Mon Nov 11 01:32:40 UTC 2024: ## Pakistan Triumphant in Australia: Rizwan Leads Men in Green to ODI Series Win

Perth, Australia – Mohammad Rizwan has led Pakistan to a historic ODI series victory in Australia, making him the second Pakistan captain and fourth overall to achieve this feat on Australian soil. The Men in Green clinched the series 2-1 after a dominant performance in the third ODI on Sunday, bowling out the hosts for a paltry 140 runs.

The win comes amidst a period of upheaval for the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). Babar Azam recently stepped down as Pakistan’s white-ball captain, with Rizwan taking over the reins. Furthermore, head coach Gary Kirsten resigned following disagreements with PCB officials.

The series victory is a testament to Rizwan’s leadership and the strength of Pakistan’s bowling attack. The trio of Haris Rauf, Shaheen Shah Afridi, and Naseem Shah were instrumental in the win, claiming a combined 17 wickets in the second and third ODIs.

Australia, missing key players like Pat Cummins, Steven Smith, and Marnus Labuschagne who are preparing for the Border Gavaskar Trophy, struggled to cope with the pace and accuracy of the Pakistan bowlers.

Saim Ayub and Abdullah Shafique provided a steady start for Pakistan in the chase, before the visitors comfortably reached their target with over 100 balls to spare.

This series win signifies a resurgence for Pakistan cricket, who have overcome a period of uncertainty to achieve a momentous victory on Australian soil.

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