Pakistan defeated Afghanistan in the final | Pak vs Afghanistan | T20 Tri-Series Final

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 The thrilling cricket final between Pakistan and Afghanistan has just concluded, with Pakistan emerging victorious.

The Men in Green displayed a dominant performance, outclassing Afghanistan in all departments of the game. Pakistan’s top-order batsmen laid a strong foundation, while the bowlers kept their composure in the death overs to seal the win.

Fans inside the stadium and across Pakistan erupted in celebration as the team lifted the championship trophy. Social media platforms instantly flooded with congratulatory posts, praising Pakistan’s spirited performance and unity on the field.

Cricket analysts described the victory as a significant morale booster for the national team ahead of upcoming international fixtures. Meanwhile, Afghan players were lauded for their fighting spirit and competitive display throughout the tournament.

Match Recap: Pakistan vs Afghanistan Final — Runs & Highlights

• Pakistan batted first, posting a total of 141 for 8 in 20 overs.
• Fakhar Zaman led the effort with 27 runs, supported by Saim Ayub (17), Salman Agha (24), Hasan Nawaz (15), Mohammad Nawaz (25), and Faheem Ashraf (15). 
• In response, Afghanistan collapsed to 32 for 6 in about 7 overs, as Mohammad Nawaz grabbed a hat-trick and finished with 4 wickets.

Summary Table:

Team	Innings Runs	Notable Performances
Pakistan	141/8 (20)	Fakhar Zaman 27, Mohammad Nawaz key contributor
Afghanistan	32/6 (inside powerplay)	Nawaz’s hat-trick (3 wickets), 4 total wickets

Pakistan’s bowlers completely dismantled Afghanistan's chase — the match was effectively sealed inside the powerplay.