3rd ODI: Australia Vs Pakistan Highlights

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Australia Cruise Past Pakistan in 3rd ODI, Clinch Series 2-1

Perth, Australia: Australia asserted their dominance in the third and final One Day International (ODI) against Pakistan, cruising to a comfortable seven-wicket victory at the Perth Stadium on Tuesday. This victory secured a 2-1 series win for the hosts, following a tense and entertaining battle between the two sides.

Pakistan's Stuttering Start: The visitors, who had won the second ODI in a thrilling fashion, stumbled early in their innings. Opener Imam-ul-Haq departed for a duck, caught by Marcus Stoinis off the bowling of Mitchell Starc. While Babar Azam played a determined knock of 59 runs, the rest of the Pakistani batting lineup failed to provide significant support. Mohammad Rizwan (28) and Iftikhar Ahmed (36) offered glimpses of resistance, but Pakistan were ultimately bowled out for a disappointing 168 runs in 44.5 overs.

Starc Stars with the Ball: Mitchell Starc, the left-arm pace spearhead, continued his stellar form with the ball, claiming 4-43 in his 9.5 overs. His ability to move the ball both ways proved too much for the Pakistani batsmen, as he picked up crucial wickets at regular intervals. Sean Abbott (2-16) and Adam Zampa (2-36) also chipped in with vital wickets, adding to the Australian bowlers’ impressive performance.

A Smooth Chase: The Australian chase was a display of controlled aggression. David Warner (60) and Travis Head (48) set a strong foundation, putting on a 104-run opening stand. Marnus Labuschagne (34) and Mitchell Marsh (22) provided further momentum, ensuring a comfortable win for the Aussies.

Key Highlights:

• Mitchell Starc’s four-wicket haul played a crucial role in limiting Pakistan to a low total.
• David Warner and Travis Head’s century opening partnership laid the foundation for a successful chase.
• The series win marks a positive step for Australia ahead of the upcoming ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup in India.

Looking Ahead: The series concludes with Pakistan’s disappointing performance, while Australia will be brimming with confidence as they head towards the World Cup. The team's bowling attack, spearheaded by Starc, will be a key factor in their success in the tournament, while their batting unit showed promising signs of consistency in the series.