Pakistan Clinches T20I Series with 57-Run Win over Bangladesh in Lahore

Pakistan secured a 2-0 lead in the three-match T20I series against Bangladesh with a commanding 57-run victory in the second match at Lahore's Gaddafi Stadium. Opener Sahibzada Farhan starred with a blistering 74 off 41 balls, supported by Mohammad Haris and Hasan Nawaz, helping Pakistan post a formidable 201-6. Bangladesh's chase faltered despite a valiant 50 off 31 balls by Tanzim Hasan Sakib, as Pakistan bowlers, led by Abrar Ahmed's 3-19, consistently took wickets to restrict the visitors to 144. Pakistan's balanced team effort, including contributions from captain Salman Ali Agha and other bowlers, underscored their dominance, even without some senior stars. Bangladesh, missing key pacers like Shoriful Islam due to injury, struggled with inconsistency in both batting and bowling, though there were flashes of promise from players like Litton Das and emerging bowlers. With the series nearly sealed, Bangladesh aims to avoid a clean sweep in the final match, while Pakistan continues to build momentum under new coach Mike Hesson.