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Stunning win in Pakistan England ODI: Pakistan pulled off a sensational one-wicket victory over England at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore.
Shadab Khan produced a career-defining performance to guide his team home with a record-breaking last-wicket partnership.
Pakistan also used the occasion to promote breast cancer awareness.
The players wore special pink jerseys instead of their traditional green kits.
Shadab Khan Leads Pakistan’s Incredible Comeback
Pakistan chased England’s target of 242 runs but suffered a dramatic batting collapse.
They slipped to 154 for nine and appeared destined for defeat.
Shadab Khan had other plans.
The all-rounder smashed an unbeaten 113 off 96 balls, hitting 13 fours and five sixes.
He found an unlikely ally in Haris Rauf, who held his nerve at the other end.
Rauf scored seven runs off 19 balls and supported Shadab throughout the tense finish.
Together, they added an unbeaten 89 runs for the final wicket.
Their partnership set a world record for the highest 10th-wicket stand in a successful ODI run chase.
Pakistan reached 243 for nine to complete a memorable victory.
The result also secured their place in the tri-series final.
Shaheen Afridi Leads Pakistan’s Bowling Attack
Earlier, England managed 241 runs before Pakistan dismissed them in 46.4 overs.
Ben Duckett anchored the innings with an impressive 105 off 111 balls.
Sam Curran added 42 runs, while Gus Atkinson contributed an unbeaten 36.
However, Pakistan’s bowlers kept taking wickets and prevented England from building a bigger total.
Captain Shaheen Shah Afridi led the attack with 4 wickets.
His early breakthroughs put England under pressure and helped Pakistan restrict the visitors to 241.
Pink Jerseys Promote Breast Cancer Awareness
Pakistan’s pink jerseys added a powerful social message to the contest.
The Pakistan Cricket Board organised the initiative to raise awareness about breast cancer.
The campaign highlighted the importance of early detection, regular screening and timely treatment.
Pink-themed stadium displays and awareness messages reinforced the cause.
The initiative showed how cricket can unite sporting excitement with an important public health message.
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