Babar Blitz Fires Pakistan Past Kolhan in Five-Over Thriller

Pakistan produced a sensational chase to defeat Kolhan by eight wickets in a frantic five-over contest, reaching 67-2 in just 4.4 overs after Kolhan posted 66-3 from their allotted five overs. Babar Azam was the architect of the victory, smashing 63 from only 21 balls. His innings featured one four and seven sixes, turning a tight target into a Pakistan charge that never lost momentum. Babar’s explosive hitting provided the decisive difference in a match where every delivery carried weight. Kolhan had earlier been lifted by Murli Marsal Birua, who struck 50 from 16 balls, including two fours and six sixes. Jack Robinson added nine from five deliveries as Kolhan reached a competitive total in the short-format sprint. Murli also claimed one wicket for nine runs from his over, while Prabhat Boipai took one for 25 in two overs. Haris Rauf was named Player of the Match after making a major impact with the ball. He returned three wickets for 18 runs from two overs, restricting Kolhan’s scoring opportunities before Pakistan’s batting surge completed the chase. Rauf contributed one run from three balls, but his bowling proved crucial in setting up Pakistan’s commanding finish.