Pakistan had a strong start in the three-match series, securing a convincing victory in the first game against Afghanistan with a comfortable lead of 142 runs.
The standout performer was Haris Rauf, who displayed an exceptional performance by claiming five wickets while giving away just 18 runs. This stellar effort led to Afghanistan being dismissed for a mere 59 runs.
Haris Rauf’s remarkable bowling display garnered significant attention, particularly his delivery that resulted in the dismissal of Rashid Khan. This pivotal moment occurred during the 16th over of the innings. Haris delivered a well-pitched ball of good length on the fifth delivery.
The ball moved away from Rashid Khan, evading his attempted shot, and ultimately struck the top of the off-stump at a rapid pace of 146 km/h. The dislodged bails signaled Rashid Khan’s departure to the pavilion.
Pace, yaar 🔥 #AFGvPAK pic.twitter.com/ZAr6BXktMz
— FanCode (@FanCode) August 22, 2023
The Twitter community showered praise on Haris for his exceptional bowling skills, and their admiration echoed across social media platforms.