Shoaib Akhtar’s Fiery Spell Troubled Indian Batsmen | Ijaz–Inzamam Stand Ensured Pakistan Chase

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A historic India vs Pakistan ODI at Mohali (Pepsi Cup 1999) saw Virender Sehwag make his international debut while Pakistan’s middle order produced a match-winning partnership.

Put in to bat first, India struggled against Shoaib Akhtar’s fiery pace and managed under 200 despite Sourav Ganguly’s fighting fifty. In reply, Pakistan were rocked early by Venkatesh Prasad’s new-ball burst, but Ijaz Ahmed (Man of the Match) and Inzamam-ul-Haq stitched together a 163-run partnership, guiding Pakistan to a comfortable 7-wicket win.

🏏 Match Summary:

India 196 all out (49.3 overs)

Sourav Ganguly: 57 (after being hit by Shoaib Akhtar)

Saqlain Mushtaq & Shoaib Akhtar: key wickets

Pakistan 197/3 (45 overs, target reduced due to over-rate penalty)

Ijaz Ahmed: 90* ⭐ (Man of the Match)

Inzamam-ul-Haq: 73

Venkatesh Prasad: 3 wickets in powerplay

✨ Key Highlights:

Special train brought 1,000 Pakistani fans across the border, including Abdul Jalil (Chacha Cricket).

Virender Sehwag’s international debut for India.

Shoaib Akhtar’s fiery spell troubled Indian batsmen.

Ijaz–Inzamam stand ensured Pakistan chased comfortably.

📍 Venue: Punjab Cricket Association Stadium, Mohali
📅 Date: April 1, 1999
🏆 Tournament: Pepsi Cup

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