Mohammad Rizwan, Fakhar Zaman won the highest wicket series for Pakistan vs Ireland in 2nd T20I

In the second T20I of Pakistan tour of Ireland 2024held at Castle Avenue, Babar AzamThe men bounced back with a convincing win to level the series with the home team.

Ireland post a competitive 193/7 on the scoreboard

Electing to bowl first after winning the toss, Pakistan’s bowlers faced a major challenge as Ireland posted 193/7 in their 20 overs. Lorcan Tucker led the scoring with an impressive knock of 51 runs off 34 balls, supported by key contributions from Harry Tector (32 runs off 28 balls) and Gareth Delany (28 runs off 10 balls). However, Pakistan’s bowling attack is leading the way Shaheen Afridi (3 wickets for 49 runs) and Abbas Afridi (2 wickets for 33 runs), managed to limit the Irish batting average.

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Mohammad Rizwan takes Pakistan over the wire

In reply, Pakistan showed their batting prowess, chasing a target of 194 runs easily in 16.5 overs, courtesy of stellar plays Mohammad Rizwan again Fakhar Zaman. Rizwan’s knock of 75 runs from 46 balls, supported by Zaman’s 78 runs from 40 balls, gave Pakistan victory. Azam Khan30 runs from 10 balls propelled the Pakistani innings.

Despite Ireland’s efforts with football, he has seen Mark Adair, Graham Hume again Ben White each taking a wicket, Pakistan’s batsmen dominated the matches, securing a seven-wicket victory and leveling the series.

For his exceptional batting display, Mohammad Rizwan was named Player of the Match, highlighting his impact in guiding Pakistan to victory.

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With the series level at 1-1, both teams will enter the third T20I with everything to play for. Cricket fans can expect another exciting encounter as Ireland and Pakistan return to the same venue on Tuesday, May 14.