Pakistan vs Afghanistan, 2nd Semi-Final at Hangzhou, Asian Games (M), Oct 06 2023 - Match Result

It will be a momentous occasion for both countries as they'll compete for the ultimate glory. Both teams are in superb form and riding high with confidence. Under the leadership of Gulbadin Naib, Afghanistan proves to be a formidable side. Pakistan will rue their batting errors, as they could have easily added 20 more runs if they had applied themselves better and played out the overs. There's much for them to ponder and reflect on. Meanwhile, Afghanistan seems to be in perfect shape for the final against red-hot India. We hope you've enjoyed our coverage. Until next time, it's goodbye from me, Rvel Zahid, and our scorer Sudeep Poojar.

You have to question the move to introduce Aamir Jamal when spinners were doing so well. Perhaps not great tactical acumen at the end from Qasim Akram. However, take nothing away from Naib, who stepped up with the ball and is the main protagonist today; his heroic unbeaten 26 coasted them home with four wickets and 2.1 overs to spare

Afghanistan team takes a victory leap; they have got a sizable support in the ground and their fans are supporting them with gusto. Afghanistan will meet India for the gold medal match while Pakistan will face Bangladesh for the bronze medal game tomorrow.

Sandeep Jadhav: "Good to see that bench strength of Afghanistan is also strong so they will be serious title contenders in the near future."

Reza: "Pakistan management didn't add Saim Ayub, Imad wasim , Azam Khan, Tayyab Tahir and M. Amir for the Asian Games? All of them are in form, Why?"

Fahim : "Congratulations Afghanistan:) you have secured the victory against Pakistan and all Afghans are very proud of you guys. Job well done "

Vineet Tiwari: "Congratulations Dear AFG, All the best for final. Love from India"

Azweer : "The 2019 World Cup captain, now proudly takes Afghanistan to Asian Games finale in 2023."

Amit: "Well done Afghanistan, Congratulation for confirming a medal."

Kazisb: "Why bring back fast bowler, they Couldn't play spin as well they Couldn't spin read well, why you come back fast bowler however you are already blackfoot, very poor captaincy"

Asif zia khan: "Well done AFGHANISTAN."

anuj: "I think India should not take AFG lightly in final. They have reached after beating PAK and SL. "

Bimal: "Gulbadin used his experience plus Aamer crumbling under pressure as well!"

Pratik: "First SL then PAK - If AFG beats India it will be a perfect Gold for them!!"

DaWolf: "Poor captaincy choice just cost Pakistan the game there."

Marvin Gonzapa: "Afghanistan has always been a finalist in asian games winning silver. Will they make it to gold this time "

Vivek: "Pakistan should have stuck with spinners..fast bowlers are much easier to face on this pitch"

Nazeer: "It will be very hard for me to empathise with Aamer Jamal"

Should Pakistan have gone for pace here?

Azweer : "Afghanistan needs some positive attitude during these situations."

Ahsan Nazir raj: "Two upsets on the way for Pakistan, my gut feeling says so."

Masud: "Is it first time that same Team Playing ODI and T20i at the same time?Pakistan is playing t20i and odi same time now." Yes, it is the first time

Vinay: "Gulbadin should use his international experience and take Afghanistan home. 25 odd in 5 overs with 4 wkts left, with 2 international players in the team.. you must win the match..."

Don't go anywhere, I feel like this is going right down to the wire