Lahore: Shadab Khan and Abdul Samad held their nerve under pressure as Pakistan defeated Australia by four wickets in the third and final ODI at Gaddafi Stadium on Thursday, sealing the three-match series 2-1.
According to Beyond Time News, Pakistan chased down a modest target of 158 despite a dramatic middle-order collapse that briefly put the match in balance.
Nervy Chase After Early Setbacks
Pakistan’s innings began shakily when opener Sahibzada Farhan fell early in the third over. Maaz Sadaqat and Babar Azam rebuilt the innings with a 41-run stand before further wickets triggered a collapse.
Babar Azam top-scored with 40 runs, while contributions from Salman Ali Agha and others helped Pakistan reach 93 before wickets began to tumble again.
At one stage, Pakistan were reduced to 112 for 6, needing 46 runs for victory.
Shadab and Samad Calm the Chase
Shadab Khan once again played a decisive role, scoring a composed 29 runs, while Abdul Samad finished unbeaten on 18.
The pair shared a crucial partnership that guided Pakistan home with 43 balls remaining, sealing the match and the series.
Australia Bowled Out for 157
Earlier, Australia were dismissed for 157 after opting to bat first on a slow pitch.
Shaheen Shah Afridi led the bowling attack with figures of 3 for 30, while Abrar Ahmed and Shadab Khan took two wickets each.
Australia struggled after a steady start, losing momentum as Pakistan’s bowlers dominated the middle and death overs.
Josh Inglis top-scored with 65, while the rest of the batting lineup failed to build substantial partnerships.
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Series Decider Sealed in Style
Pakistan bounced back strongly after losing the second ODI to clinch the series 2-1, having also won the opening match in Rawalpindi.
The victory highlighted Pakistan’s bowling depth and lower-order resilience under pressure.
Conclusion
A disciplined bowling performance followed by a calm finish from Shadab Khan and Abdul Samad helped Pakistan secure a hard-fought ODI series win over Australia in Lahore.
FAQs
1. Who won the ODI series?
Pakistan won the three-match series 2-1.
2. Who were the key performers in the final ODI?
Shadab Khan and Abdul Samad with the bat, Shaheen Shah Afridi with the ball.
3. What was Australia’s total in the third ODI?
Australia were bowled out for 157.
4. Who was Australia’s top scorer?
Josh Inglis with 65 runs.
5. Where was the match played?
Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore.
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