Rizwan equals this Indian cricketer's T20I record after triumph over Canada

Pakistan secured their first victory in the 2024 T20 World Cup by defeating Canada, keeping their hopes alive for advancing to the Super 8 stage. The match, held at Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, saw Pakistan successfully chase down a 107-run target in 17.3 overs.

### Match Highlights:

1. **Victory and Points**:
   - Pakistan earned a crucial two points with this win, providing relief after consecutive losses in the tournament.

2. **Match Progression**:
   - Pakistan had a shaky start, failing to score a boundary in the first four overs.
   - Saim Ayub was dismissed early, scoring just six runs, leaving Pakistan at 20-1 in 4.2 overs.
   - Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan steadied the innings with a 63-run partnership.

3. **Mohammad Rizwan's Achievement**:
   - Mohammad Rizwan scored a run-a-ball 53, which not only contributed significantly to the win but also allowed him to match a notable record.
   - Rizwan equaled India's Rohit Sharma's record for the most fifty-plus scores as an opener in T20 Internationals, with both having achieved this feat 30 times.

4. **Records and Rankings**:
   - Babar Azam, Pakistan's captain, is second on the list with 28 fifty-plus scores as an opener in T20 Internationals.
   - Australia's David Warner is third with 27 fifty-plus scores.

This victory marks an important step for Pakistan in the T20 World Cup, providing momentum and confidence as they aim for further success in the tournament.