Michael Vaughan in awe of Pakistan

Former England batter Michael Vaughan has praised Pakistan’s convincing show against Australia in the second ODI where they bagged a nine-wicket victory on Friday.

Vaughan was impressed by Pakistan’s performance and highlighted the talent of rising star Saim Ayub, who made significant contributions with the bat.

Vaughan wrote on X, “Wow… now that’s a performance by Pakistan. Saim Ayub looks like a seriously talented player who will be a huge success across all formats for many years to come.”

It is worth mentioning here that Haris bagged a fifer followed by a crisp 82-run knock from the left hander Saim, Pakistan leveled the three-match series 1-1.

The southpaw smashed six maximums and five boundaries in his 71-ball knock. He was well supported by Abdullah Shafique, who scored an unbeaten 64 of 69 deliveries. Babar Azam scored 15 not out.

Adam Zampa took the only wicket for the home side, when he broke the 137-run opening stand in the 21st over.

Earlier, Haris ripped apart Australian batting lineup as they were bowled out for just 163 in 35th over.

He ended up with the figures of five for 29 from eight overs, while he was well supported by Shaheen Shah Afridi, who grabbed three wickets to end Australia’s innings in 35th over.