Fri Nov 08 04:25:56 UTC 2024: ## Pakistan Opt to Bowl First as Australia Make One Change for 2nd ODI
**Adelaide, Australia:** Pakistan captain Mohammad Rizwan won the toss and elected to bowl first in the second ODI against Australia at the Adelaide Oval on Friday. The decision comes after a thrilling two-wicket win for Australia in the first ODI at Melbourne.
Pakistan remains unchanged for the match, while Australia brings in Josh Hazlewood for Sean Abbott.
Early in the innings, Pakistan’s Shaheen Shah Afridi dropped a sitter off Matt Short, who then went on to score a boundary. However, Afridi struck soon after, dismissing Jake Fraser-McGurk for a crisp 13.
Australia’s Steve Smith then looked dangerous, hitting back-to-back boundaries off Naseem Shah, helping Australia reach 41 for 1 after 6 overs.
At the end of 10 overs, Australia were 59 for 2 with Steve Smith and Josh Inglis at the crease.
**Ian Healy’s Criticism:**
Former Australian wicketkeeper Ian Healy has criticized Australia’s batting performance in the first ODI, describing their approach as “schoolyard cricket” and “egotistical”. He urged Australia to be more pragmatic and respectful of the conditions.
The second ODI is poised to be an exciting contest, with both teams eager to claim victory.
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