Pakistan won the IMC Over 40s Cricket World Cup after defeating Australia by one wicket in a thrilling final in Guyana.
Led by captain Junaid Khalil Nainitalwala, Pakistan chased down Australia’s target of 282, finishing at 282 for nine in 44.5 overs to secure the title.
Batting first, Australia scored 281 for six in their allotted 45 overs. Greg Hunt led the scoring with 103 runs.
For Pakistan, Fareed-ud-Din took four wickets, while Waseem Ali claimed two.
Akmal, Mansoor lead Pakistan’s chase
Pakistan’s run chase was anchored by Adnan Akmal, who scored 83, and Javed Mansoor, who contributed 62.
Tariq Mahmood added 41 runs, while Fareed-ud-Din and Waseem Ali scored 24 and 22 respectively.
Pakistan were nine wickets down and needed a decisive contribution to cross the line. Captain Junaid Khalil Nainitalwala struck the winning shot to seal the one-wicket victory.
For Australia, Jamie Panelli took four wickets and Braden Edwood claimed two.
