Highlights | PAK Vs BAN ICC ODI World Cup 2023 Live Cricket Score and Updates: Pakistan Beat Bangladesh By 7 Wickets

Pakistan vs Bangladesh (PAK vs BAN), ICC ODI World Cup 2023 Match Highlights Cricket Scorecard and Updates: Bangladesh was knocked out of the semi-final race.

Pakistan vs Bangladesh ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 LIVE Score.

ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 Highlights: In a high-stakes clash in Kolkata, Pakistan showcased a masterful performance, rekindling their hopes in the competition. With three strategic changes to their playing eleven, Pakistan was tasked with bowling first on a parched pitch. The charismatic Shaheen Afridi immediately set the tone with a couple of early wickets, and later, he returned to dismiss Mahmudullah with a breathtaking delivery. Haris Rauf capitalized on the opportunity, sending the two most experienced Bangladeshi batsmen back to the pavilion. Iftikhar also played a pivotal role in breaking a significant partnership.

The fiery Mohammad Wasim wreaked havoc in the Bangladeshi tail with his pace and reverse swing. Despite an expensive spell, Usama Mir managed to claim a crucial wicket. Pakistan's fielding was impeccable, and they skittled out Bangladesh for a mere 204 runs. In response, the opening duo made the chase look effortless. Abdullah Shafique's elegant strokes yielded his fourth 50+ score in the tournament, while Fakhar Zaman, making a comeback, showcased his ferocity at the top of the order with seven sixes and three fours. Pakistan, losing three wickets in pursuit of a brisk run rate, sealed a commanding victory with a staggering 17.3 overs to spare, rejuvenating their prospects in the tournament.

Follow Highlights Score And Updates From Match Number 31 Of ODI World Cup 2023 Pakistan vs Bangladesh.

31 October 2023

22:00 IST

PAK vs BAN Live: Pakisan Captain Babar Azam

"All credit to the boys the way we played in all three departments. We know, if Fakhar bats for 20-30 overs, it's a different ball game, he played his natural game. Good to see him. We are trying to win the next two matches, we'll see where we stand. We started well, the way Shaheen started. After 15-20 overs, they built a partnership, our main bowlers picked wickets. We picked wickets in the middle overs. Thank you (fans) so much for the support."

21:32 IST

PAK vs BAN Live: Fakhar Zaman After Winning Player of the Match

"After the Asia Cup, I practiced a lot on my batting, I was looking good at the camp and was looking forward to making it to the team. Today, my hard work paid off after I was given a chance. I told Abdullah that I will see off the first few overs, I knew I could hit big sixes. My role is to make it easy for my partner, so it was important to see off the first few overs and then play my shots. NRR was in our mind after we reached 100, the aim was to finish it off in 30 overs. I had too many failures, I was looking towards such a knock and hopefully I'll make bigger scores in the next few games."