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Rizwan’s treble helps Pakistan beat Holland 5-3 in opener

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BREDA, Holand:  Mohammad Rizwan hit treble as Pakistan defeated Holland 5-3 in their first match of their Europe trip here on Tuesday.

In a high voltage game Ijaz put Pakistan ahead in the start. However Holland hit back-to-back goals to take 2-1 lead. Pakistan did well in the last two quarters, sealing a 5-3 win in the end.

Rizwan completed a fine treble while Mubashir also got his name onto the scoresheet with a solid strike. Pakistan will play their next game on Thursday also in the same city Breda.