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Saqib Khan Sees Pakistan to Victory with Record 7‑Wicket Haul
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 13 Nov 2026, 07:04 AM
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Pakistan’s bowler Saqib Khan claimed seven wickets against Sri Lanka on Day 4, propelling his team to a decisive advantage and entering the record books.
In a pivotal moment of the Pakistan‑Sri Lanka series, Saqib Khan delivered a stunning performance on Day 4, taking seven wickets to dismantle Sri Lanka’s batting lineup.
The Pakistani bowler’s spell was marked by consistent line and length, unsettling the Sri Lankan batsmen and forcing them into errors. His figures of 7 for a modest run total turned the match in Pakistan’s favour.
With the wickets falling at regular intervals, Pakistan’s batting lineup capitalised on the momentum, securing a comfortable lead. The victory has been hailed as a team effort, with Khan’s haul highlighted as the match‑defining contribution.
The seven‑wicket haul places Khan among an elite group of bowlers in the series’ history, marking a significant milestone for Pakistan’s bowling attack.
The Pakistani bowler’s spell was marked by consistent line and length, unsettling the Sri Lankan batsmen and forcing them into errors. His figures of 7 for a modest run total turned the match in Pakistan’s favour.
With the wickets falling at regular intervals, Pakistan’s batting lineup capitalised on the momentum, securing a comfortable lead. The victory has been hailed as a team effort, with Khan’s haul highlighted as the match‑defining contribution.
The seven‑wicket haul places Khan among an elite group of bowlers in the series’ history, marking a significant milestone for Pakistan’s bowling attack.