Pakistan survived a scare and held their nerves to beat Afghanistan by one wicket in a thrilling Super Four match to reach the final of the Asia Cup 2022 and knock India out of the tournament at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium, here on Wednesday.
The pressure was on the 19-year old Naseem Shah as the teenager needed at least two boundaries to help Pakistan win the game.
He took on the challenge and whacked the first delivery of the over which was a full toss outside the off stump over the long on boundary for a six to bring back joy and optimism on the Pakistan dugout. With the shot, he reduced the equation to five runs off the last five deliveries.
This victory for Pakistan has closed the doors for both Afghanistan and India to qualify for the final. Having won two games in the Super 4s stage by defeating India and Afghanistan.
Pakistan have advanced to the final and will face Sri Lanka in the final. However before the summit clash, both the teams will meet for the final match in the Super 4s stage that is scheduled to be played on Friday, 9th September. Final of Asia cup will be on 11th September.
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