Salman Ali Agha’s explosive innings, Pakistan set Australia a target of 199 runs.

News Room — Sat, 31 Jan 2026 14:28:29 +0000

Pakistan Vs Australia T20: In the second match of the three-match T20 series being played at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, Pakistan posted a formidable total against Australia with a powerful batting performance. Winning the toss and electing to bat first, the Pakistani team scored 198 runs for the loss of 5 wickets in their allotted 20 overs.

Early Setbacks for Pakistan

Pakistan’s start was not as expected. Opener Sahibzada Farhan returned to the pavilion after scoring just 5 runs, while former captain Babar Azam could only manage 2 runs. The early fall of wickets put the team under pressure.

Salman Ali Agha Steers the Innings

Salman Ali Agha then took charge of the innings, playing an aggressive yet balanced knock. He scored 76 runs off 40 balls, maintaining a brisk run rate throughout. Usman Khan also made a valuable contribution, scoring a useful 53 runs off 36 balls.

Lower Order Provides Strong Finish

In the final overs of the innings, Shadab Khan and Mohammad Nawaz scored quick runs to propel the team to a strong total. Shadab remained unbeaten on 28 runs, while Nawaz added 9 runs. Pakistan finished their innings with the loss of five wickets.

A Challenging Target for Australia

Following this performance, Australia faces a challenging target of 199 runs for victory. This batting display by Pakistan in home conditions could prove to be a significant challenge for the Australian team.

Pakistan Leads the Series

Pakistan won the first T20 match by 26 runs, taking a 1-0 lead in the series. The team is now focused on winning the final match to clinch the series. Spectators at the Gaddafi Stadium are eagerly anticipating Australia’s response and their performance under pressure.