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SHARJAH: Pakistan’s white-ball head coach, Mike Hesson, took to the social media platform ‘X’ to post a heartfelt message for the victims suffering due to the floods in Pakistan.
Pakistan claimed two successive victories in the UAE T20I triangular series. The Green Shirts opened their campaign against Afghanistan with a comprehensive 39-run victory courtesy of a clinical all-round performance.
After that, Pakistan defeated the hosts, the UAE, by 31 runs in a convincing manner, largely due to a solid batting performance.
For Pakistan, Saim Ayub and Hassan Nawaz starred with the bat, scoring brisk half-centuries which powered them to a commanding total of 207 runs.
In reply, the UAE fell short despite late fireworks from Asia Khan, who made 77 off just 35 balls.
For Pakistan, Hasan Ali claimed three wickets and Mohammad Nawaz picked up two wickets, bowling an economical four-over spell.
Following the victories, Mike Hesson prayed for the safety of people affected by the Flood in Pakistan.
“These back-to-back wins are dedicated to everyone affected by the floods in Pakistan. Some people are really struggling, and we are praying for safety and strength for all those affected back in Pakistan,” he wrote.
For the uninitiated, Pakistan will face Afghanistan on Tuesday, September 2, before squaring off against the UAE two days later.
It is noteworthy to mention that the tri-series serves as a launching pad for the teams to prepare for and acclimatise to the conditions ahead of the eight-team ACC Men’s T20 Asia Cup, scheduled to take place in the UAE from 9 to 28 September.
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