“That win defines Pakistan”: PM Shehbaz Sharif congratulates team on thrilling victory over England in Lahore

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif congratulated the national cricket team after their thrilling one-wicket victory over England in the ODI tri-series match at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on Sunday. He praised the players for their hard work, determination and fighting spirit.

In a post on X, Sharif said, “Every run, every wicket and every catch showed the grit, discipline and fighting spirit that define Pakistan.” He praised the team for staying focused and fighting until the final moments of the match.

The Prime Minister also highlighted Shadab Khan’s century and his crucial last-wicket partnership with Haris Rauf, which helped Pakistan secure the win. He said the team’s performance had filled millions of Pakistanis with pride and happiness.

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PM Shehbaz Sharif lauds Pakistan Cricket Team after thrilling win over England at Lahore

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif praised the national cricket team after their thrilling victory over England in Lahore. In a post on X on Sunday, he said every run, wicket and catch showed the determination and fighting spirit that define Pakistan.

Sharif especially praised Shadab Khan for his outstanding century and his partnership with Haris Rauf in the final wicket. He said their efforts played a key role in helping Pakistan secure the win. The Prime Minister also praised the fans at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium, saying their support reflected the feelings of the entire nation.

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The Prime Minister added that the team’s performance had filled millions of Pakistanis with pride and happiness. He also praised Pakistan Cricket Board Chairman Mohsin Naqvi and his team for their efforts to strengthen cricket in the country and develop world-class grounds to host international matches.

What the Prime Minister said about Pakistan’s victory against England

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif congratulated the Pakistan cricket team on their thrilling victory over England in Lahore. In his post on X, he said, “Every run, every wicket and every catch showed the grit, discipline and fighting spirit that define Pakistan.” He praised the players for their determination and hard work.

Sharif also praised Shadab Khan’s century and his crucial last-wicket partnership with Haris Rauf. He said, “The last wicket partnership between Shadab and Haris turned the game around. Shadab's century was spectacular.” Their efforts helped Pakistan secure a thrilling win over England.

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The Prime Minister also praised the fans at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium, saying, “The roar of the Lahore crowd tonight was the voice of the whole nation.” He added that the victory had filled millions of hearts with pride and joy. Sharif also commended PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi and his team for their efforts to strengthen Pakistan cricket and prepare the country’s grounds to host world-class international matches.

How Pakistan beat England in Lahore: Key moments from the match

Pakistan pulled off a thrilling one-wicket victory over England in Lahore after chasing a target of 242 runs. The hosts were in serious trouble at 154/9, but Shadab Khan played a brilliant unbeaten knock of 113 off 96 balls to keep their hopes alive. Haris Rauf supported him as the pair guided Pakistan to 243/9 in 47.1 overs.

Shadab and Rauf added an unbeaten 89 runs for the 10th wicket, setting a new record for a last-wicket partnership in a successful ODI chase. Shadab was given out lbw on 97, but he reviewed the decision and survived after the replay showed an inside edge. Rauf then hit the winning boundary off Henry Crocombe, sealing the victory with 17 balls remaining.

England had earlier scored 241 runs in 46.4 overs, with Ben Duckett top-scoring with 105 off 111 balls. Shaheen Shah Afridi took four wickets for Pakistan, while Jamie Overton claimed three wickets during the chase. The defeat was another setback for England after their loss to Sri Lanka, leaving them close to elimination from the tri-series.

Brief Score:

England 241 (46.4 overs): Duckett 105 (111), Shaheen 4-46

Pakistan 243-9 (47.1 overs): Shadab 113* (96), Overton 3-43

Result: Pakistan won by one wicket