Pakistan edged out Australia by 4 runs in a high-octane second T10 clash at the Gaddafi Stadium, taking a commanding 2–0 lead in the series. The match was a whirlwind of power-hitting, momentum swings, and nerve-wracking final overs.
Pakistan’s Explosive Batting – Jamal & Shan Take Charge
Pakistan, batting first, were rocked early with Saim Ayub (1) and Saud Shakeel (5) falling cheaply. Babar Azam chipped in with a brisk 17 off 9, and Fakhar Zaman added 21 off 11, but the innings truly ignited when:
🔥 Shan Masood smashed an unbeaten 42 off just 12 balls (SR 350!)
🔥 Aamer Jamal unleashed a brutal 47 off 14 (SR 335.71)
The Shan–Jamal partnership blasted 85 runs in barely 25 balls, turning a shaky start into a massive 148/7 in 10 overs. Jamal’s cameo — featuring monstrous sixes and fearless striking — completely shifted the momentum, earning him the Player of the Match award.
Australia’s Chase – Warner Fires, But Pakistan Hold Nerves
Australia responded with aggression of their own, led by a furious counterattack from:
⭐ David Warner: 62 off 20 balls (SR 310)
His early assault kept Australia ahead of the rate, but Pakistan’s bowlers kept hitting back. A crucial double-strike from Aamer Jamal, removing Marsh and Renshaw in quick time, sucked away Australia’s momentum.
Handy cameos came from Marsh (22), Cameron Green (23* off 10), and Sean Abbott (11*), but Pakistan’s bowlers—especially Hasan Ali (2/19) and Jamal (2/30)—closed the chase down just in time.
Australia finished at 144/6, falling just short in what became a tense last-over thriller.
Why Pakistan Won
- Jamal & Shan’s extraordinary late overs turned a par score into a winning total.
- Timely wickets from Jamal and Hasan Ali disrupted Australia’s rhythm.
- Pakistan held their composure despite Warner’s onslaught and Green’s late surge.
Series Situation
With this win, Pakistan go 2–0 up, securing back-to-back victories and carrying huge momentum into the remaining matches of the tour.