Wed Nov 27 04:49:25 UTC 2024: **Pakistan Achieves Historic ODI Victory Over Zimbabwe**
HARARE, ZIMBABWE – November 27, 2024 – Pakistan’s cricket team secured a historic 10-wicket victory over Zimbabwe in the second ODI of their three-match series, ending a 13-year drought for such a dominant win. This emphatic win, achieved under the captaincy of Mohammad Rizwan, levels the series 1-1.
Zimbabwe, batting first, was bowled out for 145 runs in 32.3 overs. No Zimbabwean batsman managed to score a half-century. Pakistan’s opening pair then chased down the target with ease, reaching 148 runs without losing a wicket in just 18.2 overs. Saim Ayub led the charge with a blistering 113 runs off 62 balls, while Abdullah Shafiq contributed a steady 32 runs.
This is only the fifth time Pakistan has won an ODI match by 10 wickets, with their previous such victory occurring in 2011. The win significantly boosts Pakistan’s confidence ahead of the upcoming Champions Trophy. The series decider is scheduled for Thursday.
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