Our shot-making was poor: Hong Kong skipper Nizakat Khan after loss to Pakistan
Sep 03, 2022
Sharjah [UAE], September 3 : Following his side's disappointing 155-run loss to Pakistan in the ongoing Asia Cup, Hong Kong captain Nizakat Khan said that his side's shot-making was poor.
Mohammad Rizwan's unbeaten 78 followed by Shadab Khan's four-wicket haul guided Pakistan to a massive 155 runs victory over Hong Kong in the ongoing Asia Cup 2022 here at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium on Friday.
"Lots of learning from these two games. Must give credit to Pakistan. Their bowling was phenomenal. Our shot-making was poor," said Nizakhat in a post-match presentation.
With this victory, Pakistan has qualified for the Super Four stage of the tournament, setting another blockbuster clash against India for Sunday.
Coming to the match, put to bat first by Hong Kong, Pakistan posted a powerful 193/2 in their 20 overs. After the fall of Azam (9) early in the innings, Mohammed Rizwan (78*) and Fakhar Zaman (53) rebuild the innings with their half-centuries and a 116-run stand among themselves. Then, perfect finishing touches were delivered by batter Khushdil Shah (35*), who hit four sixes in the final over to guide Pakistanis to a 190-plus score.
Chasing 194, Hong Kong never looked like a threat. None of the Hong Kong players was successful in getting to double digits.
Captain Nizakat Khan was the highest scorer for his team with eight runs as his team was bundled out for a mere 38 runs, giving Pakistan a 155-run win.
Spinner Shadab Khan did the most damage to Hong Kong, taking 4/8 in 2.4 overs. Mohammad Nawaz also took 3/5 in two overs with his spin. Pacer Naseem Shah (2/7) and Shahnawaz Dahani (1/7) also delivered fine performances for Pakistan.
Mohammed Rizwan was named as 'Man of the Match' for his knock of 78*.
