Australia completed a resounding clean sweep of Pakistan in the three-match T20 International series, securing a dominant victory in the third and final match at Bellerive Oval, Hobart, on Monday.
The hosts sealed a comfortable win, chasing down Pakistan’s modest total of 118 runs in just 11.2 overs, finishing with eight wickets to spare.
The match unfolded after Pakistan won the toss and opted to bat first, but their decision quickly backfired as their batting lineup crumbled under pressure. The visitors, who had already conceded the series 2-0, were dismissed for a paltry 117 runs in 18.1 overs, falling well short of the 20-over mark. Pakistan’s struggles were evident as their top order failed to fire. Babar Azam emerged as the sole bright spot in an otherwise disastrous innings, contributing a valiant 41 runs off 28 balls. His knock, which included five boundaries, was the only resistance the Australians faced. Haseebullah Khan chipped in with 24 runs from 19 balls, but the remainder of the batting order was unable to provide the necessary support.
The Australian bowlers, led by the ever-accurate Spencer Johnson, exploited Pakistan’s vulnerabilities with precision and discipline. Key wickets fell at regular intervals, as poor shot selection and an inability to handle Australia’s relentless pace attack left Pakistan reeling. With no partnerships materializing, Pakistan’s innings never gained momentum, leaving them with no foundation to build a competitive total.
In reply, Australia’s chase was swift and clinical. Marcus Stoinis led the charge, blasting an explosive 61 runs off just 27 balls, including six towering boundaries and four sixes. His fireworks with the bat ensured that Australia reached the target in less than 12 overs, with Stoinis’ destructive power making the chase look almost effortless. Wicketkeeper-batter Josh Inglis provided solid support, contributing 27 runs off 16 balls.
Stoinis was named Player of the Match for his blistering knock, while Spencer Johnson earned the Player of the Series award for his consistently strong performances with the ball, playing a crucial role in Australia’s comprehensive series win.
With this 3-0 sweep, Australia showed their dominance, leaving Pakistan to reflect on their inability to cope with the challenges of Australian conditions and the relentless pressure from the hosts’ bowlers.
