Pakistan give target of 269 runs to Afghanistan in 3rd ODI
Pakistan give target of 269 runs to Afghanistan in 3rd ODI On this eventful day of August 26, 2023, the cricket world stands still as Pakistan and Afghanistan lock horns in a pivotal showdown at Colombo's R. Premadasa Stadium. The excitement is palpable, as both teams vie for supremacy in the final one-day international (ODI) match of this series. Amidst the echoing cheers of fans, Pakistan's Men in Green take the stage, embarking on a mission to set a challenging target for their Afghan counterparts. The scoreboard reads 269 runs, a testament to their determination to conquer this match. The graceful batting of Mohammad Rizwan and Babar Azam orchestrates a symphony of elegant fifties, guiding Pakistan to a final score of 268-8 in their allocated 50 overs. But this encounter holds much more than just another victory. Pakistan's series lead of 2-0 serves as a stepping stone, propelling them towards a grand aspiration. A triumphant victory today wouldn't just secure the...