Saim Ayub's Blazing Century Propels Pakistan to Victory

Saim Ayub scored his first ODI century off 53 balls, leading Pakistan to a 10-wicket victory over Zimbabwe. Pakistan's spinners Abrar Ahmed and Salman Ali Agha played crucial roles, dismissing Zimbabwe for 145. Ayub's performance helped level the three-match series, setting the stage for the deciding game.

Saim Ayub delivered an explosive performance by scoring his maiden ODI century in just 53 balls, propelling Pakistan to a commanding 10-wicket victory over Zimbabwe in the second one-day international.

With an unbeaten 113, Ayub hit 17 fours and three sixes, helping chase down the 148-run target in 18.2 overs. Abrar Ahmed and Salman Ali Agha's effective spin bowling had earlier restricted Zimbabwe to 145 runs.

The win levels the series at 1-1 following Pakistan's earlier loss by the DLS method. The decider will be played on Thursday, ahead of a three-match T20 series.

(With inputs from agencies.)