VISAKHAPATNAM: In a thrilling encounter at The Oval, England secured a seven-wicket victory over Pakistan in the fourth T20 International, showcasing an impressive all-round performance. Winning the toss and opting to bowl first, England restricted Pakistan to a modest total of 157 runs.

Leg-spinner Adil Rashid was the standout performer, earning the player-of-the-match accolade with his figures of 2-27 from four overs. Rashid's crucial wickets helped stymie Pakistan's batting momentum, setting the stage for England's chase.

England's openers Phil Salt and Jos Buttler provided a blistering start, amassing 82 runs within the first seven overs. Salt scored a rapid 45, while Buttler contributed a solid 39, laying a strong foundation for the chase.

Despite a notable performance from Pakistan's pacer Haris Rauf, who claimed 3-38, England comfortably chased down the target, finishing at 158-6 with more than three overs to spare. The victory secured a 2-0 series triumph for England, as the first two matches at Headingley and Cardiff were washed out.

The match saw a turning point when Jofra Archer dismissed Pakistan’s captain Babar Azam for 36 in the final ball of the powerplay. This breakthrough led to a dramatic collapse in Pakistan’s innings, reducing them from 59/0 to 86/5 by the 11th over. Usman Khan's valiant 38 off 21 balls and Iftikhar Ahmed's 21 provided some resistance, but the rest of the lineup faltered under England's disciplined bowling attack.

The English bowlers, particularly spinners Adil Rashid, Moeen Ali, and Liam Livingstone, effectively controlled the middle overs, supported by pace from Mark Wood and Jofra Archer. Their collective efforts ensured that Pakistan’s innings concluded at 157 in 19.5 overs.

In the subsequent chase, England's openers swiftly nullified Pakistan’s total, with Harry Brook sealing the victory with a six off Haris Rauf. The chase highlighted England's batting depth and aggressive approach, securing a decisive win in the series.

The match followed a rain-affected series, with the third T20I washed out and both teams eager to prove their mettle in the final game. The encounter underlined England's dominance and strategic prowess in T20 cricket, further solidifying their reputation as formidable opponents on the global stage.

As the series concludes, England's focus on disciplined bowling and explosive batting sets a strong precedent for their upcoming matches, while Pakistan will look to address their middle-order vulnerabilities and strategize for future contests.

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