Australia Vs Pakistan 3rd ODI: PAK Victory

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Pakistan Clinch Series with Thrilling Win in Third ODI Against Australia

Lahore, Pakistan: Pakistan secured a thrilling victory in the third and final One Day International (ODI) against Australia, winning by 3 wickets and clinching the series 2-1. The match, held at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, saw a dramatic climax with Pakistan chasing down a challenging target of 269 with just two balls to spare.

Australia, batting first, put up a solid score thanks to a brilliant century from Marnus Labuschagne (103) and a half-century from Travis Head (58). However, Pakistan's bowling attack, led by Shaheen Shah Afridi (2/58) and Faheem Ashraf (3/41), kept the Aussies in check, restricting them to a total of 268/8 in their 50 overs.

The chase started on a shaky note for Pakistan as they lost their first wicket early on. However, Imam-ul-Haq (90) and Babar Azam (114*) stitched together a crucial 160-run partnership, providing a solid foundation for the chase.

With the required run rate rising, Pakistan lost wickets at crucial intervals, putting pressure on their lower order. However, Shadab Khan (23) and Mohammad Nawaz (16*) held their nerve in the final few overs, guiding Pakistan to a historic victory.

The win marked a remarkable turnaround for Pakistan, who had lost the first ODI by six wickets. They fought back in the second match, securing a thrilling 9-wicket victory and setting the stage for a nail-biting series decider.

Key Highlights:

• Marnus Labuschagne scored a brilliant century for Australia (103)
• Babar Azam scored a crucial century for Pakistan (114*)
• Imam-ul-Haq scored a crucial 90 runs for Pakistan
• Faheem Ashraf took 3 wickets for Pakistan
• Shadab Khan and Mohammad Nawaz played crucial roles in the final overs

This series victory serves as a significant boost for Pakistan's confidence ahead of the upcoming ICC Cricket World Cup in India later this year. It also showcases the team's resilience and ability to perform under pressure.

The win will undoubtedly be celebrated by Pakistani fans who witnessed their team overcome a strong Australian side in a closely contested series.