Introduction
The cricketing rivalry between Pakistan and Australia has always been a thrilling contest, filled with competitive matches and individual brilliance. Their recent series was no exception, featuring close encounters, breathtaking performances, and historical moments Pakistan National Cricket Team vs. Australian Men’s Cricket Team.
This article provides a detailed match-by-match analysis, complete scorecards, key player performances, and statistical highlights of the ODI and T20I series between the Pakistan National Cricket Team and the Australian Men’s Cricket Team.
ODI Series Overview
The three-match ODI series saw both teams battling for dominance, with Pakistan seeking redemption after their previous losses to Australia on Australian soil. The series was closely contested, with each match showcasing high-quality cricket.
1st ODI: Pakistan vs. Australia – Melbourne Cricket Ground (November 4, 2024)
Result: Australia won by 2 wickets
Match Summary:
Pakistan, batting first, struggled against Australia’s disciplined bowling attack, managing to post only 203 runs. Babar Azam was the top scorer with 37 runs, while lower-order contributions from Naseem Shah (40) helped Pakistan reach a competitive total.
In response, Australia had a solid start but faced a dramatic collapse in the middle overs. However, a composed innings by Pat Cummins (32*) guided the home team to victory.
Full Scorecard:
Pakistan Innings: 203 all out (45.2 overs)
| Batsman | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Dismissal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Babar Azam | 37 | 55 | 4 | 1 | c Carey b Starc |
| Naseem Shah | 40 | 32 | 3 | 2 | Not Out |
Australia Bowling:
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
| Mitchell Starc | 10 | 40 | 3 | 4.00 |
| Pat Cummins | 9 | 35 | 2 | 3.88 |
Australia Innings: 204/8 (48.3 overs)
| Batsman | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Dismissal |
| Pat Cummins | 32* | 31 | 3 | 1 | Not Out |
Pakistan Bowling:
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
| Haris Rauf | 10 | 67 | 3 | 6.70 |
| Shaheen Afridi | 9 | 42 | 2 | 4.67 |
2nd ODI: Pakistan vs. Australia – Adelaide Oval (November 8, 2024)
Result: Pakistan won by 9 wickets
Match Summary:
Pakistan bounced back with an emphatic win, dismissing Australia for just 163 runs. Haris Rauf’s brilliant five-wicket haul dismantled the Australian batting lineup.
Pakistan’s chase was clinical, with Saim Ayub’s 82-run knock leading them to victory in just 27 overs.
Full Scorecard:
Australia Innings: 163 all out (38.5 overs)
| Batsman | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Dismissal |
| Steven Smith | 35 | 45 | 4 | 0 | b Rauf |
Pakistan Bowling:
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
| Haris Rauf | 10 | 29 | 5 | 2.90 |
| Shaheen Afridi | 8 | 26 | 3 | 3.25 |
Pakistan Innings: 164/1 (26.3 overs)
| Batsman | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Dismissal |
| Saim Ayub | 82 | 71 | 9 | 6 | c Smith b Starc |
| Abdullah Shafique | 64* | 69 | 5 | 1 | Not Out |
3rd ODI: Pakistan vs. Australia – Perth Stadium (November 10, 2024)
Result: Pakistan won by 8 wickets
Match Summary:
With the series on the line, Pakistan’s bowlers dominated yet again, restricting Australia to 140 runs. Haris Rauf continued his dream run with another outstanding performance.
Pakistan’s chase was a mere formality, completed in just 22 overs with Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan finishing the job comfortably.
Full Scorecard:
Australia Innings: 140 all out (31.5 overs)
Pakistan Bowling:
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
| Haris Rauf | 8 | 22 | 4 | 2.75 |
| Shaheen Afridi | 7 | 30 | 3 | 4.28 |
Pakistan Innings: 141/2 (22.1 overs)
| Batsman | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Dismissal |
| Babar Azam | 48* | 51 | 6 | 1 | Not Out |
| Mohammad Rizwan | 39* | 37 | 4 | 1 | Not Out |
Conclusion
Pakistan’s series victory was a historic moment, marking their first ODI series win in Australia in over two decades. Haris Rauf’s exceptional bowling performances earned him the Player of the Series award.
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