Spin power seals Pakistan T20 international series win against Australia

After choosing to bat at Gaddafi Stadium, Pakistan posted a strong 198 for 5, thanks mainly to captain Salman Ali Agha's explosive innings and a composed finish from Usman Khan.

The hosts suffered an early setback when Sahibzada Farhan fell for five, but Agha quickly shifted the momentum. Alongside Saim Ayub, he kept the scoring rate high during the powerplay. Ayub contributed a quick 23 from 11 balls before being dismissed, and Babar Azam's early exit for two briefly slowed Pakistan.

Agha, however, continued to attack. He reached his half-century in just 25 balls and went on to score a match-defining 76 from 40 deliveries, striking eight fours and four sixes. His aggressive stand with Shadab Khan steadied the innings before Sean Abbott finally broke the partnership.

Usman Khan then ensured a powerful finish, scoring 52 from 35 balls. Shadab added a useful 28, while Mohammad Nawaz struck a rapid 10 from four deliveries as Pakistan closed on a formidable total.

Australia's chase never gathered momentum. Cameron Green top-scored with 35 off 20 balls and Matthew Short made 27, but regular wickets kept the visitors under pressure. Only Mitchell Marsh and Xavier Bartlett also reached double figures.

Pakistan's spinners dominated, with Abrar Ahmed and Shadab Khan claiming three wickets each, while Usman Tariq took two. Nawaz and Ayub chipped in with a wicket apiece as Australia were bowled out for 108 in 15.4 overs.

The victory gave Pakistan an unassailable series lead, wrapping up the contest with one match still to play.

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