Relive one of the most underrated yet impactful batting performances by the Sultan of Swing, Wasim Akram, during the Pepsi Asia Cup 1995 at Sharjah. On April 7, 1995, in a high-stakes encounter between arch-rivals Pakistan and India, Wasim Akram walked in at No. 7 and played a vital innings that turned the match on its head.
With Pakistan needing stability in the lower order, Akram rose to the occasion, smashing a fluent 50 runs off 46 balls in 62 minutes, including 4 boundaries and 2 glorious sixes. His counterattack helped Pakistan reach a competitive total of 266 for 9. The innings included a stunning leg-side six off Sachin Tendulkar, and two wristy fours off Anil Kumble, along with a delightful boundary against Javagal Srinath — shots that cricket fans still cherish.
India, in reply, faltered under pressure and were bowled out for 169, handing Pakistan a comprehensive 97-run victory. Wasim’s contribution with the bat proved to be a turning point and showcased his brilliance not just as a bowler but as a complete cricketer.
This video is a throwback to a golden era of cricket — a time when India-Pakistan clashes in Sharjah were cricket's most intense spectacles. Watch and relive the magical moments from one of Pakistan’s greatest cricketing legends.
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