Pakistan's Abdullah Shafique replicated Indian batter Shubman Gill's iconic celebration after scoring a century against Sri Lanka in the ICC ODI World Cup 2023. Chasing a massive total of 345, Shafique held Pakistan's innings after Imam-ul-Haq and Babar Azam were dismissed cheaply. Struggling at 37-2, Shafique stitched up a magical partnership with Mohammad Rizwan.
The duo smashed the Sri Lankan bowling attack all around the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad. Smashing eight fours and three sixes, Shafique reached his century in 97 balls. After reaching the milestone, the Pakistani opener leapt in the air and then bowed down as he replicated Shubman Gill's celebration.
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But a few overs later, Abdullah Shafique was dismissed thanks to a magical catch by substitute fielder Dushan Hemanta. Shafique got out after scoring 113(103) with three sixes and ten fours.