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Australia vs Pakistan: Third test, day 3 match highlights

Australia and Pakistan played an amazing third day of their Test match. Australia dominated, thanks to Josh Hazlewood's fantastic performance.

By Jayesh | Jan 5, 2024 | 2 Min Read

Australia and Pakistan played an amazing third day of their Test match. Australia dominated, thanks to Josh Hazlewood’s fantastic performance. At the end of the day, Pakistan had 68 runs, 7 out in their second innings, and led Australia by 82 runs. Australia had been bowled out with 299 runs in their first innings earlier. Aamer Jamal scored six wickets, an excellent achievement for Pakistan. Yet, Hazlewood’s strong performance shifted the momentum to Australia’s side.

As Pakistan took their innings, Hazlewood stood out with his impressive bowling. He claimed four wickets, which seriously rattled the team. Pakistan had a hard time finding their footing to gain a lead. By day’s end, only Mohammad Rizwan (6) and Aamer Jamal (0) remained set to bat for Pakistan.

Australia’s itching to finish Pakistan’s innings on Day 4. Down by seven wickets, Pakistan’s lead is small. Australia is eyeing an attainable chase goal. Thanks to Hazlewood’s great bowling, they now hold the reins. They’re hoping to tighten their grip in future sessions. The match gets tense. What happens next is anyone’s guess. Every eye is now on Pakistan’s batsmen. How will they manage against Australia tomorrow? Only time will tell.