Fakhar Zaman becomes first Pakistani to hit 100 sixes in T20 Internationals
“Fakhar Zaman became the first Pakistani to hit 100 sixes in men’s T20Is against Sri Lanka but Pakistan suffered an eight-wicket defeat in the final match. RAWALP…”
RRAWALPINDI —Pakistan’s experienced opener Fakhar Zaman achieved a major milestone in the third and final T20 International against Sri Lanka, becoming the first Pakistani batter to hit 100 sixes in men’s T20I cricket. The 36-year-old reached the landmark at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium by hitting Sri Lankan fast bowler Binura Fernando for a six over deep midwicket.
Fakhar had struck 99 sixes before the match and needed just one more to reach the historic milestone. However, his celebration was short-lived as he was dismissed by Eshan Malinga after scoring 12 runs off seven deliveries.
Meanwhile, Sri Lanka secured an eight-wicket victory, with an impressive batting performance from Kusal Mendis helping the visitors chase down Pakistan’s target.
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