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PAK vs AFG: Jubilant Pakistanis are all praises for green shirts after nail-biting victory

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Everyone from the top brass congratulated the nation

(Web Desk) – The nerve wrecking nail biter between Pakistan and Afghanistan in the World Cup 2019 came to an end with the men in green on top, heading up the points table among the top four teams.

The nation rejoiced the victory with smiles flying around from one corner to another over the last over finish. Imad Wasim was the man of the match who sailed Pakistan’s ship to victory with a 49 not out.

The winning moments in the stands were exhilarating.

Pakistani fans who endured every ball in the Leeds ground sang ‘Dil Dil Pakistan’

 

Everyone from the top brass including the Prime Minister, DGISPR, politicians and celebrities congratulated the nation for the thrilling victory, bouncing back after a dismal start.

The premier tweeted.

‘Congratulations to the Pakistan team for keeping their nerve under pressure and in the end winning against Afghanistan. I also especially want to congratulate Afghanistan for the grit and determination with which they played against Pakistan today & against India earlier.’

DGISPR thanked Allah Almighty for the win and tweeted.

‘Alhamdulillah.’

Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi showered praise and encouraged the team for one more win and then off to the semi-finals.

‘Well Done Green Shirts. Exceptional fight back by the Afghan team. One more to go and then we re through to the semis. With belief & determination we can and we will. Insha Allah. #WeHaveWeWill,’ he added.

Babar Awan tweeted.

‘Imad Wasim, Wahab and team, you kept your "Parcham-e-Sitara-o-Hilal" high. Best of luck for the next one. #PAKvAFG .’

 

CM Punjab Usman Buzdar tweeted.

Governor Punjab Chaudhry Mohammad Sarwar stated.

Ali Zafar tweeted.

‘What was that?!!!! Missed a heart beat and then the pump! Kamaaal #pakistan. #CWC19 #PakVsAfghan’

Mawra Hocane congratulated the entire team.

‘And a Winning FOUR #PakvAFG @simadwasim @WahabViki & the entire team! #ALHUMDULILLAH

Shaniera Akram wife of Wasim Akram stated.

‘I think it would be wise if they show a disclaimer before any Pakistan match from now on, advising viewers that watching the following telecast could have serious affects on your health, because that was a #HeartStopper #CWC19 #PAKvAFG #Rollercoaster ,’ she added.

Wasim Akram tweeted.

@iamshaniera Love, I’m on my way home but have decided to take an ambulance just in case !#PAKvAFG

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Saadia Ali

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