Minhas’ five-wicket haul on ODI debut earns Pakistan five-wicket win over Australia
Arafat Minhas made a remarkable ODI debut for Pakistan, taking five wickets and helping secure a five-wicket victory over Australia. He became the first Pakistani bowler to achieve a five-wicket haul on debut, finishing with figures of 5-32. Pakistan's successful chase was bolstered by significant contributions from Babar Azam and Ghazi Ghori, leading to a 1-0 series lead.
- ▪Arafat Minhas took five wickets on his ODI debut, becoming the first Pakistan player to do so.
- ▪Australia was dismissed for 200 runs, while Pakistan chased down the target with a score of 202-5.
- ▪Babar Azam scored 69 runs and Ghazi Ghori contributed 65 runs in the successful chase.
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