
Pakistan Defeats England in ODI Tri-Series Opener
Pakistan triumphed over England in their opening match of the one-day tri-series held in Rawalpindi, marking England's first ODI loss in Pakistan since 2005. The hosts posted a total of 302-9, bolstered by Hasan Nawaz's 79 and Arafat Minhas's 59.
England struggled in their response, collapsing to 215 all out in 38.4 overs. Arafat Minhas excelled with the ball, taking 6 wickets for 40 runs, contributing significantly to England's downfall. The match saw England drop three catches, including a crucial one off Arafat, which allowed Pakistan to build their innings.
This defeat puts Pakistan in a strong position in the tri-series with two wins, while England will look to rebound against Sri Lanka in their next match. The game serves as an early test for England as they prepare for the upcoming World Cup.