Sun Nov 24 19:47:37 UTC 2024: ## Pakistan Crumbles to Shocking Defeat Against Zimbabwe in First ODI
**Bulawayo, Zimbabwe:** Pakistan suffered a humiliating 80-run defeat against Zimbabwe in the first One Day International (ODI) in Bulawayo today. The match, interrupted by rain, was decided under the Duckworth-Lewis method.
Zimbabwe, batting first, posted a modest 205 runs. Ryan Burl (48) and Sikandar Raza (39) were the top scorers for the hosts. Pakistan’s bowling attack failed to contain the Zimbabwean lower order.
In response, Pakistan’s batting lineup completely collapsed. None of the top-order batsmen could make a significant contribution. Sam Ayub (11), Abdullah Shafique (1), and Kamran Ghulam (17) all fell cheaply. Salman Agha managed only 4 runs, while Haseebullah Khan and Irfan Khan were dismissed for 0 and 7 respectively. Captain Mohammad Rizwan remained unbeaten on 19 off 43 balls (strike rate 44.19), but his slow innings couldn’t salvage the situation.
With Pakistan struggling at 60/6, rain arrived and ultimately prevented the resumption of play, handing Zimbabwe a resounding victory. The defeat marks a significant setback for Pakistan and highlights their batting woes.
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