AUS vs PAK: 1st ODI Highlights - Cummins the Hero!
Australia smashed Pakistan in the first ODI, winning by a whopping 88 runs! It was a dominant performance from the Aussies, with captain Pat Cummins leading the charge.
The match was a real rollercoaster. Pakistan won the toss and elected to field first, but they were completely outplayed by the Australian batsmen. David Warner blasted a blistering century, setting the stage for a huge total.
The Aussie bowlers then took over, taking wickets at regular intervals. Cummins was the standout performer, taking 3 crucial wickets and keeping the Pakistani batsmen under pressure. He was simply unstoppable!
Key Highlights:
- Warner's Century: David Warner was in phenomenal form, smashing 130 runs off just 104 balls. He hit 14 boundaries and 5 sixes, showing his power and class.
- Cummins' Bowling Masterclass: Pat Cummins took 3 wickets for just 36 runs, showing his mastery over the ball. His pace and accuracy were too much for the Pakistanis to handle.
- Starc's Crucial Wicket: Mitchell Starc took the crucial wicket of Babar Azam, effectively putting the brakes on any Pakistani comeback.
- A Dominant Display: Australia were simply too good on the day, outplaying Pakistan in all facets of the game.
This win sets the tone for the rest of the series. Pakistan will need to find a way to bounce back if they want to compete. It's going to be a fascinating series!