23 years later: Pakistan recreate India's Lord's magic with record-equalling chase
Pakistan secured a historic victory against Sri Lanka in the ODI tri-series final, successfully chasing a target of 326 runs. Led by Fakhar Zaman's century, the team equaled the record for the highest successful chase in an ODI final, a feat previously set by India in 2002.
Why it matters
This victory marks a significant milestone for Pakistan cricket, ending a long drought for an ODI tri-series title and drawing historical parallels to one of the most iconic matches in the sport's history.
Pakistan produced a memorable run chase to beat Sri Lanka by three wickets in the One-Day International tri-series final in Lahore on Saturday. Fakhar Zaman led the charge with a brilliant century as the hosts chased down a target of 326 with nine balls to spare.Pakistan finished on 331 for seven in 48.3 overs to register the joint-highest successful chase in an ODI final.Pakistan equalled India's famous record against England in the 2002 NatWest Series final at Lord's.The victory also ended Pakistan's long wait for an ODI tri-series title.
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