India, Feb. 19 -- Pakistan might have been a little anxious heading into their final match of the group stages of the T20 World Cup, as Namibia possessed the ability to play spolisport and knock them out of contention with an upset. However, it was comprehensive and authoritative from Pakistan in a must-win environment, as they won by 102 runs.

Sahibzada Farhan's first innings century was integral, but at was a late charge by Shadab Khan. The all-rounder came in to bat at number five, promoted ahead of Babar Azam after Khawaja Nafay had already been pushed higher up the order. It was a tactical decision which worked, as Shadab smashed 36*(22) with three sixes.

Babar's form remains a concern, and many interpreted the decision not to send...