Australia vs Pakistan Highlights, 3rd ODI: Pakistan win by 8 wickets and seal series 2-1, Haris Rauf Wins Player of the Series

Pakistan vs Australia 3rd ODI Live Coverage ends

As the Pakistan players lift the trophy in celebration, it's a moment of triumph and pride for the side and their fans. Captain Mohammad Rizwan, having steered the team through challenges, collects the coveted series win trophy, marking a historic achievement. After 22 years, Pakistan's victory in Australia is a testament to their resilience and determination, bringing joy to fans worldwide. We fold our coverage on that note, keep following myKhel for more sports news

PAK vs AUS, 3rd ODI: Special moment for me says Mohammad Rizwan

"It's a special moment from me and the fans. As a whole team we are happy. I don't want to be captain just for the presentation or toss. I'm open to suggestions from everyone, the older players, the younger players and the backroom staff.

"I'll give all the credit to the bowlers. Australia in Australia is not easy. But Saim and Abdullah have given us a couple of great starts, too. The fans love us regardless of whether we win or lose and I really appreciate that," Says Mohammad Rizwan

Pakistan vs Australia Live, 3rd ODI: 'Completely Outplayed' Says Australia captain

"Pretty disappointing performance." Josh Inglis says. "Completely outplayed. It's up to us to get through tough periods. Really cool experience captaining Australia but pretty disappointing series".

AUS vs PAK Live Updates: Haris Rauf says we are playing for the fans

Haris Rauf after winning the awards: "This means a lot to Pakistan, because we've been struggling a lot for the last few months.

"We're playing for the fans who come to the ground every time to support us. We've been practicing a lot the past few weeks, talking among the fast bowlers, communicating well, and it's paying off."

Australia vs Pakistan Live Score: Player of the match and Player of the series

Haris Rauf is awarded Player of the Match for his spell of 2/24, including the wickets of Matt Short and Glenn Maxwell. He is also awarded the Man of the series for taking 10 wickets in three games

AUS vs PAK 3rd ODI Live Score: Match summary

• PakistanPakistan 143/2 in 26.5 overs (Saim Ayub 42 Abdullah Shafique 37, Lance Morris 2/24)
• Australia 140/9 in 31.5 overs (Sean Abbott 30, Shaheen Afridi 3/32 Naseem Shah 3/54 Haris Rauf 2/24)
• Pakistan won by 8 wickets

Pakistan vs Australia 3rd ODI Live: Pakistan win by 8 wickets

Stay tuned as the match scorecards and presentation ceremony are coming up next!

Pakistan vs Australia Live, 3rd ODI: Pakistan win ODI series in Australia after 22 years!

Pakistan's 2-1 series win in Australia marks a historic achievement, their first ODI series victory in Australia in 22 years. Babar Azam's elegant strokeplay was pivotal in sealing the series, with his confident four off Zampa securing the win.

The moment was all the more special as it was fittingly delivered by Pakistan's two star batters in the middle. Babar, who has found his groove once again, led from the front with composure, while Mohammad Rizwan, the new captain, played a crucial role in guiding the team back to winning ways after over a year of struggles.

His leadership has been instrumental in revitalizing Pakistan's white-ball campaign, leading them to a historic series win Down Under.

Pakistan 143/2 in 26.5 overs Babar Azam 28* Mohammad Rizwan 30* (Target 141); PAK win by 8 wickets to seal the series 2-1!

AUS vs PAK Live Updates: Babar Azam hits two beautiful fours!

BACK-TO-BACK BOUNDARIES! Babar Azam's elegance with the bat was on full display with two exquisite boundaries. The first came off Lance Morris, when Babar drove a full delivery with perfect timing, sending the ball straight past mid-on for a classy four.

Moments later, he produced another brilliant stroke, this time off a full delivery, effortlessly driving it past the non-striker for another flawless four. Both shots highlighted his impeccable technique and control, underlining why he is regarded as one of the most stylish batters in world cricket.

Pakistan 133/2 in 25.2 overs Babar Azam 22* Mohammad Rizwan 26* (Target 141)

Australia vs Pakistan Live Score: 100 up for Pakistan!

Mohammad Rizwan lit up the match with a stunning six off Sean Abbott in the 22.6 over. Running down the wicket, Rizwan used the momentum to power the ball high over wide mid-on, sending the Pakistani supporters into raptures. The brilliant shot added valuable runs to the scoreboard, as Rizwan continues to anchor the chase alongside Babar Azam.

Pakistan 115/2 in 23.2 overs Babar Azam 17* Mohammad Rizwan 13* (Target 141)

AUS vs PAK 3rd ODI Live Score: Pakistan inch towards 100

Despite the two quick wickets, the experienced Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan are steadily guiding Pakistan closer to victory. The duo is keeping the scoreboard ticking with well-placed singles and occasional boundaries

Babar displayed his class with a beautiful on-drive for four, taking advantage of an overpitched delivery.

Pakistan 97/2 in 20.4 overs Babar Azam 8* Mohammad Rizwan 4* (Target 141)

Pakistan vs Australia 3rd ODI Live: Lance Morris strikes again!

TWO WICKETS IN THE OVER! Pakistan loses another wicket as Saim Ayub falls to Lance Morris, bowled for 42 after dragging a short-of-length delivery onto his stumps.

Morris, with two breakthroughs in the over, has injected some life back into Australia's defense, dismissing both openers within six balls. With Pakistan now at 85/2, captain Mohammad Rizwan strides in to join Babar Azam, tasked with stabilizing the innings as they continue their pursuit of a manageable target.

Pakistan 89/2 in 18.4 overs Babar Azam 5* Mohammad Rizwan 0* (Target 141)

PAK vs AUS, 3rd ODI: Pakistan lose first wicket!

Pakistan loses their first wicket at 84 as Abdullah Shafique is dismissed by Lance Morris, who claims a sharp caught-and-bowled. Shafique, after a well-crafted 37 off 53 balls, drove a full delivery firmly but straight back to Morris, who held onto it with safe hands, breaking the opening stand.

With this breakthrough, Babar Azam steps in to join Saim Ayub at the crease, bringing his calm presence to continue the chase. Pakistan still looks in control

Pakistan 85/1 in 17.5 overs Saim Ayub 42* Babar Azam 1* (Target 141)

Pakistan vs Australia Live, 3rd ODI: Pak cruise towards series win

Pakistan inches closer to victory, cruising at 84/0 as Adam Zampa enters the attack in the 17th over. The openers, Abdullah Shafique and Saim Ayub, are comfortably rotating strike, with Ayub nearing his half-century on 42 off 51 balls.

Despite Australia's efforts to break through, the pitch is playing easy, favoring Pakistan's steady chase. Abdullah and Saim have shown control against both pace and spin, capitalizing on loose deliveries and expertly managing quick singles. The series win is now firmly within reach for Pakistan as they need just 57 more runs.

Pakistan 84/0 in 17 overs Saim Ayub 42* Abdullah Shafique 37* (Target 141)

AUS vs PAK Live Updates: Match interrupted momentarily

Pakistan's openers continued to assert themselves, with Abdullah Shafique and Saim Ayub each finding the boundary in Sean Abbott's over. Saim Ayub showcased his aggression by stepping down the pitch to punch a short-of-length delivery straight past mid-off, racing away for four. Shafique followed with a powerful pull through midwicket, beating Hardie's leap.

The match paused briefly as Saim Ayub, standing at the non-striker's end, was struck by a deflected ball after a fielder's direct-hit attempt bounced unexpectedly. Despite the temporary halt, Pakistan remains in control, needing just 70 more runs from 36 overs.

Pakistan 74/0 in 14.4 overs Saim Ayub 39* Abdullah Shafique 31* (Target 141)

Australia vs Pakistan Live Score: Saim Ayub pulls another boundary!

Saim Ayub maintained his momentum, dispatching Sean Abbott's short delivery for a well-controlled boundary through deep square leg. He executed the pull with finesse, evading Philippe's diving effort to stop it.

Lance Morris has now joined the attack, bringing fresh energy and pace, but Pakistan's openers are holding steady with just 80 more runs needed from 37 overs

Pakistan 61/0 in 13 overs Saim Ayub 33* Abdullah Shafique 24* (Target 141)

AUS vs PAK 3rd ODI Live Score: 50 up for Pakistan!

Pakistan bring up their fifty with solid intent as Abdullah Shafique and Saim Ayub reach this milestone unscathed. Despite Australia's early attempts to apply pressure, Pakistan's openers stay composed.

Ayub gets a bit of luck when Sean Abbott's delivery, a free hit, results in a lofted shot toward square leg that Spencer Johnson fails to grab-turning into a six as it bounces over the rope. The chase continues with Pakistan firmly in control, showing patience and seizing chances when they come.

Pakistan 55/0 in 11.4 overs Saim Ayub 28* Abdullah Shafique 22* (Target 141)

PAK vs AUS, 3rd ODI: Abdullah Shafique pulls a SIX!

SIX! Abdullah Shafique sends the crowd roaring as he pulls a short ball from Sean Abbott over fine leg for six! Although he wasn't fully in control, the top-edge carried far enough to clear the boundary, offering Pakistan a release of pressure as they continue their composed chase.

Meanwhile, Saim Ayub and Shafique stay watchful against Spencer Johnson, carefully negotiating his overs on this lively pitch.

Pakistan 38/0 in 9 overs Saim Ayub 17* Abdullah Shafique 18* (Target 141)

Pakistan vs Australia Live, 3rd ODI: Saim Ayub hits another boundary

Saim Ayub finds a streaky boundary off Spencer Johnson's bowling, getting a bit of luck as the ball catches the inner half of his bat and flies over square leg, narrowly evading Hardie's outstretched hand before trickling to the rope.

This boundary provides some relief to Pakistan's cautious start, gradually chipping away at the modest target with patient batting against the Australian pacers.

Pakistan 30/0 in 7.3 overs Saim Ayub 15* Abdullah Shafique 12* (Target 141)

AUS vs PAK Live Updates: Pakistan openers show patience with no scoreboard pressure

Pakistan's openers, Saim Ayub and Abdullah Shafique, are patiently seeing off the early movement from the Australian pacers on this fast surface.

Both have been watchful, defending well and leaving deliveries, with Ayub getting off the mark with a confident flick for four. Stoinis and Johnson have bowled with good pace and accuracy, but Pakistan's openers remain resolute, keeping the score moving slowly but steadily.

Pakistan 22/0 in 5 overs Saim Ayub 11* Abdullah Shafique 9* (Target 141)

Australia vs Pakistan Live Score: Saim Ayub hits first boundary for Pakistan

FIRST BOUNDARY FOR PAKISTAN! Saim Ayub gets off the mark in style, flicking a poor length delivery from Marcus Stoinis, who bowls the second over, down the leg side to the fine-leg fence for a boundary. The ball slides down and Ayub nonchalantly places it away for four.

Spencer Johnson continues to bother at the other end as he moves it away from southpaw Ayub consistently

Pakistan 11/0 in 3 overs Saim Ayub 7* Abdullah Shafique 4* (Target 141)

PAK vs AUS, 3rd ODI: Pakistan chase begins

Pakistan begin their chase with Saim Ayub taking strike while left-arm pacer Spencer Johnson finds bounce and rhythm from the word go! It's going to be tough early overs for the two Pak openers

Pakistan 0/0 in 0.3 over Saim Ayub 0* Abdullah Shafique 0* (Target 141)

AUS vs PAK Live Updates: Pakistan chase to begin

Pakistan's chase of a mere 141 runs is all set to begin as Saim Ayub and Abdullah Shafique walked out in the middle to start the innings together for the third time this series.

Australia vs Pakistan Live Score: Pakistan bowling card

Pakistan's best bowling spells

• Shaheen Afridi 3/32
• Naseem Shah 3/54
• Haris Rauf 2/24
• Mohammad Hasnain 1/24

AUS vs PAK 3rd ODI Live Score: Australia scorecard

Australia 140/9 in 31.5 overs

• Sean Abbott 30
• Matt Short 22
• Adam Zampa 13

Pakistan vs Australia 3rd ODI Live: AUS bowled out for 140!

AUSTRALIA ARE ALL OUT FOR 140! Shaheen Shah Afridi strikes twice as Australia falters by the 32nd over.First, he gets Sean Abbott, who spooned a shot straight to Haris Rauf at mid-on. Afridi rolls his fingers over the ball, and Abbott's misjudgment leaves him caught for 30.

Next, Afridi delivers a full, seaming ball to Lance Morris that knocks back his off stump. Morris is gone for a duck while Connolly didn't come out to bat again, folding Aussie innings.

Australia 140/9 in 31.5 overs Spencer Johnson 12*

PAK vs AUS, 3rd ODI: Australia inch towards 150

SIX! Australia gained some valuable runs in the last two overs, thanks to a couple of well-timed boundaries. Spencer Johnson played a stylish cut shot off Haris Rauf, sending the ball to the boundary for four.

He followed that up with another boundary, carving a short ball from Rauf wide of third. Abbott also joined the party, smashing a six over midwicket off Naseem Shah, just clearing the boundary rope.

Australia 140/7 in 31 overs Sean Abbott 30* Spencer Johnson 12*

Pakistan vs Australia Live, 3rd ODI: Australia lose 7th wicket!

OUT! Naseem Shah has picked up another crucial wicket for Pakistan, dismissing Adam Zampa for 13. Zampa had been struggling, and while he tried to cut a full-length ball, he didn't make solid contact, instead caressing it straight to Saim Ayub at backward point.

Naseem's bowling continues to impress, with his pace and movement troubling the Australian batters throughout as Spencer Johnson joins Abbott at the crease

Australia 119/7 in 27.4 overs Sean Abbott 21* Spencer Johnson 0*

AUS vs PAK Live Updates: Shaheen Afridi injured

Shaheen Shah Afridi is in visible pain after injuring his left hand while attempting to field a throw during the 25th over. He tried to catch the ball on the bounce, but it bounced higher than expected, grazing his left thumb.

Babar Azam immediately checked on Afridi, and the physio was called as Afridi seemed to be in discomfort. Wasim Akram, in the commentary box, speculated that the bowler may have dislocated his finger.

Despite this, Afridi continues to bowl through the pain, with the over yielding just 2 runs. He is not comfortable but willing to continue

Australia 113/6 in 25.5 overs Sean Abbott 15* Adam Zampa 13*

Australia vs Pakistan Live Score: Australia cross three-figure mark

Australia scores 7 runs in the 23rd over, taking their total past 100. Sean Abbott played a superb pull shot for four off Shaheen Shah Afridi, a perfect swivel around rib-height that sizzled the turf.

Adam Zampa also found some luck, getting an edge off Mohammad Hasnain, which flew over slip for another boundary. Hasnain and Afridi, however, bowled tightly while Hasnain was especially economical, mixing up his lengths, but Abbott's pull shot was the highlight of the over.

Australia 111/6 in 25 overs Sean Abbott 14* Adam Zampa 13*