Pakistan beat India by 25 runs in the final - won the Kitply Cup

Pakistan beat bitter arch rivals India by 25 runs in a thrilling final of Kitply Cup Triseries, on Saturday, 14th June, 2008, at at Shere Bangla National Stadium, Mirpur. Pakistan batted first, scored 315 runs and bowled out India on 290 runs in 48.2 overs.

For Pakistan, Younus Khan struck a majestic 108 off just 99 deliveries and Salman Butt added 129 before he was forced to retire hurt as Pakistan piled on 315 for three after winning the toss.

India battled back with half centuries from skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni and Yuvraj Singh, but fine bowling from Umar Gul at the death saw Pakistan home.

India lost opener Virender Sehwag early and thereafter lost wickets at regular intervals to be bowled out for 290 in 48.2 overs.

Umar Gul claimed four wickets for 57 from nine overs to help Pakistan won the Kitply Cup.

Match Summary:

Pakistan - 315/3 in 50 Overs.

India - 290 All Out in 48.2 Overs.

Toss - Pakistan, who chose to bat first.

Man Of The Match - Younis Khan (Pakistan)

Man Of The Series - Salman Butt (Pakistan)

Result - Pakistan won by 25 runs