Salim Malik 56 off 34 Balls 46 Mins 9 Fours vs New Zealand 3rd ODI, Auckland, March 11, 1989

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Salim Malik 56 off 34 Balls 46 Mins 9 Fours vs New Zealand 3rd ODI, Auckland, March 11, 1989 Relive one of the most electrifying batting displays from the golden era of Pakistan cricket! On March 11, 1989, during the 3rd ODI against New Zealand at Eden Park, Auckland, the stylish Pakistani batsman Salim Malik played a breathtaking knock of 56 runs off just 34 balls, spending only 46 minutes at the crease.  His innings included 9 sublime boundaries, showcasing his classy strokeplay and aggressive intent that stunned the Kiwis. With an impressive strike rate of 164.70, Malik’s quickfire half-century helped Pakistan chase down the target with ease, securing a commanding 7-wicket victory.  This vintage innings remains one of the most underrated gems in ODI history — a rare example of aggressive batting in the pre-T20 era. If you're a true cricket fan, this is a moment you don't want to miss.  👉 Watch, Like, Share, and Subscribe for more rare and iconic cricket moments from the past.  📌 Match Details: Match: 3rd ODI, Pakistan vs New Zealand Date: March 11, 1989 Venue: Eden Park, Auckland Result: Pakistan won by 7 wickets Batsman: Salim Malik Score: 56 (34 balls, 9 fours, 46 minutes)  #SalimMalik #PakistanCricket #VintageCricket #ODI1989 #CricketClassics #AucklandODI #CricketHistory #SalimMalik56 #PakistanvsNewZealand #RetroCricket #CricketLegends #RareCricketFootage

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00:00In the third one-day international against New Zealand at Eden Park, Auckland on March

00:0511, 1989, Pakistani middle-order baseman Salim Malik delivered a blistering display

00:11of stroke play that lit up the cricketing arena.

00:14Chasing a modest target, Salim Malik walked in with intent and unleashed an explosive

00:19counter-attack, smashing a whirlwind 56 of just 34 balls in a mere 46 minutes at the

00:26career. His inning was topped with nine crispy time boundaries, showcasing his ability to

00:31pierce the gaps with precision and punish anything loose. With a scorching strike rate of 164.7,

00:39a remarkable figure especially in that era, Salim Malik's innings turned the tide decisively

00:45in Pakistan's favour. His aggressive approach dismantled the New Zealand balling attack,

00:50leaving them with no answers and ultimately paving the way for Pakistan's comprehensive

00:55seven-wicket victory. So sit back, rewind the clock and enjoy this rare electrifying inning

01:00from Salim Malik, a true flashback to when classical stroke play met aggressive intent in the heart

01:08the game. The game's on now though, 39 overs gone, this is the 40th,

01:15a certain point tied the asking rate, 249 New Zealand got.

01:21Oh, was that a drop chance? I think it was, he got an edge, dived away Ian Smith, couldn't hang on to it.

01:28Yeah.

01:29Sully Malik's got hold of that one. And that's a good clean hit before. Sully Malik's looking ominous,

01:44with a good 7-8 on his face, and that's a good 7-8 on his face, and that's a good 7-8 on his face,

01:51and that's a bad face look would have been, and there's no man down there, so that's four more.

01:57High in the air. That's alright, he won't get that.

02:03That's alright, he won't get that.

02:05Wide attempt by Martin Sullyton, in fact, has ended up going for four runs.

02:10Well, he did everything he could.

02:13He was never going to catch it. It was, it needed a quicker move,

02:16even then it was just too far down the ground and over his head.

02:21And a marvellous attempt, but that was the bad luck, wasn't it?

02:26Kneeing the rebound into the fence.

02:33That's a nice shot. Now head out to the fence, that'll be four runs.

02:39Two consecutive boundaries off the over, and Pakistan in good position,

02:44with three remaining at 2.36 for three.

02:50Good hit away through mid-wicket by Sully Malik, and there's four runs,

02:54and that'll be 50 for Sully Malik.

03:02He is such a good player. 52 not out, eight fours now.

03:05He's faced just 33 deliveries.

03:09Even he looks happy now. He doesn't knock, he'd rather kill me the good champ normally.

03:15This could go to the fence as well.

03:21Four more to Sully Malik, and that really puts it beyond that tower.

03:26At the end of the 48th over, Pakistan needs just five to...

03:29Sully Malik knock remains one of the hidden gems in Pakistan ODI history.

03:34A reminder of Sully Malik flares and ability to dominate under pressure.

03:38It was not just a half century.

03:40It was a statement inings that epitomized vintage 80s flares and fearless cricket.

03:46Sully Malik, a stylish right-handed bestman from Pakistan, was known for his elegant stroke

03:52play, quick risk and ability to manipulate the field with precision.

03:56Debiting in 1982, Sully Malik became a vital part of Pakistan's middle-order besting throughout

04:02the 1980s and 1990s.

04:04In Wanda International, he featured in 283 matches, amassing 7,170 runs at an average of 32.88.

04:13His ODI career included 5 centuries and 47 half centuries, with a higher score of 102.

04:20Sully Malik was known for his risky stroke play and ability to maneuver the ball into gaps,

04:25making him a reliable middle-order bestman.

04:27He also contributed with the ball, taking 89 wickets with his right arm off-breaks, boosting

04:33best figure of 5 for 35.

04:35In listed cricket encompassing both ODIs and domestic cricket matches, Sully Malik played

04:41426 matches, scoring 11,856 runs at an average of 36.59, including 12 centuries and 78 fifties,

04:51with a top score of 138.

04:54With the ball in listed matches, he claimed 160 wickets at an average of 29, again with the

04:59best figure of 5 for 35.

05:01His all-round capabilities and consistent performances made him a valuable asset to Pakistan's cricketing

05:08endeavor during his career.

05:10Sully Malik ODI unlisted career reflects the hallmark of a seasoned cricketer who combined

05:16grace with grit.

05:17Whether anchoring the innings or accelerating the scoring rate, he delivered performances that

05:22held the Pakistani middle-order together for over a decade.

05:26His contribution with both bat and ball underlined his versatility and value to the team during

05:32an era of highly competitive international cricket.

05:35While his career had its highs and controversies, there no denying the impact he had on Pakistan's

05:41cricketing journey.

05:42His record-composed innings and rare match-winning now continue to be remembered by fans who

05:48cherish the golden age of Pakistan cricket.

05:54Thanks for watching.

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