Pakistan secured a decisive 2-0 series victory against Australia in their three-match Twenty20 encounter following a commanding 90-run triumph in Lahore on Saturday. The match showcased Pakistan’s spin-bowling dominance as they comprehensively outplayed the visiting Australian side.
Choosing to bat first after winning the toss, Pakistan posted an imposing total of 198-5, propelled by captain Salman Agha’s impressive 76 runs and Usman Khan’s swift 53. The partnership provided crucial momentum despite early setbacks, including the continued batting struggles of former captain Babar Azam.
Australia’s response quickly unraveled against Pakistan’s five-pronged spin attack, collapsing to 29-3 within the first five overs. The visitors never recovered, eventually being dismissed for a meager 108 in under 16 overs. All-rounder Shadab Khan proved particularly destructive with ball in hand, claiming 3-26.
The comprehensive defeat serves as a significant reality check for Australia, who arrived without several key players but suffered the embarrassment of losing all ten wickets to spin bowling. This performance raises serious concerns about their preparedness for the upcoming T20 World Cup, scheduled to be played in similar subcontinental conditions across India and Sri Lanka.
Cameron Green provided the only notable resistance with 35 runs, but his dismissal effectively ended Australia’s fading hopes. The match also highlighted selection controversies, with Matt Renshaw—freshly included in Australia’s World Cup squad—managing only two runs, while omitted player Matt Short top-scored for the visitors with 27.