India vs Pakistan, Pakistan in India ODI Series - 4th ODI
Date: April 12 (2005)
Dhoni's Performance in Match
Catches : 0 / Stumpings : 0
Batting: 47 runs (64 balls), 4s:4 / 6s: 1
Strike rate:73.43
In the end, it came down to a clash of the titans, and Inzamam-ul-Haq's batting prowess overcame Sachin Tendulkar's bowling nous to give Pakistan a priceless final-ball victory that evened the six-match series at 2-2. With three needed off the last over, Tendulkar, already a centurion, bowled four dot-balls, but needing one off the last ball, Inzamam pierced the five-man off-side cordon with a gentle, precise dab past point. It was the fitting end to a magnificent match which Pakistan retrieved in a rousing manner after chasing leather all morning.
Tendulkar had been India's batting hero, thrilling the crowds with a splendid 123 as India piled up a massive 315 for 6, but each of Pakistan's top four contributed significantly to set up a fascinating denouement. Though India battled back magnificently through Murali Kartik, Zaheer Khan and Ashish Nehra - who also stunned everyone with two breathtaking throws that produced run-outs - Inzamam's class and composure was to prove the difference in a frenetic finale.
Result:Pakistan won by 3wickets
Player of Match:Inzamam-ul-haq
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