Australia Beat Pakistan in ICC Mens CWC 2023 Match
In an electrifying cricket clash between Australia and Pakistan, it was Australia that emerged victorious in a thrilling contest. The match was packed with breathtaking performances, with standout moments from both sides leading Australia beat Pakistan.
- Location – Mangalam Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
- Date – 20th October 2023
- Score Summary:
- Australia 367/9 in 50 overs: David Warner (163), Mitchell Marsh (121), Mahmudullah(46), Adam Zampa (4-53).
- Pakistan 305 all out in 45.3 overs: Abdullah Shafique (64), Imam-ul-Haq (70), Mohammad Rizwan (46), Shaheen Shah Afridi (5-54), Haris Rauf(3-83).
- Man Of the Match – David Warner (Australia) (Scored 163 runs in 124 balls)
Australia’s Innings:
Australia won the toss and opted to bat first. Their opening pair set the tone for an explosive innings. Star batsman David Warner and Mitchell Marsh Gill provided a breathtaking start, showcasing remarkable cricketing prowess. Warner’s dynamic performance was a sight to behold, as he smashed his way to a remarkable 163 runs from 124 balls. His innings was studded with 14 boundaries and an incredible 9 towering sixes. Gill, too, contributed significantly with 26 runs to his name.
The Australian star batsman was eventually caught by Haris Rauf, but his spectacular knock had already set a solid foundation. Mitchell Marsh stepped up and continued the onslaught, hammering 121 runs from 108 balls. His innings featured 10 fours and 9 massive sixes, anchoring the middle phase of Australia’s innings. Despite the brief dismissal of Steven Smith and Marcus Stoinis, who contributed 7 and 21 runs, respectively, Australia’s batting force kept the scoreboard ticking.
Josh Inglis and Marnus Labuschagne played vital cameos, with 13 and 8 runs, respectively. Pat cummins and Adam Zampa ensured Australia finished their innings at a formidable total of 367/9 in 50 overs. It was an exceptional display of power-hitting and tactical batting by Australia.
Pakistan’s Innings:
Facing a challenging target of 368, Pakistan began their innings with Abdullah Shafique and Imam-ul-Haq. The openers provided a solid start, with Shafique scoring 64 runs from 61 balls, featuring 7 boundaries and 2 sixes. Imam-ul-Haq, with 70 runs to his name, played a vital role in the early phase of Pakistan’s innings, ensuring they stayed on track.
However, Pakistan’s chase was derailed as the Australian bowlers started to find their rhythm. Adam Zampa emerged as the pick of the bowlers, taking 4 crucial wickets for his side. He dismissed Pakistan’s captain, Babar Azam, for 18 and claimed the wicket of Mohammad Rizwan, who had scored a well-fought 46. Zampa’s spin bowling proved to be a challenging proposition for the Pakistani batsmen.
Saud Shakeel and Iftikhar Ahmed contributed valuable runs to the team, with 30 and 26 runs, respectively. However, the fall of wickets at regular intervals kept Pakistan under pressure. Mohammad Nawaz chipped in with 14 runs but fell to Zampa’s guile.
As the match entered its final phases, the Australian bowlers continued to exert pressure. Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood picked up key wickets, adding to Pakistan’s woes. Hazlewood dismissed Usama Mir, who went for a duck, Shaheen Shah Afridi was dismissed by Cummins for a mere 10 runs and Hasan Ali, who contributed 8 runs was dismissed by Starc, ensuring Pakistan’s chances dwindled.
In a last-ditch effort, the Pakistan team tried to make a difference but was unable to save the day for Pakistan. Pakistan’s innings concluded at 305 runs, just shy of Australia’s total. It was an intense and closely fought contest, with Australia ultimately emerging victorious.
Key Performer: David Warner leading Australia Beat Pakistan
The standout performer of the match was undoubtedly David Warner. His breathtaking innings of 163 runs from 124 balls, featuring 14 boundaries and 9 colossal sixes, set the stage for Australia’s imposing total. Warner’s aggressive yet calculated approach allowed Australia to dominate from the outset. His partnership with Mitchell Marsh laid the foundation for a challenging target, and his contribution was pivotal in Australia’s win.
In a match filled with remarkable moments, David Warner’s explosive innings truly stood out as a testament to his prowess as one of the world’s finest opening batsmen.
This match between Australia and Pakistan delivered cricketing excitement at its best. Australia’s powerful batting display, led by David Warner and Mitchell Marsh, set up a daunting target, and their bowlers defended it valiantly. While Pakistan showed resilience, it was Australia’s day in the end. This thrilling contest serves as a reminder of the enthralling cricket World Cup and the extraordinary talent it showcases.
CWC 2023 Summary after this match
| TEAMS | M | W | L | T | N/R | PT | NRR | Series Form | Next | For | Against | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.NEW ZEALAND | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 1.923 | WWWW | vs IND | 1141/179.1 | 889/200.0 | ||||||||
| 2.INDIA | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 1.659 | WWWW | vs NZ | 927/148.2 | 918/200.0 | ||||||||
| 3.SOUTH AFRICA | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1.385 | LWW | vs BAN | 946/143.0 | 748/143.0 | ||||||||
| 4.AUSTRALIA | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | -0.193 | WWLL | vs NED | 958/185.2 | 1026/191.2 | ||||||||
| 5.PAKISTAN | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | -0.456 | LLWW | vs AFG | 1127/198.2 | 1108/180.3 | ||||||||
| 6.ENGLAND | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | -0.084 | LWL | vs SL | 861/150.0 | 794/136.2 | ||||||||
| 7.BANGLADESH | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | -0.784 | LLLW | vs SA | 886/184.4 | 1029/184.2 | ||||||||
| 8.NETHERLANDS | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | -0.993 | WLL | vs AUS | 673/143.0 | 815/143.0 | ||||||||
| 9.AFGHANISTAN | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | -1.250 | LWLL | vs PAK | 851/200.0 | 934/169.4 | ||||||||
| 10.SRI LANKA | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -1.532 | LLL | vs ENG | 879/150.0 | 988/133.4 | ||||||||
