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VIDEO: Players exchange shirts and equipment after a hard-fought series

After the one-off T20I, the Australian players distributed their shirts and caps to the crowds for their outstanding love and support

VIDEO: Players exchange shirts and equipment after a hard-fought series PHOTO COURTESY: PCB

The historic series between Pakistan and Australia ends with a one-off T20I at Gaddafi Stadium Lahore.

The Aussies beat Pakistan by three wickets in the last over of the game to win the final match of the tour. Australia won the Test series 1-0, while Pakistan claimed the ODI series 2-1.

Brilliant comradery scenes were witnessed throughout the tour. The visiting team enjoyed their stay in Pakistan. They received massive support from the crowd, and the Australian team and management appreciated the hospitality of Pakistan.

After the one-off T20I, the Australian players distributed their shirts and caps to the crowds for their outstanding love and support, while players were also exchanging shirts and bats.

 

At the end of a hard-fought T20I, Pakistan and Australia players exchanged shirts, caps and bats, a memorable end to a truly historic tour.#BoysReadyHain l #PAKvAUS pic.twitter.com/Y2kxFqjgKJ

— Pakistan Cricket (@TheRealPCB) April 6, 2022

 

The captain of Pakistan, Babar Azam, gave his bat to Australian opening batter Travis Head, while the captain of Australia Aaron Finch received a signed shirt from Shaheen Shah Afridi. The vice-captain of Pakistan, Shadab Khan, was also seen exchanging shirts with Australian batter Matt Renshaw.

The harmony that was witnessed between the two teams was outstanding. The Aussies are known for their aggression and sledging, but the world saw a completely different side of the Australian team.

The players will take back some unforgettable memories, and this tour has given a strong message around the world about the security and safety in Pakistan. This will open doors to many other international teams to tour Pakistan in the future.