Australia Clinches T20I Series Over Pakistan

Australia clinched a T20I series victory over Pakistan, with Spencer Johnson achieving a maiden five-wicket haul to lead Australia to a 13-run win in the second match at the Sydney Cricket Ground, giving them an unassailable 2-0 series lead. Pakistan struggled in their chase of 148, ultimately bowled out for 134 despite Irfan Khan's unbeaten 37, with Johnson's 5-26 dismantling their top order. Earlier, Australia elected to bat first, with Jake Fraser-McGurk and Matthew Short contributing significantly to a brisk start before Pakistan's bowlers, Haris Rauf and Abbas Afridi, restricted them to 147-9. Meanwhile, the series opener in Brisbane saw a rain-shortened match where Glenn Maxwell's 43 propelled Australia to victory, as Pakistan managed only 64-9 in response to a target of 93. Maxwell's performance highlighted Australia's aggressive stance despite the absence of several star players preparing for a Test series against India. The final match of the series is set to be played in Hobart, with Pakistan needing a win to avoid a whitewash.