PAK vs AUS: Pakistan defeats Australia in Adelaide after 28 years to level series 1-1

Pakistan triumphed over Australia by nine wickets in the second ODI at Adelaide, leveling the three-match series at 1-1. This victory marked a historic achievement for Pakistan, as they secured their first ODI win at the iconic Adelaide Oval in 28 years.

Winning the toss, Pakistan chose to field, a decision that proved to be a masterstroke as their bowlers delivered a sensational performance. Haris Rauf spearheaded the attack with a blistering spell, claiming 5 wickets for just 29 runs in 8 overs, restricting Australia to a mere 163 runs. His spell was the highlight of a disciplined bowling display, with the rest of the Pakistani bowlers also contributing effectively.

Saim Ayub played a brilliant knock of 82 runs off 71 deliveries, featuring five boundaries and six sixes, at a strike rate of 115.49. Abdullah Shafique also scored his maiden ODI fifty, contributing significantly to the Men in Green's commanding position. Babar Azam then sealed the victory with a powerful six, bringing the match to a thrilling conclusion.

Pakistan's bowlers dominated the Australian batting lineup, who struggled to get going on a challenging surface. This victory not only leveled the series but also gave Pakistan a significant boost in their quest to take the series lead in the final ODI.

The win at Adelaide was particularly special as it broke a 28-year winless streak at the ground. The last time Pakistan triumphed here was in 1996, under the captaincy of Wasim Akram, when Saqlain Mushtaq played a pivotal role by taking 5 wickets in the historic win.

With the series tied at 1-1, all eyes are on the thrilling decider as the third ODI is set to take place in Perth on November 10.

Pakistan Playing XI: Abdullah Shafique, Saim Ayub, Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan(wk/c), Kamran Ghulam, Agha Salman, Irfan Khan, Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, Haris Rauf, Mohammad Hasnain

Australia Playing XI: Matthew Short, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Steven Smith, Josh Inglis(w), Marnus Labuschagne, Glenn Maxwell, Aaron Hardie, Pat Cummins(c), Mitchell Starc, Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood