In the second ODI of the series against Afghanistan, Naseem Shah once again delivered a decisive performance, bowling the final over against Fazlul Haq Farooqui. This scenario was reminiscent of a year ago, during the Asia Cup on September 7, 2022. In that match, Pakistan required 11 runs in the last over to secure victory, with Afghan bowler Fazlul Haque Farooqui facing Shadab Khan at the non-striking end. Unfortunately for Farooqui, a run-out occurred, sending him back to the pavilion with a score of 48 runs.
Naseem Shah showcased his ability to handle high-pressure situations by scoring 10 runs, including two fours, in a challenging context. This performance proved instrumental in guiding Pakistan to victory, reiterating his improvement in batting skills attributed to facing Afghan bowlers.
A similar instance took place during the 2022 Asia Cup T20 match last year. With 11 runs needed in the final over, once again against Fazlul Haq Farooqui, Naseem Shah took the bat. This time, he displayed remarkable batting prowess by hitting two consecutive sixes, securing victory for Pakistan.
Despite facing the same bowler in these nail-biting situations on multiple occasions, Naseem Shah’s celebratory style remained consistent. It’s worth noting that Pakistan clinched victory against Afghanistan by a single wicket after a thrilling match. With this win, Pakistan now holds a commanding 0-2 lead in the ODI series, displaying their dominance on the field.