The Pakistan cricket team has arrived in Sydney from Melbourne today, gearing up for the upcoming third Test against Australia. The highly anticipated match is set to kick off on January 3rd at the iconic Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG).
With the second Test in Melbourne resulting in a 79-run victory for Australia, securing an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match Test series, the Pakistan Test squad is now focused on preparing for the final showdown. The team is scheduled to engage in a training session on January 1st and 2nd after taking a day of rest upon their arrival in Sydney.
The climax of the Boxing Day Test between Pakistan and Australia unfolded on the fourth day, as Pakistan, chasing a target of 317, found themselves bowled out for 237 in the second innings. Despite being in a promising position at one stage, needing a further 100 runs with five wickets in hand, Pakistan’s fortunes took a turn with the contentious dismissal of Mohammad Rizwan off the bowling of Pat Cummins. This sparked a collapse, and the team went from 219/5 to 237 all out.
Australia’s captain, Pat Cummins, played a pivotal role, leading from the front and securing his second ten-wicket haul in Test cricket. His outstanding performance guided Australia to a commanding victory over Pakistan.
Australia Test Squad
As the teams gear up for the final Test, cricket enthusiasts are eagerly anticipating the outcome of the series. The Australia Test squad, captained by Pat Cummins, includes players such as Scott Boland, Alex Carey, Cameron Green, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, Nathan Lyon, Mitch Marsh, Steve Smith, Mitch Starc, and David Warner.
Pakistan Test Squad
On the other side, the Pakistan Test squad, led by Shan Masood, comprises Aamir Jamal, Abdullah Shafiq, Abrar Ahmed, Babar Azam, Faheem Ashraf, Hasan Ali, Imam-ul-Haq, Mir Hamza, Mohammad Rizwan, Mohammad Wasim Jr, Saim Ayub, Salman Ali Agha, Shaheen Afridi, Saud Shakeel, Sarfaraz Ahmed, and Sajid Khan. Cricket enthusiasts are encouraged to stay updated by following the official WhatsApp channel for further information and updates.
