Pakistan's Sufiyan Muqeem records historic bowling performance against Zimbabwe
- Zimbabwe was bowled out for its lowest total in T20 history, scoring only 57 runs.
- Sufiyan Muqeem took an impressive 5 wickets for 3 runs, setting a new record for Pakistan.
- With this victory, Pakistan secured a commanding 2-0 lead in the T20 series against Zimbabwe.
On December 2, 2024, in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, the home team faced a dismal defeat against Pakistan in the second T20 of their series. Zimbabwe elected to bat first but suffered a catastrophic batting collapse, marking their lowest total in T20 history with only 57 runs. The innings was marked by a devastating performance from Pakistani left-arm wrist spinner Sufiyan Muqeem, who achieved remarkable bowling figures of 5 wickets for just 3 runs in 16 balls, surpassing the previous record by a Pakistani bowler. Zimbabwe's batting issues were evident as they lost 10 wickets for a mere 20 runs after a brief opening partnership. The defeat solidified Pakistan's unassailable lead in the series, with a final match scheduled for December 4, 2024. This match further highlighted the contrast in the teams' forms as Pakistan previously won the ODI series and maintained their dominance against Zimbabwe in the T20 format.