Cricket Highlights, Nov 18: Pakistan tour of Australia (3rd T20I) – Australia vs Pakistan

AUS vs PAK (3rd T20I) – Highlights

In this article, we will discuss the 3rd T20I between PAK and AUS, held on November 18, 2024, in Hobart as part of Pakistan’s tour of Australia. The match saw Australia dominate with both bat and ball, securing a comprehensive 7-wicket victory. Pakistan struggled to post a competitive total of 117, while the Australian batting lineup displayed aggressive intent, chasing down the target with ease. 

In the 3rd T20I of Pakistan’s tour of Australia in Hobart, Australia secured a dominant 7-wicket victory over Pakistan with 52 balls to spare. Batting first, Pakistan managed only 117 runs, struggling against Australia’s disciplined bowling attack. In response, Australia chased down the target comfortably in just 11.2 overs, thanks to a powerful top-order display. This win showcased Australia’s all-round superiority in the match.

Pakistan’s batting faced a tough challenge as they were bundled out for 117 in 18.1 overs. The innings began with an early setback when Sahibzada Farhan fell for 9 off 7 balls, dismissed by Xavier Bartlett. Despite the loss, skipper Babar Azam showcased his class with a fluent 41 off 28 balls, striking four boundaries. 

Haseebullah Khan contributed 24 off 19 balls but couldn’t convert his start into a big score. The middle-order collapse was triggered by Adam Zampa, who picked up crucial wickets, including Babar and Haseebullah, with figures of 4-0-11-2. Aaron Hardie added to Pakistan’s woes, taking 3 wickets for 21 runs, while Spencer Johnson chipped in with two scalps.

The lower order struggled to contribute significantly, with only Shaheen Shah Afridi showing some fight, scoring 16 off 12 balls. Australia’s bowlers exhibited exceptional precision and restraint, keeping Pakistan’s batsmen in check and limiting them to a modest total.

Chasing a modest target of 118, AUS displayed a commanding batting performance to secure a 7-wicket victory in just 11.2 overs. The innings began with a minor hiccup when Matthew Short (2 off 4) was dismissed by Shaheen Shah Afridi in the second over.

Jake Fraser-McGurk played a quick cameo, scoring 18 off 11 balls with four boundaries, before being caught off Jahandad Khan’s bowling. At 30/2, Pakistan seemed to have a chance to apply pressure. Captain Josh Inglis added stability with a well-paced 27 off 24 balls, including four boundaries. He kept the chase on track before being dismissed by Abbas Afridi at 85/3.

Marcus Stoinis stole the show with a blistering unbeaten 61 off just 27 balls. His innings, studded with five fours and five sixes, ensured a quick finish and highlighted his dominance over Pakistan’s bowlers. Tim David contributed an unbeaten 7 off 3 balls, including a towering six, as Australia comfortably reached the target with 52 balls to spare.

Despite some efforts from Jahandad Khan and Abbas Afridi, PAK bowling attack struggled to contain Australia’s aggressive batters. Shaheen Shah Afridi, while picking up a wicket, proved expensive, conceding 43 runs in his 3 overs. Australia’s win showcased their batting firepower and sealed the series in style.

Australia vs Pakistan Scoreboard

Pakistan– 117

Pakistan–118/3(11.2/20)

Result – Australia won by 7 wickets (with 52 balls remaining)

Player of the Match – Marcus Stoinis

AUS vs PAK Playing XI

Pakistan

Sahibzada Farhan, Babar Azam, Haseebullah Khan(WK), Usman Khan, Salman Agha(C), Irfan Khan, Abbas Afridi, Jahandad Khan, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Haris Rauf, Sufiyan Muqeem.

Australia

Matthew Short, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Josh Inglis(C)(WK), Marcus Stoinis, Tim David, Glenn Maxwell, Aaron Hardie, Xavier Bartlett, Nathan Ellis, Spencer Johnson, Adam Zampa.

Disclaimer: This Highlights is based on the author’s insights and analysis. Readers should consider the points discussed and draw their own conclusions.

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