Pakistan Whitewashed 0-3 in T20I Series by Australia
Australia Dominates Pakistan in T20I Series Finale
Australia completed a clean sweep against Pakistan whitewashed in the three-match T20I series, securing a 7-wicket victory in the third and final game at Bellerive Oval, Hobart. Marcus Stoinis delivered a fiery knock of 61* off just 27 balls to lead the hosts to an emphatic win. Pakistan, despite flashes of brilliance, failed to click as a unit, leading to a 3-0 series whitewash.
Pakistan’s Batting Collapse After Promising Start
Pakistan’s decision to bat first didn’t go as planned. Stand-in captain Agha Salman led the team in Mohammad Rizwan’s absence, but Pakistan’s innings faltered despite Babar Azam’s valiant 41 off 28 balls.
Key Batting Stats for Pakistan:
| Player | Runs (Balls) | Strike Rate | Dismissal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Babar Azam | 41 (28) | 146.43 | Bowled (Zampa) |
| Haseebullah Khan | 24 (19) | 126.32 | Caught |
| Shaheen Afridi | 16 (12) | 133.33 | Caught |
Babar and Haseebullah’s 44-run stand for the second wicket briefly steadied the innings before Australia’s bowlers tightened their grip. Aaron Hardie (3/21) and Adam Zampa (2/11) dismantled Pakistan’s middle order, leaving them all out for a modest 117 in 18.1 overs.
Stoinis Steals the Show with a Stunning Knock
Chasing 118, Australia encountered early hiccups, losing Matthew Short and Jake Fraser-McGurk cheaply. But Marcus Stoinis soon shifted gears, launching a counterattack against Pakistan’s bowlers.
Stoinis’ Key Highlights:
- Reached his half-century in just 22 balls.
- Smashed four sixes and five boundaries.
- Finished unbeaten on 61* off 27 balls, sealing the chase in style and Pakistan Whitewashed
Australia’s Bowling Shines Throughout the Series
Spencer Johnson emerged as the Player of the Series with eight wickets in three games. His disciplined line and pace variations proved too much for Pakistan’s batting unit. Johnson, along with Zampa and Hardie, dominated the bowling charts, restricting Pakistan to sub-par totals in all three matches.
Bowling Stats – 3rd T20I:
| Bowler | Overs | Wickets | Economy | Key Performances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aaron Hardie | 4 | 3 | 5.25 | Key Middle-Order Wickets |
| Adam Zampa | 4 | 2 | 2.75 | Babar Azam's Dismissal |
| Spencer Johnson | 3 | 1 | 7.33 | Early Breakthrough |
Pakistan Whitewashed Conclusion
The T20I series Pakistan whitewash against Australia underscores the need for Pakistan to address key weaknesses, particularly in their batting lineup and death-over bowling. With upcoming international assignments, this series serves as a crucial lesson for the team.
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