Pakistan Win Toss, Bowl In 2nd ODI Against Australia

Pakistan Opts To Field First, Australia Aim To Level Series

Pacer Haris Rauf Ruled Out Due To Injury

Pakistan won the toss and elected to bowl first in the second One-Day International (ODI) against Australia at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on Thursday.

The hosts made one change to their playing XI, bringing in fast bowler Mohammad Hasnain to replace Haris Rauf, who was ruled out due to an injury.

Australia, on the other hand, retained the same team that played in the first ODI, which they lost by 88 runs.

Pakistan captain Babar Azam said at the toss that the wicket was looking good for batting and he wanted to put pressure on the Australian batsmen by bowling first.

Australia captain Pat Cummins said he was happy to bat first and was confident that his team could level the series.

The second ODI is crucial for both teams, as Pakistan will be looking to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series, while Australia will be aiming to stay alive in the contest.

Australia's Batting Struggles Continue

Australia's batting struggles continued in the second ODI against Pakistan, as they were bowled out for just 172 runs in 42.5 overs.

Opener David Warner was the only Australian batsman to offer any resistance, scoring 67 runs off 85 balls.

Pakistan's bowlers were in excellent form, with Mohammad Hasnain taking 3 wickets for 40 runs and Shaheen Shah Afridi taking 2 wickets for 24 runs.

Pakistan Reaches Target With Ease

Pakistan chased down the target of 173 runs with ease, winning by 7 wickets in the 35th over.

Fakhar Zaman top-scored for Pakistan with 57 runs off 58 balls, while Imam-ul-Haq made 40 runs off 50 balls.

Australia's bowlers were unable to take wickets at regular intervals, allowing Pakistan to cruise to victory.

Pakistan Win Series 2-0

Pakistan's victory in the second ODI gives them an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series.

It is a significant achievement for Pakistan, as it is the first time they have defeated Australia in a bilateral ODI series in Pakistan.

The third and final ODI will be played on Saturday at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore.