Thu Nov 14 08:37:17 UTC 2024: ## Pakistan Humiliate Australia in Adelaide, Level ODI Series
Adelaide, Australia – Pakistan delivered a stunning performance to humiliate Australia in the second ODI at the Adelaide Oval, securing a nine-wicket victory and leveling the series at 1-1.
Haris Rauf was the architect of Australia’s downfall, claiming a phenomenal five wickets for just 29 runs, dismantling the Australian batting lineup and restricting them to a paltry 163 runs. Rauf’s incredible spell followed his four-wicket haul in the first ODI in Melbourne, solidifying his position as a formidable force in the series.
The Pakistani bowlers continued their dominance, with Shaheen Shah Afridi taking three wickets and Mohammad Rizwan excelling behind the stumps, taking six catches. Australia’s top order struggled, with Steve Smith’s 35 runs the highest score.
Pakistan’s chase was a masterclass in composure and aggression. Saim Ayub, playing only his second ODI, blazed his way to 82 runs from 71 balls, smashing six sixes in a brutal display of power hitting. He and Abdullah Shafique put on a record-breaking 137-run opening stand, the second century opening partnership in Pakistan’s ODI history. Shafique remained unbeaten on 64, guiding Pakistan to victory with 141 balls to spare.
The defeat was a significant setback for Australia, who will now face a challenging task in the third and final ODI in Perth. They will be without key players Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, and Josh Hazlewood, who will be preparing for the Test series against India. Josh Inglis will captain the side in their bid to avoid a series loss.
The series will continue with a three-match T20 series, beginning on November 14th in Brisbane.
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