Arafat Minhas scores 59 runs and takes six wickets as Pakistan defeat England by 87 runs in the tri-nation ODI series in Rawalpindi.
Pakistan defeated England by 87 runs in the second match of the tri-nation ODI series in Rawalpindi, thanks to an outstanding all-round performance by Arafat Minhas, who scored 59 runs and claimed six wickets.
After winning the toss, England elected to field first, inviting Pakistan to bat. The home side posted 302-9 in its allotted 50 overs, setting England a target of 303 runs for victory.
Pakistan’s innings provided the foundation for a competitive total, with Minhas making a valuable contribution of 59 runs at a crucial stage of the match. His innings helped Pakistan build a total that ultimately proved beyond England’s reach.
Chasing 303, England struggled against Pakistan’s bowling attack and were bowled out for 215 in the 39th over. The visitors fell 87 runs short of the target, handing Pakistan a convincing victory in the second match of the series.
Minhas emerged as the standout performer of the contest. After contributing with the bat, he delivered an impressive spell with the ball, taking six wickets for 40 runs. His ability to influence the match in both departments played a central role in Pakistan’s win.
The six-wicket haul dismantled England’s batting lineup and prevented the visitors from building the partnerships needed to sustain their chase. England’s innings ended at 215, leaving Pakistan comfortably ahead at the conclusion of the match.
The result gave Pakistan a win in the second game of the tri-nation ODI series being played in Rawalpindi. Minhas’ performance was the defining feature of the contest, as he combined a crucial half-century with a six-wicket haul to help his team secure an 87-run victory.
Pakistan’s total of 302-9 proved sufficient, while the bowling attack completed the job by dismissing England for 215. Minhas’ contribution with both bat and ball highlighted his impact on the match and provided the key difference between the two sides.
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