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England beat Pakistan by 48 runs in their second match of the ICC World Twenty20 England 2009, in their must win match. It was a crucial Group B encounter of the World Twenty20 at The Oval. A fine half century by Kevin Pietersen propelled England to 185 for five in 20 overs.

England's chances of making the super eight stage hung by a thread following the humiliating defeat to the Netherlands in their opening match of ICC World Twenty20 England 2009. But, facing early elimination from the home event, their top-order responded magnificently as they posted a challenging 185 for 5 after being sent in to bat.

Kevin Pietersen made a timely return to the side and scored a masterly 58. He was well supported by man of the match Luke Wright (34) and Owais Shah (33).

England then restricted Pakistan to 137 for 7 in their 20 overs. Though skipper Younus Khan held one end up with a defiant unbeaten 46, Pakistan failed to recover from a top order collapse.

Stuart Broad (3 for 17) caused the early damage by dismissing Kamran Akmal (6) and Salman Butt (28) with consecutive deliveries in the sixth over after Dimitri Mascarenhas had got rid off Ahmad Shahzad (4).

Younus and Shoaib Malik (20) offered resistance and revived the innings with a 46 run partnership, but the required run rate soared over 12 runs per over. And once Malik was caught behind off Wright, Younus was left stranded as his teammates came and departed in a hurry. finally Pakistan's chased ended with a great lose.

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