Pakistan kicks off IBSA World Games with win over India

Pakistan made a triumphant start in the IBSA World Games as they secured an impressive 18-run victory over India in a match held in Birmingham on a Sunday.

The visually impaired cricket team of Pakistan, who were asked to bat, managed to score 187 runs for the loss of 8 wickets within the stipulated 20 overs. Muhammad Salman showcased a remarkable performance, contributing 50 runs from 31 deliveries, while the team's captain, Nisar Ali, scored 46 runs off 33 balls, and Badar Munir added another 37 runs from 24 deliveries.

India's Ajay Kumar Reddy demonstrated his skills by taking four wickets, while three Pakistani batsmen were dismissed by Nakula Badanayak.

In response, the Indian team was confined to a total of 169 runs for the loss of 7 wickets within the allocated 20 overs.

At a certain point, India required 38 runs from the last three overs, but Matiullah's exceptional 18th over proved pivotal, conceding a mere four runs. During this over, India's batting lineup faced a downfall, losing three wickets, including one due to a run-out, causing them to collapse from 150/3 to 154/6.

Sunil Ramesh of India managed to score 62 runs, and Durga Rao Tompaki contributed 40 runs to their team's total.

Pakistan's Matiullah emerged as a key player, securing two wickets, while five Indian batters were dismissed due to run-outs.

 The next game for Pakistan is scheduled against Bangladesh on Tuesday.