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Pakistan Crushes Namibia; Sahibzada Farhan Scores Century

2/18/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Pakistan defeated Namibia by 102 runs in Colombo to reach the Super Eights of the 2026 Twenty20 World Cup.
Sahibzada Farhan, a Pakistan cricketer, scored his first T20 international century, finishing with 100 off 58 balls.
Pakistan posted 199-3, with Pakistan players Salman Agha and Shadab Khan contributing.
Namibia were bowled out for 97, as Shadab Khan took three wickets.
Pakistan will face New Zealand next in Colombo.

History

Historical Context

Pakistan's cricket history gained prominence with its first World Cup victory in 1992, led by Imran Khan. Despite a rocky start in the tournament, the team rallied to defeat England in the final, inspiring future generations of cricketers. This legacy continues today, as recent successes, including Sahibzada Farhan's T20 century, reflect the enduring national pride in cricket.

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Story summary

Pakistan defeated Namibia by 102 runs in Colombo to reach the Super Eights of the 2026 Twenty20 World Cup.
Sahibzada Farhan, a Pakistan cricketer, scored his first T20 international century, finishing with 100 off 58 balls.
Pakistan posted 199-3, with Pakistan players Salman Agha and Shadab Khan contributing.
Namibia were bowled out for 97, as Shadab Khan took three wickets.
Pakistan will face New Zealand next in Colombo.

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