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Pakistan Storms into Asian Games Final!
1 Oct
Summary
- Pakistan secured a spot in the gold medal match of the Asian Games 2026.
- A 59-run partnership between Nawaz and Samad was crucial to their victory.
- Towhid Hridoy top-scored for Bangladesh with 42 runs off 25 balls.
Pakistan has advanced to the gold-medal match of the Asian Games 2026 cricket tournament, securing at least a silver medal. The semi-final clash against Bangladesh, held on October 1, 2026, was reduced to 13 overs per side due to a delayed start.
Bangladesh struggled early against Pakistan's spinners, with only Saif Hassan reaching double figures among the top order. Towhid Hridoy emerged as their top scorer, hitting 42 runs from 25 balls, including four sixes, to help Bangladesh post a competitive total of 111/7. Sufyan Moqim was the most effective bowler for Pakistan, taking three wickets for 26 runs.
Chasing a target of 112, Pakistan faced early jitters, losing their captain Sahibzada Farhan in the first over. Despite challenging periods, a remarkable 23-run over from Abdul Samad in the 10th over shifted the momentum decisively. This paved the way for Hasan Nawaz to seal the victory with a boundary in the 11.3 overs, securing a six-wicket win for Pakistan.
Pakistan now awaits the winner of the India vs. Sri Lanka semi-final. The gold-medal match is scheduled for October 3, 2026.
