Sufiyan Muqeem’s Record Spell Leads Pakistan to Series Win

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Pakistan secured a dominant victory over Zimbabwe in the second T20I, clinching the three-match series 2-0. Following their win in the opening game on Sunday, Pakistan put on an exceptional bowling display to outclass Zimbabwe in a one-sided encounter.

After winning the toss and electing to bat, Zimbabwe started brightly, racing to 37 without loss in the first four overs. However, Abbas Afridi broke the opening partnership by dismissing Tadiwanashe Marumani, triggering a dramatic collapse. Zimbabwe’s batting lineup crumbled under pressure.

The star of the match was young spinner Sufiyan Muqeem, who delivered a sensational spell, taking 5 wickets for just 3 runs—setting a record for the best bowling figures by a Pakistani in T20 Internationals. Zimbabwe’s innings spiraled from 37/0 to 57 all out in just 13.4 overs.

Chasing the target of 58, Pakistan’s openers, Saim Ayub and Omair Bin Yousuf, ensured there were no hiccups. The duo scored freely and completed the chase in just 5.3 overs, sealing the series victory with ease.

 

Scores in brief:

Zimbabwe: 57 (Brian Bennett 21)

Pakistan: 61/0 (Saim Ayub 36*; Sufiyan Muqeem 5/3)

 

Pakistan won by 10 wickets

Player of the match: Sufiyan Muqeem