Opener sahibzada farhan

T20 World Cup: Opener Sahibzada Farhan’s blistering 73 at the top of the order, followed by a controlled bowling effort, powered Pakistan to a convincing 32-run victory over the USA in their Group A clash of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup at the Sinhalese Sports Club in Colombo on Tuesday.

Put in to bat, Pakistan posted a competitive 190/9, riding on Farhan’s explosive strokeplay and a crucial third-wicket partnership with captain Babar Azam. The target proved beyond the USA, who finished on 158/8 despite spirited resistance from Shayan Jahangir and Shubham Ranjane.

Pakistan began brightly through openers Saim Ayub and Farhan, who added 54 for the first wicket to provide early momentum. While Ayub departed for a brisk 19, Farhan took control of the innings with an array of confident strokes, repeatedly clearing the infield and the ropes. His 73 came off just 41 deliveries and included six fours and five sixes, setting the tone for a high-scoring effort.