Australia will host Pakistan for an exciting six-match white-ball series in November, comprising three ODIs and three T20Is. The much-awaited ODI leg will begin on November 4 at the famous Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). After the ODIs, the T20I series will begin in Brisbane on November 14, where both teams will be eager to showcase their talents in the shortest format of the game. This series promises to be a thrilling contest between two of the most dynamic teams in cricket.
Glenn Maxwell names the two main threats of the Pakistan team
Ahead of the upcoming white ball battle, the Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell He pointed to two major threats from the Pakistani camp. Speaking at the Australian Summer Festival in Melbourne, Maxwell highlighted that both Pakistani stars have the ability to change the game and put pressure on the opposition with their consistency and clinical skills.
Maxwell noted the former captain Babar Azambatting prowess and star pacer Shaheen Afridi‘s bowling ability, estimates that both could have a significant impact on the series.
“We must pay attention to Babar Azam; he is definitely a superstar. Shaheen Afridi is a wizard with the new ball in front. Pakistan have world-class players and we are looking forward to the challenge.” Maxwell said.
Maxwell on the unpredictability of Pakistan
Maxwell further highlighted the unpredictable nature of Pakistan’s cricket, which makes them a tough opponent in any series. Reflecting on past encounters, Maxwell highlighted how Pakistan’s inconsistency could make them dangerous on any given day.
“When you play against a team like Pakistan, their unpredictability makes it difficult to compete with them. We have had difficulties against Pakistan in the past. They can be dangerous at different times because you never know what to expect from them.” he added.
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Fans were excited for the limited edition series
The upcoming Australia-Pakistan series has already created a lot of excitement among cricket fans. With both teams boasting of world-class players and the added excitement of seeing them face off in Australia, the cricketing community is eagerly awaiting the move. The series promises to deliver high-intensity matches, with fans from both countries gearing up to witness a clash between two top-tier teams in a limited-overs format.
