Asia Cup: Pakistan beat Afghanistan by 72 runs

Asia Cup: Pakistan beat Afghanistan by 72 runs
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Summary Afghanistan fail to chase the target of 249 runs in the third game of Asia Cup.

Fatullah (Web Desk) – Brave and Sensible batting from Umar Akmal helped Pakistan to win their first match at Asia Cup 2014.

Afghanistan choose to bowl first after winning the toss and their decision proves very well when they got out six Pakistani batsmen for just 117 runs.

After that Umar Akmal scores his brilliant second ODI century that helps Pakistan to score a suitable total.

Ahmad Shehzad, Sharjeel Khan and Anwar Ali was the top scorers after Umar Akmal.

In reply Afghanistan began well, but they completely stalled against the combined prowess of Saeed Ajmal and Shahid Afridi and bowled out for just 176 runs.

Pakistan not only win the match but also gained the Bonus point.
 

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