Table Of Contents
Preview
Prepare for the upcoming match between Australia and Pakistan AUS vs PAK at the renowned Melbourne Cricket Ground. It is the second Test of Pakistan’s tour of Australia in 2023. Australia won the first Test match with a dominant margin of 360 runs, and they currently lead the three-match series 1-0.
Australia decided to bat after winning the toss in the first Test match, amassing a respectable 487 runs in their opening innings. Australia’s supremacy was cemented by Mitchell Marsh’s vital 90 runs, which helped to bolster David Warner’s magnificent 164-run innings at the top of the order. Pakistan found some resistance thanks to the six wickets taken by Aamer Jamal and the two wickets taken by Khurram Shahzad. Pakistan scored 271 runs in their opening innings to counter Australia’s impressive total. A hint of consistency in the top order was demonstrated by Abdullah Shafique’s 42 and Imam-ul-Haq’s 62 runs. Nonetheless, Pakistan was limited by the Australian bowling attack, which was led by Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins, and Nathan Lyon.
Australia had a big advantage going into their second innings, which they declared after scoring 233 runs at the expense of five wickets. Australia progressed thanks to Mitchell Marsh’s aggressive 63-run effort and Usman Khawaja’s tenacious 90 runs, even after David Warner was dismissed early. Australia’s attack was curbed by Khurram Shahzad of Pakistan, who claimed three wickets. In the fourth innings, Pakistan found it difficult to match Australia’s bowling power. They gave in to the strain and were bowled out for only 89 runs. Australia won by a huge 360 runs, with Josh Hazlewood and Mitchell Starc causing havoc and taking three vital wickets apiece. Saud Shakeel’s 24 runs were the sole noteworthy contribution.
AUS vs PAK
Match Information
2nd Test, Melbourne, December 26, 2023, 05:00 AM
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Australia beat Pakistan by 79 runs
Weather Report
Melbourne Cricket Ground
Pitch Report
Team Form (Last 5 matches)
Players Stats in Series
![Mitchell Marsh](https://images.cricket.com/players/10094_headshot_safari.png)
Mitchell Marsh
AUS
344 Runs
3 Matches
![David Warner](https://images.cricket.com/players/5380_headshot_safari.png)
David Warner
AUS
299 Runs
3 Matches
![Usman Khawaja](https://images.cricket.com/players/10048_headshot_safari.png)
Usman Khawaja
AUS
220 Runs
3 Matches
![Marnus Labuschagne](https://images.cricket.com/players/65083_headshot_safari.png)
207 Runs
3 Matches
![Steven Smith](https://images.cricket.com/players/4308_headshot_safari.png)
Steven Smith
AUS
194 Runs
3 Matches
![Mohammad Rizwan](https://images.cricket.com/players/20286_headshot_safari.png)
Mohammad Rizwan
PAK
193 Runs
2 Matches
![Pat Cummins](https://images.cricket.com/players/56964_headshot_safari.png)
Pat Cummins
AUS
19 Wkts
3 Matches
![Aamer Jamal](https://images.cricket.com/players/69957_headshot_safari.png)
Aamer Jamal
PAK
18 Wkts
3 Matches
![Nathan Lyon](https://images.cricket.com/players/29679_headshot_safari.png)
Nathan Lyon
AUS
13 Wkts
3 Matches
![Mitchell Starc](https://images.cricket.com/players/10053_headshot_safari.png)
Mitchell Starc
AUS
12 Wkts
3 Matches
![Josh Hazlewood](https://images.cricket.com/players/4255_headshot_safari.png)
Josh Hazlewood
AUS
11 Wkts
3 Matches
![Shaheen Afridi](https://images.cricket.com/players/66833_headshot_safari.png)
Shaheen Afridi
PAK
8 Wkts
2 Matches
![Mitchell Marsh](https://images.cricket.com/players/10094_headshot_safari.png)
Mitchell Marsh
AUS
4 Fifties
3 Matches
![Marnus Labuschagne](https://images.cricket.com/players/65083_headshot_safari.png)
3 Fifties
3 Matches
![Shan Masood](https://images.cricket.com/players/11754_headshot_safari.png)
Shan Masood
PAK
2 Fifties
3 Matches
![Agha Salman](https://images.cricket.com/players/64078_headshot_safari.png)
Agha Salman
PAK
2 Fifties
3 Matches
![Mohammad Rizwan](https://images.cricket.com/players/20286_headshot_safari.png)
Mohammad Rizwan
PAK
1 Fifty
2 Matches
![Alex Carey](https://images.cricket.com/players/63706_headshot_safari.png)
Alex Carey
AUS
1 Fifty
3 Matches
![David Warner](https://images.cricket.com/players/5380_headshot_safari.png)
David Warner
AUS
164 Runs
211 Balls Faced
![Mitchell Marsh](https://images.cricket.com/players/10094_headshot_safari.png)
Mitchell Marsh
AUS
96 Runs
130 Balls Faced
![Mitchell Marsh](https://images.cricket.com/players/10094_headshot_safari.png)
Mitchell Marsh
AUS
90 Runs
107 Balls Faced
![Usman Khawaja](https://images.cricket.com/players/10048_headshot_safari.png)
Usman Khawaja
AUS
90 Runs
190 Balls Faced
![Mohammad Rizwan](https://images.cricket.com/players/20286_headshot_safari.png)
Mohammad Rizwan
PAK
88 Runs
103 Balls Faced
![Aamer Jamal](https://images.cricket.com/players/69957_headshot_safari.png)
Aamer Jamal
PAK
82 Runs
97 Balls Faced
Probable Playing XI
Fantasy Sports Team
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AUS - 7 Cr
![](https://d13ir53smqqeyp.cloudfront.net/player-images/opta-cricket/119.png)
AUS - 8.5 Cr
![](https://d13ir53smqqeyp.cloudfront.net/player-images/863.png)
AUS - 9 Cr
![](https://d13ir53smqqeyp.cloudfront.net/player-images/1023.png)
AUS - 8 Cr
![](https://d13ir53smqqeyp.cloudfront.net/player-images/opta-cricket/1466.png)
PAK - 8.5 Cr
![](https://d13ir53smqqeyp.cloudfront.net/player-images/opta-cricket/1927.png)
PAK - 8 Cr
![](https://d13ir53smqqeyp.cloudfront.net/player-images/opta-cricket/942.png)
AUS - 7.5 Cr
![](https://d13ir53smqqeyp.cloudfront.net/player-images/partner-image/Men/1443.png)
AUS - 9 Cr
![](https://d13ir53smqqeyp.cloudfront.net/player-images/opta-cricket/1080.png)
AUS - 9 Cr
![](https://d13ir53smqqeyp.cloudfront.net/player-images/1160.png)
AUS - 9 Cr
![](https://d13ir53smqqeyp.cloudfront.net/player-images/partner-image/Men/51884.png)
PAK - 7 Cr
Player Picks
![](https://d13ir53smqqeyp.cloudfront.net/player-images/1643.png)
Alex Carey
Alex Carey is a destructive batter who could be a valuable asset behind the stumps. He smashed 106 fantasy points in the last match. He will be a key player in your team.
![](https://d13ir53smqqeyp.cloudfront.net/fc-player-images/1927.png)
Imam Ul Haq
Imam-ul-Haq is a consistent performer with the bat who can add lots of runs at the top of the order. He smashed 62 runs in the first inning in the last match and looks to reflect in this game also.
![](https://fancode.com/skillup-uploads/prod-images/2019/11/default-player-image.png)
Aamir Jamal
Aamir Jamal is a genuine fast bowler who can hit tremendously high speeds from a tall frame. He picked up seven wickets in the last match. He will again be aiming to earn hefty fantasy points in this match.
![](https://d13ir53smqqeyp.cloudfront.net/player-images/partner-image/IPL22/119-IPL.png)
David Warner
David Warner is a phenomenal batsman and also a top pick for captaincy. He is a fearless batsman and we can expect a good score from him. He garnered a dazzling knock of 164 runs in his last match.
![](https://d13ir53smqqeyp.cloudfront.net/player-images/opta-cricket/942.png)
Mitchell Marsh
Mitchell Marsh is an unquestionable choice for the captaincy. He is a marvellous batting all-rounder who can also contribute with the ball in crucial stages. He smashed 153 runs and struck a wicket in his last match.
![](https://d13ir53smqqeyp.cloudfront.net/fc-player-images/1023.png)
Usman Khawaja
Usman Khawaja is a talented batsman and his ability to play in all conditions and a dogged approach at the crease make him an incredible choice for captaincy in this match. He smashed 131 runs in his last match.
![](https://d13ir53smqqeyp.cloudfront.net/fc-player-images/1080.png)
Mitchell Starc
Mitchell Starc is a name that strikes fear into the hearts of contemporary batsmen. He has the ability to crash any batting lineup. He clinched five wickets in his last match.
![](https://d13ir53smqqeyp.cloudfront.net/fc-player-images/1160.png)
Nathan Lyon
Nathan Lyon is one of the greatest spinners of the era. We can expect a couple of wickets in the middle overs. He grabbed five wickets in his last match. He will be the best bowler at available credits to your fantasy teams.
![](https://d13ir53smqqeyp.cloudfront.net/fc-player-images/1595.png)
Khurram Shehzad
Khurram Shehzad bowled exceptionally well in the first game. He picked up five wickets in his last match. Shehzad is the top pick for his side and will look to do well in this game
![](https://d13ir53smqqeyp.cloudfront.net/player-images/1643.png)
AUS - 7 Cr
![](https://d13ir53smqqeyp.cloudfront.net/player-images/opta-cricket/119.png)
AUS - 8.5 Cr
![](https://d13ir53smqqeyp.cloudfront.net/player-images/863.png)
AUS - 9 Cr
![](https://d13ir53smqqeyp.cloudfront.net/player-images/1023.png)
AUS - 8 Cr
![](https://d13ir53smqqeyp.cloudfront.net/player-images/opta-cricket/1466.png)
PAK - 8.5 Cr
![](https://d13ir53smqqeyp.cloudfront.net/player-images/opta-cricket/1927.png)
PAK - 8 Cr
![](https://d13ir53smqqeyp.cloudfront.net/player-images/opta-cricket/942.png)
AUS - 7.5 Cr
![](https://d13ir53smqqeyp.cloudfront.net/player-images/partner-image/Men/3648.png)
PAK - 7 Cr
![](https://d13ir53smqqeyp.cloudfront.net/player-images/opta-cricket/1080.png)
AUS - 9 Cr
![](https://d13ir53smqqeyp.cloudfront.net/player-images/1160.png)
AUS - 9 Cr
![](https://d13ir53smqqeyp.cloudfront.net/player-images/partner-image/Men/51884.png)
PAK - 7 Cr
Player Picks
![](https://d13ir53smqqeyp.cloudfront.net/player-images/1643.png)
Alex Carey
Alex Carey is a destructive batter who could be a valuable asset behind the stumps. He smashed 106 fantasy points in the last match. He will be a key player in your team.
![](https://d13ir53smqqeyp.cloudfront.net/fc-player-images/1927.png)
Imam Ul Haq
Imam-ul-Haq is a consistent performer with the bat who can add lots of runs at the top of the order. He smashed 62 runs in the first inning in the last match and looks to reflect in this game also.
![](https://fancode.com/skillup-uploads/prod-images/2019/11/default-player-image.png)
Aamir Jamal
Aamir Jamal is a genuine fast bowler who can hit tremendously high speeds from a tall frame. He picked up seven wickets in the last match. He will again be aiming to earn hefty fantasy points in this match.
![](https://d13ir53smqqeyp.cloudfront.net/player-images/partner-image/IPL22/119-IPL.png)
David Warner
David Warner is a phenomenal batsman and also a top pick for captaincy. He is a fearless batsman and we can expect a good score from him. He garnered a dazzling knock of 164 runs in his last match.
![](https://d13ir53smqqeyp.cloudfront.net/player-images/opta-cricket/942.png)
Mitchell Marsh
Mitchell Marsh is an unquestionable choice for the captaincy. He is a marvellous batting all-rounder who can also contribute with the ball in crucial stages. He smashed 153 runs and struck a wicket in his last match.
![](https://d13ir53smqqeyp.cloudfront.net/fc-player-images/1023.png)
Usman Khawaja
Usman Khawaja is a talented batsman and his ability to play in all conditions and a dogged approach at the crease make him an incredible choice for captaincy in this match. He smashed 131 runs in his last match.
![](https://d13ir53smqqeyp.cloudfront.net/fc-player-images/1080.png)
Mitchell Starc
Mitchell Starc is a name that strikes fear into the hearts of contemporary batsmen. He has the ability to crash any batting lineup. He clinched five wickets in his last match.
![](https://d13ir53smqqeyp.cloudfront.net/fc-player-images/1160.png)
Nathan Lyon
Nathan Lyon is one of the greatest spinners of the era. We can expect a couple of wickets in the middle overs. He grabbed five wickets in his last match. He will be the best bowler at available credits to your fantasy teams.
![](https://d13ir53smqqeyp.cloudfront.net/fc-player-images/1595.png)
Khurram Shehzad
Khurram Shehzad bowled exceptionally well in the first game. He picked up five wickets in his last match. Shehzad is the top pick for his side and will look to do well in this game
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![Ruturaj Gaikwad](https://images.cricket.com/players/66584_headshot_safari.png)
Mitchel Marsh
All Rounder
![Ruturaj Gaikwad](https://images.cricket.com/players/66584_headshot_safari.png)
Mitchel Marsh
All Rounder
![Ruturaj Gaikwad](https://images.cricket.com/players/66584_headshot_safari.png)
Mitchel Marsh
All Rounder
![Ruturaj Gaikwad](https://images.cricket.com/players/66584_headshot_safari.png)
Mitchel Marsh
All Rounder
![Ruturaj Gaikwad](https://images.cricket.com/players/66584_headshot_safari.png)
Mitchel Marsh
All Rounder
![Ruturaj Gaikwad](https://images.cricket.com/players/66584_headshot_safari.png)
Mitchel Marsh
All Rounder
![Ruturaj Gaikwad](https://images.cricket.com/players/66584_headshot_safari.png)
Mitchel Marsh
All Rounder
![Ruturaj Gaikwad](https://images.cricket.com/players/66584_headshot_safari.png)
Mitchel Marsh
All Rounder
![Ruturaj Gaikwad](https://images.cricket.com/players/66584_headshot_safari.png)
Mitchel Marsh
All Rounder
![Ruturaj Gaikwad](https://images.cricket.com/players/66584_headshot_safari.png)
Mitchel Marsh
All Rounder
![Ruturaj Gaikwad](https://images.cricket.com/players/66584_headshot_safari.png)
Mitchel Marsh
All Rounder