PAK vs AFG, 2nd ODI 2023: Stats Preview of Players' Records and Approaching Milestones

Afghanistan and Pakistan will play the second ODI of the three-match series on August 24 at the the Mahinda Rajapaksa International Stadium in Hambantota. A scintillating performance by Haris Rauf led to Pakistan dominating the Afghan team in the first ODI as they were all out for a mere 59 runs. Consequently, Pakistan secured a resounding victory, winning a substantial margin of 142 runs. With this triumph, Pakistan have positioned themselves favorably to clinch the series in the upcoming second ODI.

Imam-ul-Haq displayed his batting prowess, crafting a solid 61 off 94 to guide Pakistan beyond the 200-run mark. On the other hand, Afghanistan's bowling unit showcased its strength as Fazalhaq Farooqi claimed the initial wicket in his very first over, while Mujeeb Ur Rahman dismissed Babar Azam without allowing him to score. Mohammad Rizwan managed 21 runs before falling to Mujeeb. As the innings concluded, Mujeeb took three wickets, while Rashid and Nabi each secured two, containing Pakistan to 201.

Afghanistan faced a daunting challenge as the formidable pace attack of Naseem Shah and Shaheen Afridi shattered their top-order, leaving them struggling at 4/3. Remarkably, three of their top four batsmen were dismissed for a duck. Subsequently, Rauf wreaked havoc with a remarkable spell of 5/18 as Afghanistan were bowled out for a mere 59, their second lowest total in ODI history. 

However, Afghanistan remains determined to mount a strong comeback in the second ODI, aiming to level the series and maintain the excitement for the eventual series decider – the 3rd ODI.

Here are some important stats and numbers ahead of the 2nd ODI between Pakistan and Afghanistan:

Head-to-Head: Both teams have met on five occasions, with Pakistan winning all five times. In Sri Lanka, both teams have met only once, with Pakistan winning that game.

5 - Hashmatullah Shahidi (195) needs 5 more fours to complete 200 fours in international cricket.

160 - Rahmanullah Gurbaz (1840) requires 160 more runs to reach the milestone of 2000 runs in international cricket.

10 - Najibullah Zadran (290) is just 10 fours away from achieving a total of 300 fours in international matches.

89 - Mohammad Nabi (4911) is on the verge of completing 5000 runs in international cricket, needing 89 more to reach the milestone.

4 - In ODIs, Mohammad Nabi (196) is close to securing 200 fours, requiring just 4 more fours to achieve this feat.

3 - Mohammad Nabi (247) needs 3 more wickets to reach the milestone of 250 wickets in international cricket.

3 - Rashid Khan (97) is in need of 3 more boundaries to accumulate 100 fours in ODI cricket.

4 - Mujeeb Ur Rahman (146) is on the cusp of achieving 150 wickets in international cricket, needing just 4 more to reach the landmark.

5 - Babar Azam (45) is 5 catches away from completing 50 catches in ODI matches.

7 - Mohammad Rizwan (93) needs 7 more sixes to achieve a total of 100 sixes in international cricket.

8 - Shadab Khan (192) is in pursuit of his 200th wicket in international cricket, requiring 8 more to reach the milestone.

3 - Shadab Khan (47) needs just 3 more grabs to complete 50 catches in international matches.

9 - Shaheen Shah Afridi (241) needs 9 more to reach the milestone of 250 wickets in international cricket.

6 - Haris Rauf (44) requires 6 more wickets to achieve 50 wickets in ODI matches.