Pakistan Defeats Bangladesh By 7 Wickets Advances To Final

Pak vs Ban, Asia Cup 2023: Agha Salman Seals Thrilling Win for Pakistan

Pakistan Defeats Bangladesh by 7 Wickets, Advances to Final

Agha Salman Shines with Match-Winning Knock

Pakistan secured a thrilling seven-wicket victory over Bangladesh in the Super Four clash of the Asia Cup 2023 on Wednesday, September 6, 2023.

Chasing a modest target of 194, Pakistan rode on a match-winning half-century from Agha Salman and a solid opening partnership to seal the victory with ease.

Salman's Heroics

Salman, who came into bat at number five, played an exceptional knock of 60 runs off 43 deliveries, hitting five boundaries and two sixes.

His innings included a crucial 40-run partnership with Mohammad Rizwan (29) for the third wicket, which laid the foundation for Pakistan's victory.

Solid Start

Earlier, Pakistan's openers, Babar Azam (30) and Fakhar Zaman (20), provided a solid start, adding 49 runs for the first wicket.

Azam, the Pakistan captain, was dismissed by Shakib Al Hasan, while Hasan Ali removed Zaman.

Bangladesh's Innings

Bangladesh, who were put into bat first, struggled to build substantial partnerships.

Mushfiqur Rahim top-scored with 43 runs, while Afif Hossain contributed 35.

Haris Rauf was the pick of the bowlers for Pakistan, finishing with figures of 2/30.

Pakistan's Dominance

With this victory, Pakistan has maintained their dominance over Bangladesh in the Asia Cup.

Pakistan has now won four consecutive matches against Bangladesh in the tournament.

Qualifying for the Final

The victory ensures Pakistan's progress to the final of the Asia Cup 2023, where they will face the winner of the other Super Four match between India and Sri Lanka.

The Asia Cup final will be played on Sunday, September 11, 2023.