Abbas Afridi’s explosive batting display powered Pakistan to a thrilling victory over Kuwait in the Hong Kong Sixes tournament. The hard-hitting all-rounder smashed an unbeaten 55 runs off just 12 balls, featuring one boundary and eight massive sixes that turned the game on its head.
Batting first, Kuwait posted 123 for 2, but Pakistan’s top order responded in style, chasing down the target in just six overs. Openers Khawaja Nafay and Mohammad Shahzad provided a flying start with 34 runs in the first two overs.
Afridi then took charge, dismantling the bowling attack with his fierce hitting. Shahid Aziz sealed the win with a quickfire 23* off 5 balls, ensuring Pakistan’s dominance in the tournament.
This victory lifted Pakistan’s morale and highlighted Abbas Afridi as a rising star capable of changing the course of a match single-handedly in short-format cricket.
