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The visitors, who had won all four of their league matches en route to the final, started brightly and led 11-6 at the end of the first quarter.
But Malaysia came storming back in the second period, outscoring Pakistan 10-5 to level the tie at 16-all.
Seven-foot tall Akhtar puts Pakistan in command
The home team came out on top in the penultimate quarter as well, scoring 10 against Pakistan's eight as Malaysia got their noses in front 26-24.
Pakistan erased the two-goal deficit in the final period to force extra time, where unfortunately, Malaysia found the championship-winning goal.
Team announced for championship
Elsewhere, India defeated Brunei 61-23 to win bronze.
Published in The Express Tribune, December 12th, 2016.
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