Second ODI: Pakistan secures emphatic win over Australia

ADELAIDE: Pakistan registered an emphatic win against Australia in the second match of the ongoing three-match bilateral series. Pakistan, which bundled out Australia for just 163 runs, managed to reach the target in just 26.3 overs with the loss of one wicket. Pacer Haris Rauf, who picked up five wickets, was named player of the match.

Score: Australia 165-10 (35), Pakistan 169-1 (26.3)

Chasing a small target of 164, Pakistan got off to a great start, thanks to its openers. Openers Saim Ayub (82 off 71) and Abdullah Shafique (64 off 69) amassed 137 runs for the first wicket. However, Saim Ayub's century hopes were dashed as he was dismissed by spinner Adam Zampa. Following this, star batter Babar Azam (15 off 20) joined Abdullah Shafique at the crease to take Pakistan across the finish line.