On the fourth day of the second Test between Australia and Pakistan, there was a moment where Marnus Labuschagne, the Australian batsman, engaged in some banter with Shaheen Afridi, the Pakistani pacer.
Pakistan aimed to chase down 317 runs against a formidable Australian pace attack but fell short by 79 runs.
At 236 for 7, Agha Salman and Shaheen Shah Afridi were Pakistan’s last hope at the crease. During the fourth ball of Pakistan’s 66th over, Marnus Labuschagne, stationed at short leg, engaged in a conversation with Shaheen. In his discussion, Labuschagne emphasized the significance of experiences in both the IPL and PSL while acknowledging Pakistan’s top pacer.
Pat Cummins showcased his bowling prowess for Australia, securing his second five-wicket haul in the second Test. Cummins concluded the second innings with impressive figures of 5/49 from 18 overs, building on his earlier five-wicket performance in the first innings where he conceded 48 runs in 20 overs.
There was a moment where Marnus Labuschagne, the Australian batsman, engaged in some banter with Shaheen Afridi, the Pakistani pacer.
“80 runs in 6 overs…very doable….It’s for Shaheen..I’ve seen him play IPL…Ugh…PSL..Can he..?” Labuschagne was heard saying.
The Pakistani team faced yet another letdown in their batting display, with no batsman stepping up to steer the team to victory. Both Imam ul-Haq and Babar Azam fell short, scoring 12 and 41 runs, respectively, in the second innings.
Australia’s victory not only sealed the Test series but also created an overwhelming 2-0 lead with one Test remaining. Pakistan’s aim to achieve a Test series victory in Australia remains unattainable, and their attention will now move to closing the series in a positive way.
The third Test is planned for January 3 at the Sydney Cricket Ground, as Australia wants to clinch a clean sweep of Pakistan. Additionally, the forthcoming match bears sentimental importance as it serves as the farewell Test for David Warner. The Australian batsman will wave adieu to the format in front of his hometown fans in Sydney.
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