p>



<p><strong>Pakistan Playing 11 - </strong>Imam-ul-Haq, Fakhar Zaman, <strong>Babar Azam (c)</strong>, Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Agha Salman, Iftikhar Ahmed, Shadab Khan, Usama Mir, Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, Haris Rauf</p>



<p><strong><mark class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">Read -</mark></strong> <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/team-india-next-match-check-out-full-september-schedule-of-team-india-2023/" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/team-india-next-match-check-out-full-september-schedule-of-team-india-2023/">Team India Next Match? Check Out Full September Schedule of Team India 2023</a></p>



<p><strong><mark>For more details head to?<a href="https://www.cricketworldcup.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">ICC?s?</a>official website.</mark></strong></p>

AFG vs PAK, 2nd ODI: In a thrilling match, Pakistan won the series by defeating Afghanistan by one wicket

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<p><strong>Farooqi Mankad Shadab Khan:</strong> It felt like 'd?j??Vu as Naseem Shah's excellent batting skills snatched flesh from Lion's jaw. Pakistan won the last-over thriller by 1 wicket outclassing Afghanistan. Last Over also managed to grab a controversial moment where Farooqi mankad Shadab Khan in the final over of AFG vs PAK 2nd ODI.</p>



<p>Afghanistan won the toss and opted to bat first. Both Afghan openers held intact and combined together for an over 200 runs opening stand. Wicketkeeper-batsman Gurbaz was solid on the pitch and struck 151 runs with a strike rate of 100. Riding on his ton and a half runs and Ibrahim Zadran's 80, Afghanistan finally managed to put 300 runs on board.</p>



<p>In the chase, Pakistan also got off to a good start with a 50-run opening stand and then a 120-run second-wicket partnership. Pakistan were 176 for 2 wickets down and soon 211 for 6 wickets down. Then came the Player of the Match Shadab Khan. His quick 48 off 35 helped Pakistan needing 11 runs off the last over.</p>



<p>Fazalhaq Farooqi had the ball in his hands in the last over with Naseem Shah on the strike and Shadab Khan on the non-striker's end. Farooqi marked his run-up and ran to the bowling crease and he found Shadab short of his ground. With game awareness at the moment, he ran him out at the non-striker's end.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Watch: Farooqi Mankad Shadab Khan </strong></h2>



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<p>As he started to run up, Farooqi quickly noticed that the Pakistani batsman had already left the crease before he had even delivered the ball, and in an instant of pure awareness, he stopped mid-action to remove the bail.</p>



<p>At a vital point in the game, the Afghan pacer's foresight allowed his side to dismiss the threatening batter. Shadab, on the other hand, walked back to the pavilion shaking his head incredulously, appearing unsatisfied with his dismissal.</p>



<p>Despite Shadab's dismissal, the game had a thrilling finish as Pakistan managed to win by only one wicket against Afghanistan in the last over. Naseem Shah managed to sneak a boundary to the third-man barrier, ensuring Pakistan won the three-game series 2-0. Despite the Afghan bowlers fighting hard, with Farooqi leading the attack and getting three wickets, the Afghan squad failed to win an ODI against Pakistan.</p>



<p>Now, Pakistan and Afghanistan will battle in the third and last ODI of this bilateral series on 26th August. Afghanistan will once again fight hard to snatch the first win against Pakistan whereas Pakistan will look for a clear sweep and perfect series result just before heading into Asia Cup 2023.</p>



<p><strong>READ:<a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/asia-cup-2023-pakistan-schedule-match-list-squad-captain-venue-where-to-watch/"> Asia Cup 2023?Pakistan Schedule: Match List, Squad, Captain, Venue, Where to Watch</a></strong></p>



<p><strong><mark style="background-color:#c7fce7" class="has-inline-color">For More Check the Official Site:?<a href="https://www.icc-cricket.com/homepage" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><em>ICC</em></a></mark></strong></p>

Watch: Farooqi Mankad Shadab Khan In Final Over Thriller | AFG vs PAK 2nd ODI

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<p><strong>AFG vs PAK 3rd ODI:</strong> Following a narrow 1-wicket win in the 2nd ODI against Afghanistan, Babar Azam-led Pakistan have grabbed the 3-match ODI series 0-2. Now under overcast conditions, Pakistan and Afghanistan are all set to lock horns at R Premadasa Stadium,&nbsp;Colombo in the 3rd ODI on 26 August. This post will lead you through AFG vs PAK 3rd ODI Weather Forecast, Rain Prediction, and Pitch Report of&nbsp;R Premadasa Stadium,&nbsp;Colombo.</p>



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<p>Following a decisive 142-run victory in the series opener at the Mahinda Rajapaksa Cricket Stadium in Hambantota, Pakistan escaped a nightmare on Thursday (August 24) with to Naseem Shah's heroic batting skills in the final over to win by one wicket and secure the series.</p>



<p>The entire series has been dominated by Pakistan. They were brutal in the opening ODI game and skittled Afghanistan for a miserable total of 59. In the last ODI, Afghanistan's opening pair of Gurbaz and Zadran controlled the bulk of the first innings by putting together a record-breaking 227-run partnership to push Afghanistan to a commanding 300. But their bowlers were unable to hold the grip this time around.</p>



<p>Referring to their head-to-head records, Afghanistan is no match for Pakistan. Pakistan came out on top in all five of their encounters against Afghanistan in ODI cricket. In contrast to Afghanistan, who have lost three of their past five ODI games, the Men in Green have only lost one of their last five games overall.</p>



<p>As they did in the last game, Afghanistan will want to put up a strong fight and win the remainder of the series. Both teams will focus their attention on the crucial Asia Cup 2023, which is scheduled to begin on August 30, after the ODI series is over.</p>



<p>Down below is AFG vs PAK 3rd ODI Weather Forecast, Rain Prediction, and Pitch Report of&nbsp;R Premadasa Stadium,&nbsp;Colombo:</p>



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<p>On August 26 (Saturday), the weather is expected to be overcast for the most part of the day, not on the rainy side but on the partially clearer side with light winds towards the southwest on match time. There is minimal chance or no chance of rain in the entire duration of the match. Temperatures may peek at 31? C during the day and dip to a low of 29? C in the evening. Humidity is expected to hover around 60-70% and winds will be gusting at 15-20kmph speed.</p>



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<p>The weather will be overcast right from the morning and might expect a few showers in the morning. The clouds are expected to hover overhead. The chances of rain are 6% around 03:00 PM and will remain below 6% for the rest of the day. Expecting a full 100-over game without any sort of interruption. The overcast conditions won?t have a significant impact but might influence the decision at the toss.</p>



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<p>The surface at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo is good for batting. However, pacers will get some help initially. The side batting first has had the most success in the 140 One Day Internationals played at the venue, with the wickets becoming more difficult to chase as the game proceeds. However, in the most recent games, the team chasing has won two of the previous three.</p>



<p>At this field, batting first results in an average score of 225. But in the past three games played there, the side batting first has achieved scores above 250. Even the teams in chase have twice crossed 250. Over the years, spinners have enjoyed bowling on this pitch the most, but even faster bowlers have taken wickets in recent games.</p>



<p><strong><mark class="has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-color">READ:</mark><a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/pak-vs-afg-3rd-odi-dream11-prediction-playing-11-and-pitch-report-for-pakistan-vs-afghanistan-2023-3rd-odi/"> PAK vs AFG, 3rd ODI Dream11 Prediction, Playing 11</a></strong></p>



<p><strong><mark><mark style="background-color:#d0fae9" class="has-inline-color">For more details head to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bcci.tv/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">BCCI?s&nbsp;</a>official website.</mark></mark></strong></p>

AFG vs PAK 3rd ODI Weather Forecast, Rain Prediction, and Pitch Report of?R Premadasa Stadium,?Colombo | Afghanistan vs Pakistan 2023

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With the India vs Australia semi-final of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 around the corner, Ravichandran Ashwin has suggested India's ways to stop Travis Head.

Rohit Sharma given strict orders on how to stop Travis Head in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 semi-final

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Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is all set to make a massive announcement related to the T20I captaincy of the team.

PCB finalises Mohammad Rizwan's replacement in T20Is, this player all set to become captain

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With the two power-packed teams up against each other in the semi-final of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, fans couldn't have asked for a more thrilling affair. Here are the Dream11 predictions for the IND vs AUS Match at Dubai International Stadium.    

IND vs AUS Match, Dream11 Prediction, HOT Picks, High-Risk High-Reward Players, Strongest Playing11 and More

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Gujarat vs UP WPL 2025: In the Tata Women's Premier League match played on Monday, Gujarat Giants defeated UP Warriors by 81 runs. While chasing 187, UP lost 6 wickets for just 48 runs. Beth Mooney and Deandra Dottin played key roles in helping their team secure the win

Gujarat vs UP WPL 2025:  Beth Mooney & Deandra Dottin shine as the Gujarat Giants claim playoff spot by defeating the UP Warriorz

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Not only in T20Is, the reports claimed that Babar Azam's place in the ODIs is also under scanner.

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