PAK vs AUS: Pakistan Defeats Australia After 7 Years; Check Full List Of Away Wins

Pakistan’s commanding performance in the second ODI of the three-match series against Australia at Adelaide Oval on Friday marked a historic moment. With key contributions from opener Saim Ayub, fellow opener Abdullah Shafique, and pacer Haris Rauf, Pakistan clinched a comprehensive victory, leveling the series 1-1.

Chasing a modest 164-run target, Pakistan made light work of the target, reaching it with ease in just 28.1 overs. The team lost only one wicket, with 141 balls to spare, thanks to a stellar opening partnership between Saim Ayub and Abdullah Shafique. Their remarkable stand of 137 runs laid the foundation for an easy chase.

Saim Ayub was the standout performer, scoring a well-crafted 82 runs off 71 balls, including five boundaries and six sixes. However, he fell 18 runs short of what would have been a well-deserved maiden half-century. His contribution was crucial in providing Pakistan the impetus to surge forward in the chase.

Abdullah Shafique, on the other hand, stayed unbeaten, finishing with 64 runs off 69 balls, which included four fours and three sixes. His steady hand guided Pakistan to victory, while star batter Babar Azam contributed a composed 15* off 20 balls to help his side cross the line.

Australia’s Struggles With The Bat

Earlier, Pakistan’s bowlers, led by Haris Rauf, put on a disciplined display that saw Australia’s batting line-up crumble under pressure. The Australian side, put in to bat first, struggled against the precision of Pakistan’s bowling attack. The top order was quickly dismantled, with Australia falling to 35 overs and posting just 163 runs on the board.

Jake Fraser-McGurk and Matthew Short, the new opening pair, could not provide Australia with a solid foundation. They managed only 13 and 19 runs, respectively, before falling to Shaheen Shah Afridi, who finished with outstanding figures of 3/26.

Steve Smith and Josh Inglis attempted a recovery, but their efforts were short-lived. Inglis, who made 18 runs, was dismissed by Haris Rauf, and Marnus Labuschagne followed him shortly, making only six runs before being bowled out by Rauf.

Haris Rauf Dominates

Haris Rauf was in impeccable form, taking five wickets in the match. He took out key players, including Inglis, Labuschagne, Aaron Hardie (13), and Glenn Maxwell (16), completing a sensational spell of 5/29 in eight overs. Rauf’s performance ensured that Australia’s middle order never gained momentum. He wrapped up his five-wicket haul by dismissing Australian captain Pat Cummins (13), further diminishing Australia’s hopes of a substantial total.

Despite Steve Smith’s valiant 35 off 48 balls, Australia’s innings quickly fell apart. Mohammad Hasnain played a pivotal role, dismissing Smith and leaving the Australian side at a perilous 101/5 in the 21st over. Adam Zampa’s late cameo of 18 runs could not save Australia from their inevitable defeat, as Shaheen Afridi claimed the final wicket of the innings, cleaning up Zampa in the 35th over.

Pakistan Clinches Nine-Wicket Victory

Pakistan’s bowlers were exceptional, with Shaheen Afridi and Naseem Shah contributing with three and two wickets, respectively. Hasnain also picked up a key wicket, ensuring a comprehensive defeat for Australia. The final score read: Australia 163 all out in 35 overs, with Pakistan chasing the target in just 28.1 overs, winning by nine wickets.

	Date	Match	Result
1.	14 Jan 1977	Test vs Australia	8 wickets
2.	10 Mar 1979	Test vs Australia	71 runs
3.	22 Nov 1981	ODI vs Australia	4 wickets
4.	11 Dec 1981	Test vs Australia	Inns & 82 runs
5.	17 Dec 1981	ODI vs Australia	6 wickets
6.	9 Jan 1982	Test vs Australia	25 runs
7.	24 Feb 1985	ODI vs Australia	62 runs
8.	2 Jan 1987	ODI vs Australia	1 wickets
9.	2 Jan 1989	ODI vs Australia	38 runs
10.	13 Feb 1990	ODI vs Australia	5 wickets
11.	20 Feb 1990	ODI vs Australia	2 runs
12.	11 Mar 1992	ODI vs Australia	48 runs
13.	30 Nov 1995	Test vs Australia	74 runs
14.	15 Dec 1996	ODI vs Australia	12 runs
15.	1 Jan 1997	ODI vs Australia	4 wickets
16.	7 Jan 1997	ODI vs Australia	29 runs
17.	9 Jan 2000	ODI vs Australia	45 runs
18.	15 Jun 2002	ODI vs Australia	2 wickets
19.	19 Jun 2002	ODI vs Australia	91 runs
20.	30 Jan 2005	ODI vs Australia	3 wickets
21.	15 Jan 2017	ODI vs Australia	6 wickets
22.	08 Nov 2024	ODI vs Australia	9 wickets

Series Decider Awaited

With the second ODI victory, Pakistan has leveled the series at 1-1. The teams will now face off in the third and final ODI at Optus Stadium in Perth on Sunday, with everything to play for.

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