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In a high-intensity India vs Pakistan clash at the Dubai International Stadium, Axar Patel and Kuldeep Yadav have turned the game in India’s favor by dismantling Pakistan’s batting lineup. Mohammad Rizwan’s century stand with Saud Shakeel gave Pakistan a strong foundation, but once Axar Patel removed Rizwan, wickets began to tumble quickly.

Pakistan’s Collapse: Key Wickets Fall

  • Hardik Pandya dismissed Babar Azam early, just when Pakistan was settling in.
  • Axar Patel’s brilliance in the field sent Imam-ul-Haq packing with a direct hit.
  • Kuldeep Yadav struck twice in two balls, removing Salman Agha and Shaheen Afridi to leave Pakistan in deep trouble at 210/7 after 44.4 overs.
  • Jadeja cleaned up Tayyab Tahir, and Pandya dismissed Shakeel, further denting Pakistan’s hopes.

Key Match Moments – Pakistan’s Innings Recap

Pakistan started strong with Babar Azam in good touch.
Rizwan and Shakeel stitched a crucial 100-run stand.
Axar Patel bowled Rizwan, breaking the partnership.
Kuldeep and Jadeja ran through the middle order, leaving Pakistan struggling.

Live Score Update (44.4 Overs)

Pakistan – 210/7
Naseem Shah & Khushdil Shah at the crease
Kuldeep Yadav on fire with two wickets in two balls

India’s Bowling Performance

Axar Patel – Direct hit run-out & key wickets
Kuldeep Yadav – 2 wickets in 2 balls, breaking Pakistan’s middle order
Hardik Pandya & Jadeja – Crucial breakthroughs

Toss Update & Team News

  • Pakistan won the toss and chose to bat first.
  • Pakistan is without Fakhar Zaman, who was ruled out due to an injury. Imam-ul-Haq replaced him in the squad.
  • India is coming off a strong win against Bangladesh, while Pakistan faced a crushing defeat to New Zealand in their first game.

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