4 Highest partnerships in ODI by the Associate batsman against the Test nation

#2 Anshuman Rath- Nizakat Khan (HKG) 174 runs Vs India in 2018 Asia cup

Anshuman Rath and Nizakat Khan shared highest ever partnership for Hong Kong in ODIs

The match which was supposed to be a warm-up match for Indians ahead of the high voltage clash against arch-rivals Pakistan almost turned out to be an upset. Eyebrows were raised when Hong Kong decided to bowl first after winning the toss but the decision was spot on as they managed to restrict India to just 285.

Despite laying the foundation with an opening partnership of 174, Hong Kong couldn't pull off a victory and ultimately lost by 26 runs. The inexperience of Hong Kong in the highest stage of ODI could be clearly spotted, as 142 runs in 20 overs with 10 wickets in hand would have been a walk in the park for an experienced team. Rath scored 73 off 97 deliveries with 4 fours and a six whereas Nizakat's 92 runs came off 115 balls with 18 boundaries and a six.