Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, PTI Chairman Imran Khan, and other prominent politicians showered praise on the Pakistan cricket team over victory against India in a last-over Super Four thriller at the Asia Cup on Sunday, Pak Revenue reported.
Mohammad Rizwan hit an attacking 71 as Pakistan beat India by five wickets in a last-over Super Four thriller at the Asia Cup on Sunday.
Chasing 182 for victory, Pakistan achieved their target with one ball to spare in Dubai thanks to a key 73-run stand between Rizwan and Mohammad Nawaz (42).
In a statement, PM Shehbaz Sharif congratulated team green over the remarkable victory against India in the Asia Cup Super-Four thriller.
Former prime minister Imran Khan also congratulated Green Shirts for a great fight back and win against Men in Blue. “Congratulations Team Pakistan for a great fight back and win; and for keeping your nerve under pressure.”
“This was a much-needed morale booster for the nation at a difficult time,” he added.
Taking to her official Twitter handle, PML-N Vice President Maryam Nawaz also congratulated the team.
PCB chairman Ramiz Raja also took to Twitter and said: “Great game! Many are still amazed, dazed and a few gasping for breath…Pak was tested on many fronts including the most important one: temperament and came good with flying colours. Well done!”
