In a pulse‑pounding finish, Pakistan edged England by a single wicket, chasing 242 in Lahore. Shadab Khan stayed unbeaten on 113, striking 13 fours and five sixes, while Haris Rauf added a blistering 7 off 19, together forging the 89‑run stand that tops the record for a last‑wicket chase.
When Pakistan were 154‑9, a single ball could have sealed the game. Shadab was given out lbw with 21 needed, but a replay saved him. He and Rauf then turned the tide, batting the rest of the innings and forcing an England over‑run.
Shadab, named Player of the Match, praised Rauf’s support, saying he guided him and that their banter kept spirits high. The two were talking more than cricket, a fact that seemed to ignite the partnership.
England had been rattled by Afridi’s four‑for‑46, dropping Tom Banton and Joe Root early, but managed 241 through Ben Duckett’s 105. The hosts’ bowlers faltered as dew settled, easing Pakistan’s task.
Pakistan now heads to the tri‑series final, while England must regroup before their next fixture against Sri Lanka.