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Watch: After Injuring Najibullah Zadran With Bouncer, Ihsanullah's Heartwarming Post-Match Gesture

Pakistan registered a comfortable 66-run victory over Afghanistan in the third and final T20I of the three-match series on Monday, at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium. Despite ending up on the losing side, it was a moment to celebrate for Afghanistan as the Rashid Khan-led team bagged the series 2-1. Notably, in September 2022, both teams got into an ugly brawl on the same ground during their Asia Cup clash, which eventually led to a riot-like situation in the crowd in Sharjah. However, the fans got to witness a heartfelt moment on Monday as players of both teams exchanged warm hugs and handshakes and greeted each other with love after the match.

In Viral Video, Simon Doull, Aamer Sohail Clash Over Babar Azam's Strike-Rate On-Air

Pakistan captain Babr Azam isn't a part of the ongoing T20I series against Afghanistan, yet he has been the subject of raging topics in the commentary box. During the second T20I between Afghanistan and Pakistan on Sunday, Babar's 'strike-rate' was brought up in the commentary box again, leading to an intense discussion between Simon Doull and Aamer Sohail. The two former cricketers didn't budge from voicing their opinions while commentating on the match. While Doull said he preferred strike-rates, Sohail went for averages.

"If Kapil Dev Says...": Abdul Razzak Opens Up On Controversial Comments Regarding Hardik Pandya

Former Pakistan all-rounder Abdul Razzaq can be called controversy's "favourite child". Razzaq stays in the limelight with his harsh comments on players and teams. The 43-year-old cricketer, who played his last match for Pakistan in 2013, invited a lot of criticism after he stated that the India all-rounder Hardik Pandya is nowhere near Kapil Dev. However, Razzaq has made headlines once again but this time he opened up on his statement regarding Pandya and claimed that his words were wrongly portrayed by the critics.

Ihsanullah continues ascent as he sparkles in Pakistan’s consolation win over Afghanistan

Ihsanullah ensured Pakistan’s Sharjah experiment was not wasted as he helped them to a consolation win against Afghanistan on Monday.

On Babar Comparisons, Abdul Razzaq Underlines Area Where Kohli Is 'Way Better'

Two of the finest batters of this generation, Virat Kohli and Babar Azam have often been compared to each other. While Kohli has been at the top of his game for a long time, Babar has shown in the early phases of his career, that he is destined to be considered among the greats. While both batters have done wonders for their team over the years, former Pakistan all-rounder Abdul Razzaq has explained the area where Babar isn't as good as Kohli.

Shadab leads Pakistan's consolation T20I win, Afghanistan take series

Stand-in skipper Shadab Khan gave an all-round performance to guide Pakistan to a consolation 66-run win in the third and final Twenty20 international in Sharjah on Monday, but Afghanistan took the series 2-1.

"People Criticise Babar...": Shadab Khan's Explosive Take On Afghanistan Loss

Pakistan stand-in skipper and all-rounder Shadab Khan believes plenty of positives will come from his side's series loss to Afghanistan and the consistent efforts of experienced absentees Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan will be further appreciated when the star duo return to the national setup and said that there is always a "sword hanging over them of strike rate". Afghanistan stunned Pakistan by claiming their second victory and securing the three-match T20I series at Sharjah Cricket Stadium on Sunday. Babar and Rizwan were rested for the ongoing three-game series against Afghanistan in Sharjah as a host of players with less experience and fewer credentials were given a chance to shine in the absence of the ultra-reliable top-order pair.

Watch: "Out Of The Stadium" - Rahmanullah Gurbaz's 98m Six Leaves Everyone Stunned

It took a gritty batting performance from Rahmanullah Gurbaz to guide Afghanistan to a brilliant seven-wicket win over Pakistan in the second T20I encounter in Sharjah on Sunday. Gurbaz kept his calm to score 44 off 49 deliveries to ensure the victory for his side but his innings was not without exciting shots.

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Watch: After Injuring Najibullah Zadran With Bouncer, Ihsanullah's Heartwarming Post-Match Gesture

In Viral Video, Simon Doull, Aamer Sohail Clash Over Babar Azam's Strike-Rate On-Air

"If Kapil Dev Says...": Abdul Razzak Opens Up On Controversial Comments Regarding Hardik Pandya

Ihsanullah continues ascent as he sparkles in Pakistan’s consolation win over Afghanistan

On Babar Comparisons, Abdul Razzaq Underlines Area Where Kohli Is 'Way Better'

Shadab leads Pakistan's consolation T20I win, Afghanistan take series

"People Criticise Babar...": Shadab Khan's Explosive Take On Afghanistan Loss

Watch: "Out Of The Stadium" - Rahmanullah Gurbaz's 98m Six Leaves Everyone Stunned