- Pakistan loses openers Fakhar Zaman (14) and Imam ul Haq (5) in the opening overs against Nepal.
- Mohammad Rizwan and Babar Azam aim to stabilize Pakistan’s innings after the early wickets.
- Pakistan’s Babar Azam wins toss, chooses to bat in the Asia Cup opener hosted in Multan.
In the Asia Cup 2023 clash between Pakistan and Nepal, Pakistan’s openers faced early setbacks, with Fakhar Zaman exiting after scoring 14, and Imam ul Haq removed for 5 within seven overs. Presently, Mohammad Rizwan and Babar Azam stand undefeated at the crease. Pakistan’s skipper, Babar Azam, won the toss, electing to bat in the tournament’s opener held in Multan.
Notably, Pakistan enters the competition on the back of a triumphant 3-0 series sweep against Afghanistan in Sri Lanka. The Asian cricket extravaganza is being hosted by Sri Lanka, as India opted out of traveling to Pakistan. Pakistan’s squad boasts a formidable lineup, featuring captain Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, and Shaheen Afridi.
On the other side, Nepal pins hopes on their star spinner Sandeep Lamichhane for a stellar performance. As the early overs unfold, all eyes are on Rizwan and Azam to steady the innings and set a solid foundation for Pakistan’s campaign in the Asia Cup.