After signing off the Multan and Lahore legs by clinching comfortable victories against Nepal and Bangladesh, the Pakistan national cricket team will touchdown Sri Lanka tomorrow (Thursday).
The cricket teams of Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh will leave Lahore for Colombo via chartered plane.
Pakistan players will take rest on Friday and start practice sessions on Saturday ahead of the high-octane clash against India on September 10.
– Saeed Ajmal praises Babar Azam-inspired Pakistan –
Former Pakistan spinner Saeed Ajmal on Wednesday hailed the Babar Azam-inspired side’s complete performance against Bangladesh in the seventh match of the Asia Cup at Gaddafi Stadium.
Taking to X, formerly known as Twitter, Ajmal praised Pakistan for signing off their home leg with a comfortable victory against Bangladesh.
Congratulations to Pakistan on its convincing victory against Bangladesh. The spectacular performances by our pacers once again," Ajmal said.
He also praised Pakistan opener Imamul Haq and wicketkeeper Mohammad Rizwan for showing brilliance with the bat. "Our batters, Imam and Rizwan, performed wonderfully as well and led Pakistan to an easy victory," he added.
Ajmal wished Pakistan the best of luck for their next outing against India on September 10.
– Imam, Rauf power Pakistan to victory –
Imamul Haq's enterprising 84-ball 78 and Haris Rauf's (4-19) bowling brilliance steered Pakistan to a comfortable seven-wicket victory against Bangladesh in the seventh match of the tournament.