Pakistan’s Mohammad Rizwan made headlines during the Cricket World Cup match against Bangladesh by asking the opposing batter, Taskin Ahmed, if he was out before making a decision on a DRS call. Pakistan had been struggling in the tournament, with four consecutive losses, and needed a win to keep their hopes of reaching the semi-finals alive. They achieved that with a convincing seven-wicket victory over Bangladesh.
Pakistan’s bowlers played a crucial role in restricting Bangladesh to a modest total of 204. Shaheen Afridi and Mohammad Wasim Jr starred with three wickets each. However, it was Rizwan’s amusing moment that caught everyone’s attention. In the 43rd over, Afridi bowled a delivery to Ahmed that seemed to brush off his pads. While captain Babar Azam turned down Rizwan’s appeal for a DRS review, Rizwan was so desperate to get a wicket that he asked Ahmed where the ball had hit.
The incident was captured on camera and quickly went viral on social media. Fans and cricket enthusiasts found Rizwan’s interaction with Ahmed hilarious, dubbing it the “Rizwan Review System.” Despite the comical moment, Pakistan remained focused on their objective and ultimately secured a much-needed victory.
Fakhar Zaman and Abdullah Shafique played pivotal roles in Pakistan’s successful chase. Zaman scored 81 runs, while Shafique contributed 68. Rizwan, who had earlier made the amusing DRS inquiry, finished the match unbeaten on 26 runs. Mehidy Hasan Miraz was the standout performer for Bangladesh, taking three wickets.
With this win, Pakistan ended their losing streak and climbed to fifth place in the points table with six points. However, their chances of reaching the World Cup semi-finals still depend on winning their remaining matches against New Zealand and England, as well as other teams’ results.
Bangladesh, on the other hand, saw their dreams of reaching the semi-finals fade away with this defeat. Despite their efforts, they were unable to defend their total of 204 against Pakistan’s strong batting lineup.
Overall, it was an entertaining match that showcased Pakistan’s determination to stay in the tournament and break their losing streak. The amusing incident involving Rizwan added an extra element of humor to the game, making it a memorable moment for cricket fans worldwide.
