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EnglishPakistan Wins T20 World Cup Opener Against Netherlands
In a thrilling start to the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, Pakistan defeated the Netherlands, chasing down a target of 148 runs with three wickets and three balls to spare. Captain Agha Salman praised Faheem Ashraf's explosive 29 runs, while Dutch captain Scott Edwards noted that a few more runs could have turned the tide. Pakistan's next challenge is against the United States on February 12.
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Quick rundown
1.Pakistan edge past the Netherlands in a nerve-wracking finish.
2.Faheem Ashraf's 29* off 11 deliveries turned the game on its head.
3.Agha Salman praises the team and stresses finishing games when set.
4.Next up: USA vs Pakistan in Colombo and Netherlands vs Namibia in Delhi.
5.Hard work and late-game grit continue to define Pakistan's winning formula.
