Shaheen Afridi justified Pakistan's use of spin-friendly pitches during their 2-1 ODI series win over an under-strength Australia, emphasizing home advantage tactics.
Pakistan won the ODI series 2-1 (Image Source: X/@cricketcomau)
Jun 05, 2026
09:59 am
What's the storyPakistan's ODI series win over Australia has been marred by questions over the relevance of their pitch strategy for the upcoming 2027 ODI World Cup in Africa.
The three-match series saw Pakistan employ spin-friendly pitches across Rawalpindi and Lahore, a move that was heavily criticized.
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