The recent performance of the Pakistan team against Sri Lanka has seen a great partnership of Pakistani batters. Also, the upcoming battle between India and Pakistan is closing so fans are searching for records of Pakistani batters. How far can they go and what does history tell us about the batting partnerships of the Pakistan team? So far they have started well enough in the 2023 World Cup, but can they maintain the same against their arch-rival? To find all those answers we delve into some of their Highest Partnership record in the ODI World Cup history.
Saeed Anwar and Wajahatullah Wasti (Photo Source: Twitter)
On June 16, 1999, Pakistan faced New Zealand in a match held at Manchester. It was a day when Saeed Anwar and Wajahatullah Wasti batted with sheer brilliance. They put up an astonishing partnership of 194 runs for the first wicket. This partnership is not only the highest for Pakistan in World Cup history but also one of the finest opening stands ever seen.
Abdullah Shafique and Mohammad Rizwan
In the more recent context, Pakistan’s Abdullah Shafique and Mohammad Rizwan achieved a remarkable milestone on October 10, 2023, when they faced Sri Lanka in Hyderabad. They formed a partnership of 176 runs, displaying tremendous resilience and power-hitting. The fact that this partnership came in the World Cup’s modern era showcases the evolution of Pakistani cricket.
Saleem Malik (Photo Source: Twitter)
Karachi, October 20, 1987, saw a legendary partnership between Ramiz Raja and Saleem Malik against England. These two cricketers combined to score 167 runs for Pakistan. Their partnership was not only about accumulating runs but also about the art of building an innings, as they laid the foundation for a competitive total.
Zaheer Abbas (Photo Source: Twitter)
The 1979 World Cup held at The Oval witnessed another historic partnership. Majid Khan and Zaheer Abbas shared a 166-run partnership against the mighty West Indies. Their partnership played a significant role in Pakistan’s journey in that tournament and showcased their ability to stand strong against a formidable opponent.
Ahmed Shehzad and Haris Sohail (Photo Source: Twitter)
During the 2015 World Cup, Pakistan faced the United Arab Emirates in Napier on March 4. Ahmed Shehzad and Haris Sohail crafted a splendid partnership of 160 runs. This stand highlighted the potential of the new generation of Pakistani cricketers and their ability to make their mark on the world stage.
Sadiq Mohammad (Photo Source: Twitter)
In Pakistan’s first-ever World Cup match on June 14, 1975, Majid Khan and Sadiq Mohammad created history by forming a partnership of 159 runs. This partnership set the standard for future generations and was a testament to the talent that Pakistan had to offer in international cricket.
Pakistan’s journey in the ODI World Cup has been marked by remarkable partnerships that have enthralled cricket fans across the globe. The most recent partnership of Shafique and Rizwan gives Pakistani fans a soothing hope that they might overcome their arch-rival this time.
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