Fakhar 109, Babar 74 help Pakistan clinch run-fest
Vikramjit, Cooper, and Edwards brought the hosts close, but could not take them over the line
Vikramjit, Cooper, and Edwards brought the hosts close, but could not take them over the line
Scorer: Ranjith P | Commentator: Binoy George
Pakistan win by 16 runs, they never let Netherlands get ahead in the chase, although they missed so many chances in the field. It seemed they were in control of the game, picking up crucial wickets. Pakistan pick up the vital 10 points. Haris and Naseem picking up 3 wickets each. For Netherlands Cooper and Edwards played well, Vikramjit Singh's knock was slow that made the difference in the chase. Fakhar Zaman is the Player of the Match. Thanks for tuning in, do join us again for the 2nd ODI. On behalf of Ranjith, I am Binoy George signing off.
Kamal Andiwal: "Irrespective of the result,Netherlands have played very good cricket against a quality side.very well done!"
26 runs required off the final over
Since the 2019 World Cup, Pakistan have scored at less than five an over in the first powerplay - and another such showing very nearly cost them against Netherlands
Vikramjit, Cooper, and Edwards brought the hosts close, but could not take them over the line