Team India (148/5) get off to a sensational start in Asia Cup 2022 as they defeated arch-rivals Pakistan (147/10) in their campaign opener. Rohit Sharma’s men registered a five-wicket win as they climbed to the top of Group A. It was a very competitive match filled with twists and turns but it was the Men in Blue that managed to keep their cool and get over the line in a crucial encounter. IND vs PAK Asia Cup 2022 Highlights.

After being asked to bat first, Pakistan got off to a poor start, losing skipper Babar Azam early as Bhuvneshwar Kumar dominated the proceedings. However, an important knock from Mohammad Rizwan and a late flurry from Shahnawaz Dahani saw them post a competitive score. India had a tough start to their chase but crucial knocks from Virat Kohli and Hardik Pandya saw them over the line. Rohit Sharma Becomes Highest Run-Scorer in T20Is, Surpasses Martin Guptill During India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2022 Cricket Match.

IND vs PAK, Asia Cup 2022 Stat Highlights

# Virat Kohli played his 100th T20I match for India

# Naseem Shah made his T20I debut for Pakistan

# Bhuvneshwar Kumar registered the best figures (4/26) in an India vs Pakistan clash in T20Is

# Indian seamers took all 10 wickets in a game for the first time in T20Is

# KL Rahul became Naseem Shah’s maiden wicket in T20Is

# Rohit Sharma became the highest run-scorer in T20I cricket

# Virat Kohli has now scored 300 fours in T20I cricket

Both teams will now focus their attention towards their next fixture in the competition. India take on qualifiers Hong Kong as they aim to advance to the next stage. Meanwhile, Pakistan have a few days’ rest before taking on the similar opposition in hopes of returning to winning ways.

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