DUBAI: Pakistan thrashed Australia by 221 runs in the first Test match of their two-Test series at Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday evening.
Left-arm spinner Zulfiqar Babar took seven wickets in the Test, two in the first innings and five in the second.
Debutant leg-spin bowler Yasir Shah also took seven wickets, three in the first innings and four in the second.
With this win, Pakistan left India behind in ICC rankings. This is Pakistan’s second consecutive win against Australia. Â Pakistan beat Australia in the second Test of their two-match series in England under the captaincy of Salman Butt in 2010.
Younis Khan got the man-of-the-match award for his two centuries in the match. He scored 106 in the first innings and 103 not out in the second.
Besides, Sarfraz Ahmad scored 109 in the first innings. Ahmed Shehzad scored 131 in the second innings.
Dear TNT Reader,
At The News Tribe, our mission is to bring you free, independent, and unbiased news and content that keeps you informed and empowered. We are committed to upholding the highest standards of journalism, as we understand that we are a platform for truth.
Apart from independent global news coverage, we also commit our unique focus on the Muslim world. In an age marked by the troubling rise of Islamophobia and widespread misrepresentation of Muslims in Western media, we strive to provide accurate and fair coverage.
But to continue doing so, we need your support. Even a small donation of 1$ can make a big difference. Your contribution will help us maintain the quality of our news and counteract the negative narratives that are so prevalent.
Please consider donating today to ensure we can keep delivering the news that matters. Together, we can make a positive impact on the world, and work towards a more inclusive, informed global society.
Donate Monthly Subscription Annual Subscription
