The foundation for England's success was laid by Dawid Malan (31) and Jonny Bairstow (59), who shared an opening partnership of 82 runs. Although they were dismissed shortly after, it set the stage for Joe Root and Ben Stokes to shine. The duo added 132 runs in 21.1 overs, with Root contributing a morale-boosting 60, and Stokes capitalizing on an early dropped chance to score 84 off 76 balls.
While the innings lost momentum toward the end, contributions from Jos Buttler (27), Harry Brook (30), and David Willey (15 in five balls) propelled England to a total of 337 for 9 in their 50 overs.
Pakistan faced a daunting task in chasing down the target, especially after Abdullah Shafique and Fakhar Zaman departed early, courtesy of David Willey in his final international game. Despite efforts from key players like Babar Azam (38), Mohammad Rizwan (36), Saud Shakeel (29), and Agha Salman (51), Pakistan found themselves struggling at 150-7.
The lower order provided some resistance, with Shaheen Shah Afridi (25), Mohammad Wasim (16*), and Haris Rauf (35) contributing with boundaries and sixes. However, England's bowling attack, led by Willey's 3-56, along with Gus Atkinson (2-45), Adil Rashid (2-55), and Moeen Ali (2-60), ensured Pakistan finished at 244 in 43.3 overs.
Willey's departure from the national team setup was marked by a strong bowling performance, helping England secure a seventh-place finish in the table, while Pakistan concluded a commendable tournament in fifth position.
