Key Highlights
- Pakistan defeated Sri Lanka by five runs in a Super 8 match.
- The victory was insufficient to secure a semi-final spot due to New Zealand's performance.
- Captain Salman Ali Agha blamed dew for their failure to qualify.
'Definitely a factor': Salman Ali Agha blames dew after Pakistan fail to qualify for T20 World Cup semi-finals
Pakistan's cricket team, captained by Salman Ali Agha, failed to qualify for the T20 World Cup semi-finals despite a thrilling victory over Sri Lanka. Agha cited dew as a significant factor that hindered their performance, ultimately leaving them unable to surpass New Zealand in Group 2 of the Super 8s.
aptain Salman Ali Agha wears a frustrated look on his face during his team's Super 8 match against Sri Lanka in Pallekele. AFP
Credit: Pakistan c
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