Rizwan and Salman Create History with Record-Breaking Stand
In a thrilling ODI against South Africa, Mohammad Rizwan and Agha Salman set a new record for Pakistan’s highest partnership in a chase, scoring 260 runs. Salman smashed 134 off 103 balls, while Rizwan remained unbeaten on 122 off 128. Their heroic stand helped Pakistan chase 353 with an over to spare, surpassing the previous record of 228* set in 2011.
The third match of the Tri-Nation Series saw a historic run chase by Pakistan, with Mohammad Rizwan and Agha Salman forming a record-breaking 260-run partnership to secure a six-wicket victory over South Africa in Karachi. Chasing a daunting 353, Pakistan was in trouble early, losing three wickets within 11 overs. However, Rizwan (122* off 128) and Salman (134 off 103) anchored the chase brilliantly, surpassing Pakistan’s previous highest ODI chase partnership of 228* set by Imran Farhat and Mohammad Hafeez in 2011.
South Africa, led by Heinrich Klaasen (87) and Matthew Breetzke (83), posted a formidable 352/5, but their bowlers failed to contain the Pakistani duo. Lungi Ngidi, Corbin Bosch, and Wiaan Mulder struggled as Rizwan and Salman accelerated in the middle overs, sealing victory with an over to spare.
Highest Partnerships for Pakistan in ODI Chases
| Partner 1 | Partner 2 | Runs | Opponent | Venue | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mohammad Rizwan | Agha Salman | 260 | South Africa | Karachi | 2025 |
| Imran Farhat | Mohammad Hafeez | 228* | Zimbabwe | Harare | 2011 |
| Inzamam-ul-Haq | Mohammad Naved | 219 | Sri Lanka | Sharjah | 2001 |
| Mohammad Yousuf | Shoaib Malik | 200* | Sri Lanka | Karachi | 2004 |
| Kamran Akmal | Misbah-ul-Haq | 198* | Australia | Abu Dhabi | 2009 |
This record-breaking stand not only secured Pakistan’s win but also reinforced Rizwan and Salman as key middle-order players. Their controlled aggression and precise shot selection ensured a clinical chase, setting a new benchmark for future Pakistani run chases. With this momentum, Pakistan heads into the tournament final with high confidence and a strengthened batting lineup.
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