Thu Dec 05 17:51:17 UTC 2024: **Zimbabwe Stuns Pakistan in Thrilling T20I Finale**
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe – In a nail-biting finish to their three-match T20I series, Zimbabwe secured a thrilling two-wicket victory over Pakistan at the Queens Sports Club on Thursday. Debutant Tinotenda Maposa spearheaded the chase, smashing Jahandad Khan in the final over to snatch victory from the jaws of defeat and prevent a Pakistan whitewash.
Pakistan, electing to bat first, struggled early, losing three wickets for only 19 runs. Tayyab Tahir provided a brief burst of energy with a 21-run cameo, but Blessing Muzarabani’s impressive bowling (2-25) kept Pakistan in check. Captain Salman Agha top-scored with 32, contributing to a respectable total of 132/7.
Zimbabwe’s chase mirrored Pakistan’s early struggles, losing wickets at regular intervals. Brian Bennett anchored the innings with a 43-run knock, but contributions from the middle order were inconsistent. With 21 runs needed from the final 12 balls, the situation looked bleak. However, Maposa’s explosive batting in the final over turned the game on its head, securing a remarkable win for the hosts with one ball remaining. The win capped off a remarkable T20I debut for Maposa.
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