PAK vs AUS: Shahid Afridi, Fakhar Zaman react after Pakistan's second ODI win over Australia

Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi and opening batter Fakhar Zaman have shared their reactions after Pakistan’s remarkable second ODI win against Australia in Adelaide on Friday, which leveled the three-match series at 1-1.

This victory marked Pakistan's first-ever ODI win at the Adelaide Oval in 28 years, making it a historic moment for the team and their supporters. The Men in Green chased down Australia's target with ease, securing a dominant nine-wicket victory on Australian soil, an achievement that has fired up the players and fans alike.

Afridi, ever the passionate supporter of Pakistan cricket, took to the social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to share his thoughts: "When a captain inspires, the team fires! What a phenomenal comeback performance by Pakistan in Adelaide – securing our first-ever nine-wicket win over world champions Australia on their home turf! This victory is a huge confidence booster for the ODIs ahead."

The former all-rounder continued, praising the team’s standout players: "The word ‘marvelous’ barely does justice to today’s stellar display from Rizwan, Haris, Shaheen, Saim, and Abdullah. Lads, keep believing in yourselves and inshallah even more successes are just around the corner."

Fakhar Zaman, who has been missing from the squad due to a controversy surrounding his tweet and exclusion from the central contract, also expressed his excitement and pride for the team’s performance.

He shared on X: "What a massive win! Huge congrats to the boys! Hats off to Haris Rauf and Saim Ayub for their incredible performances! They really brought their A-game! Shaheen Afridi."