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Pakistan‘s cricket team won the historic ODI series against Australia in a dominating fashion. On November 10, 2024, they achieved this remarkable feat by defeating Australia by eight wickets in the third ODI at Perth Stadium, clinching the series 2-1. This victory marks a significant turnaround for Pakistan, especially after a challenging start to the year, and it comes during Mohammad Rizwan‘s inaugural series as captain.
A series dominated by Pakistan
Throughout the series, Pakistan displayed exceptional form in all three matches. Despite a narrow loss in the first ODI at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, where Australia edged them out thanks to Pat Cummins‘ performance, Pakistan rebounded spectacularly. In the second ODI at Adelaide Oval, they bowled Australia out for just 163 and chased down the target with ease, winning by nine wickets. The final match showcased their dominance as they restricted Australia to a mere 140 runs, with Haris Rauf leading the bowling attack and claiming ten wickets across the series. The opening pair of Saim Ayub and Abdullah Shafique provided solid starts in both victories, ensuring that Pakistan capitalized on their bowlers’ efforts.
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Pakistan’s first ever ODI series win in Australia
Pakistan’s previous ODI series win in Australia came back in 2002. Under the captaincy of Waqar Younis, Pakistan faced a challenging Australian side but managed to clinch the series 2-1. After losing the first match, they bounced back to win two consecutive games, showcasing their resilience and skill. This series was characterized by low-scoring matches, with bowlers from both sides playing pivotal roles. Shoaib Akhtar was adjudged the player of the series picking up 7-wickets in 3 matches. The victory was celebrated as a significant achievement for Pakistan cricket, establishing their competitive spirit in Australian conditions.
The ground breaking 2024 series victory
Fast forward to 2024, and Pakistan’s recent triumph is even more remarkable given the context of their previous performances. After suffering defeats in earlier Test series against Bangladesh at home, this ODI series win serves as a testament to their growth and determination.
The third ODI saw Pakistan’s fast bowlers excel again; Shaheen Afridi and Naseem Shah each took three wickets, dismantling Australia’s batting lineup effectively. Babar Azam and Rizwan then guided the team home with a composed partnership after solid contributions from the openers.
This historic win not only breaks a long-standing drought but also sets a positive tone for Pakistan as they prepare for upcoming T20 matches against Australia and look ahead to the ICC Champions Trophy in early 2025. With newfound confidence and a strong squad, Pakistan aims to build on this success as they continue their cricketing journey.
