In the opening one-day clash between the Pakistan Shaheens and England Lions, the visitors secured a dominant nine-wicket victory.
Pakistan Shaheens posted a total of 152 runs in 38.3 overs, with Abdul Samad top-scoring with 44 off 57 balls. Harrison was the pick of the bowlers for England Lions, taking 3 wickets for 37 runs. Other notable contributions came from S. Khan (21), S. Baig (18), and Shamyl (18). Coles and Baker chipped in with 2 wickets each, while Revis claimed 1.
Chasing 153 for victory, England Lions achieved the target comfortably in 24.2 overs, finishing at 154 for 1. Tribe led the chase with 52 runs off 64 balls, while Rew remained unbeaten on 48 off 41 deliveries. McKinney added 42 runs, and Sufyan took 1 wicket for 51 runs in 7.2 overs.
The comprehensive win highlighted the England Lions’ clinical performance with both bat and ball, giving them a strong start to the series.
