Pakistan Triumph Over Zimbabwe in First T20 by 57 Runs – Pak vs Zim 1st T20
KHELO PAKISTAN EXCLUSIVE:
Pakistan’s dominant all-round performance secures a 57-run victory against Zimbabwe in the Pak vs Zim 1st T20 International of the series in Bulawayo.
Highlights of the Match: Pak vs Zim 1st T20
After electing to bat, Pakistan set a solid target of 165 runs, thanks to a powerful finish by Tayyab Tahir and Muhammad Irfan Khan. Zimbabwe started strong in their chase but succumbed to Pakistan’s lethal spin attack. Sufiyan Muqeem’s career-best figures and Abrar Ahmed’s crucial strikes ensured Zimbabwe were bowled out for just 108 in 15.3 overs.
Comprehensive Match Stats
| Team | Score | Top Batsman | Top Bowler |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | 165/4 (20 overs) | Tayyab Tahir (39*) | Sufiyan Muqeem (3/20) |
| Zimbabwe | 108 all out | Sikandar Raza (39) | Sikandar Raza (1/14) |
Key Moments:
Tayyab Tahir’s Finishing Heroics: Scored an unbeaten 39 off 25 balls, hitting 4 fours and 1 six, leading a crucial 65-run partnership to boost Pakistan’s total.
Sufiyan Muqeem’s Spin Masterclass: Delivered a career-best performance with figures of 3/20, dismantling Zimbabwe’s middle order with his precise left-arm wrist spin.
Sikandar Raza’s Lone Fight: The Zimbabwe captain stood tall with 39 off 28 balls but lacked support as his team collapsed under pressure.
Spin Magic and Late Flourish Seal the Win
Pakistan’s innings began with a solid opening, amassing 52 runs in the PowerPlay. The middle overs saw Zimbabwe’s bowlers tighten their grip, with Sikandar Raza delivering an economical spell. However, a late 65-run unbeaten partnership between Tayyab Tahir and Muhammad Irfan Khan propelled Pakistan to a competitive 165/4.
Zimbabwe’s chase looked promising initially, with 60/2 in the PowerPlay. But Abrar Ahmed’s early strikes and Sufiyan Muqeem’s spin wizardry dismantled the middle order.
