In their Asia Cup encounter at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Pakistan made history by posting their highest powerplay score against India in T20I cricket, reaching 55 runs. Sahibzada Farhan was the top scorer with 29 runs, while Fakhar Zaman added 15 and Saim Ayub contributed 9.
The batters collectively hit nine fours, finishing with a strike rate of 143.24. Their brisk approach maintained a run rate of 9.16, built through six singles, four doubles, and a sharp three-run effort.
Pakistan’s previous highest powerplay score against India in a T20I was 54, which was achieved in Ahmedabad back in 2012. In contrast, India’s best powerplay performance in the rivalry came in Dubai in 2022, when they powered to 62 runs in the opening six overs.
This was a much-needed start to the high-voltage clash, especially after Pakistan had lost their previous group stage match. Following the energetic start, fans took to social media to praise the team.
“Attacking powerplay,” wrote one user.
“Pakistan lay a strong platform,” said another.
A third chimed in, “A brisk start in the Powerplay.”
