Pakistan recorded a historic 3-0 series whitewash against Australia on Sunday, crushing the visitors by 111 runs in the final T20I at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore.
After electing to bat first, the Green Shirts posted a formidable 207 for 5, driven by a sharp 56-run opening knock from Saim Ayub and a steady unbeaten 50 from Babar Azam.
The innings received a late surge from Shadab Khan, who smashed 46 runs off just 19 balls, while Khawaja Nafay added a quick-fire 21 to ensure a daunting target for the tourists.
Australia’s batting line-up collapsed under a ruthless Pakistani bowling assault, with only Marcus Stoinis and Cameron Green managing to surpass the 20-run mark.
Mohammad Nawaz was the star with the ball, delivering a magnificent five-wicket haul that ripped through the middle order. Shaheen Afridi backed him up with two important wickets, while Abrar Ahmed and Naseem Shah took one apiece, completing a comprehensive victory and securing Pakistan’s first T20I series win over Australia in seven years.