Pakistan (131/9) get over the line as they defeat Afghanistan (129/6) by one wicket in the Asia Cup 2022 Super 4 encounter as Babar Azam's men have secured their place in the finals alongside Sri Lanka. Pakistan were made to work hard by Naseem Shah's consecutive sixes in the final over got them over the line.
Naseem Shah bets Pakistan over the line and into Asia Cup 2022 final as he smashes Fazalhaq Farooqi for two consecutive sixes in the final over of the game.
Fazalhaq Farooqi has produced a sensational over for Afghanistan as he struck twice dismissing Khushdil Shah and Mohammad Nawaz.
Rashid Khan has given Afghanistan a great chance of winning the game as he dismisses the well-set Shadab Khan. Pakistan will still fancy themselves but need to be careful in the chase.
Afghanistan are coming back into the game as they have stopped the run flow in the middle overs, In addition, Fareed Ahmad has given them some hope as he dismissed Iftikhar Ahmed.
Pakistan are slowly but steadily moving towards the target as Shadab Khan and Iftikhar Ahmed have stitched a solid partnership together. The equation remains 51 runs needed in 42 balls.
One again Pakistan lose early wickets and after skipper Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman is the next to follow as Mujeeb Ur Rahman gets his first wicket of the game.
Fazalhaq Farooqi dismisses Babar Azam on a golden duck as he traps the Pakistan skipper in front of the stumps.
Pakistan will be pleased with their display as the bowlers led by Haris Raud did well to restrict Afghanistan to a score of 129 runs after a string start. Afghanistan need to pick quick wickets if they are to get back and win this game.
Much will depend on Rashid Khan in the final two overs of the game. Th Afghanistan star will need to show his batting prowess and take his team to a competitive score in this crucial encounter.
Pakistan and Afghanistan face off against each other in an Asia Cup 2022 Super 4 clash on September 07, 2022 (Wednesday) at the Dubai International Stadium in Dubai. Both teams will be aiming to register a win to secure their places or move closer to the finals. So ahead of the Asia Cup 2022 encounter, we bring you PAK vs AFG live score along with the commentary. ICC T20 Ranking: Mohammad Rizwan Dethrones Babar Azam to Become No. 1 Batter.
Pakistan recorded a statement win in their previous outing as they got the better of defending champions India. And a win in this fixture will; seal their place in the Asia Cup 2022 finals alongside Sri Lanka.
Meanwhile, Afghanistan after a loss to Sri Lanka and looking to get bac to winning ways. Mohammad Nabi's men won their opening two games of the competition and will need to replicate that result if they see to stay alive in the tournament.
This clash could very well decide the fate of the teams in Asia Cup 2022. A win for Afghanistan will see them and India remain in contention for a finals place in the competition while a Pakistan victory will see them advance and knock the other two out.