A Spell to Remember
Mohammad Nawaz delivered a performance that will be talked about for a long time. The left-arm spinner bowled with discipline and accuracy, finishing with outstanding figures 4-1-19-5. His spell not only secured the match but also earned him a place in the record books.
Rare Five-Wicket Haul
With this effort, Nawaz became just the fifth Pakistan bowler — and only the third spinner — to take a five-wicket haul in men’s T20I. Achieving it in the Tri-Series final against Afghanistan made the feat even more special in a format usually dominated by batters.
Hat-Trick Hero
As if five wickets weren’t enough, Nawaz also completed a hat-trick. He became only the third Pakistani bowler in men’s T20Is to achieve this feat, following Faheem Ashraf and Mohammad Hasnain. Hat-tricks are rare in cricket, and Nawaz picked the perfect night to deliver his.
A Unique Double Record
Mohammad Nawaz is now the first Pakistani bowler to have both a T20I five-for and a hat-trick to his name. What makes it even more historic is that he achieved this double while becoming the First Pakistani Spinner to take a T20I Hat-Trick in a tournament final — a feat that shines brightly in Pakistan’s cricket history.
Game-Changing Spell
The timing of his wickets was just as important as the numbers. In the high-stakes final against Afghanistan, Nawaz’s quick strikes broke their momentum and swung the game back in Pakistan’s favour. His variations and calmness under pressure showed why he is such a valuable player.
What It Means for Pakistan
T20 cricket is often called a batter’s game, but Nawaz proved that bowlers can still decide the outcome. His performance has boosted confidence within the side and given the team another reliable option as they prepare for bigger challenges like the Asia Cup and the T20 World Cup.
Looking Ahead
Mohammad Nawaz’s heroics have etched his name into Pakistan’s T20I history. By delivering a five-for and a hat-trick in the same match, he has set a benchmark that may take years to match. For Pakistan, it’s not just about one memorable spell — it’s proof that Nawaz can be a genuine match-winner in the biggest moments.
