Yadav ran a quick single off Saim Ayub’s first delivery before Pakistan’s wonderboy claimed the scalp of Tilak Varma, catching him on the pads off a straight delivery,

This was Saim’s second success with the ball following his removal of the dangerous Ishan Kishan.

But Saim’s next delivery to Hardik Pandya was what set the stage on fire as the Indian batsman looked to dispatch him for a six and ended up getting caught in the deep. Pandya departed for a golden duck, much to the delight of Pakistan fans.

With Saim on a hat-rick, he bowled a peach of a delivery to new man Dube and almost claimed his scalp too. The review, however, disappointed Pakistan.

The over ended with two wickets and giving away just two runs.

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