Abhishek’s blazing 61 puts India in command

Summary

• India reached 133 for four after 14 overs against Pakistan in the Asian Games men’s cricket final in Nisshin, Japan.
• India reached 103 for three after nine overs.
• India are attempting to retain the Asian Games men’s cricket title, while Pakistan are seeking their first men’s cricket gold medal in the competition.

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India reached 133 for four after 14 overs against Pakistan in the Asian Games men’s cricket final in Nisshin, Japan.

Abhishek Sharma provided the early fireworks with a rapid 61 from just 28 balls. His innings included three fours and seven sixes at a strike rate of 217.85.

Pakistan eventually ended his attacking stay at the crease. Arafat Minhas had Abhishek stumped by wicketkeeper Usman Khan after the left-hander had threatened to take the game away from Pakistan.