The ongoing T20 series between Pakistan and West Indies is witnessing thrilling action. In the third T20 match played in Lauderhill, Pakistan's opener Sahibzada Farhan played such an innings that it has stirred the cricket world.
Sports News: The wait for Babar Azam, one of Pakistan's most successful T20 batsmen, to return to the national team may be extended. Babar Azam was not included in the squad for the recent three-match T20 series against the West Indies. Opener Sahibzada Farhan, who was included in the team in his place, has taken full advantage of this opportunity.
Sahibzada Farhan's Explosive Entry in Place of Babar Azam
Former Pakistan captain and star batsman Babar Azam has been rested for the three-match T20 series against the West Indies. Sahibzada Farhan was entrusted with the responsibility of opening in his place. In the third T20 match, Farhan proved with his bat that he has now become a contender for a permanent place in the team.
Sahibzada Farhan opened the innings with Saim Ayub and played a fiery innings of 74 runs off 53 balls. During his innings, he smashed 5 sixes and 3 fours. After playing cautiously at the start, Farhan unleashed an attack on the West Indian bowlers as soon as he settled on the crease. His innings is a sign that Pakistan may have found a b alternative to Babar Azam.
Farhan and Ayub's Record Partnership
Pakistan won the toss and decided to bat first in the third T20 match. The openers justified the captain's decision. Sahibzada Farhan and Saim Ayub forged a brilliant partnership of 138 runs for the first wicket. Ayub also played a crucial innings of 66 runs off 49 balls, which included 4 fours and 2 sixes.
However, the middle order could not capitalize much after the opening pair was dismissed. Despite this, Pakistan managed to post a b score of 189 runs for the loss of 4 wickets in 20 overs.
West Indies' Bowling Remained Lackluster
The match was challenging for the West Indies, especially in terms of bowling. Jason Holder, who performed brilliantly in the second T20, could not do much in this match. He conceded 34 runs in his 4-over spell and took only one wicket. Meanwhile, Shamar Joseph proved to be very expensive. He gave away 57 runs in 4 overs and took only one wicket. Roston Chase also took a wicket, but Pakistan's openers kept all the West Indian bowlers under pressure.
After Sahibzada Farhan's performance, the discussion has intensified as to whether Babar Azam will now have to work harder to maintain his place in the T20 team. The confidence with which Farhan batted could be a warning bell even for an experienced player like Babar.
