Sahibzada Farhan becomes first batter to smash three sixes to Bumrah in T20Is

Dubai: Pakistan’s opening batter Sahibzada Farhan etched his name into the record books during the Asia Cup T20 2025 final, setting a new milestone against Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah.

Farhan became the first batter in T20 internationals to hit three sixes off Bumrah, achieving the feat across three Asia Cup matches against India.

In the high-stakes final, Farhan played a crucial knock, scoring 57 runs off 38 deliveries, anchoring Pakistan’s innings and consolidating his dominance over India’s premier fast bowler.

Following the opening pair of Sahibzada Farhan and Fakhar Zaman’s 84-run stand in 9.3 overs, the middle-order collapsed, and the national side was bundled out for 146 in 19.1 overs.

Fans were furious with Pakistan's middle-order over its failure to captialise on the momentum given by the opening pair in the Asia Cup 2025 final against India at Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday.

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Other than Farhan’s 37-ball 57 and Fakhar’s 46, no other batter could stay at the crease for longer to lift Pakistan to a fighting total.

Pakistan came under pressure when Saim Ayub and Mohammad Haris fell in the quick session.

Fans began raising concerns that the national side would come under pressure following quick wickets — including that of settled Fakhar Zaman.

The collapse left fans disappointed with the national side’s batting performance in the crucial game.