Twitter Reactions: Australia in box seat with 300-run lead
Australia finished Day 3 with a lead of 300 runs after bowling Pakistan out for 271.
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Australia are defending the fact why they are termed as the World Champions time and again. On Day 3 of the first Test, Australia drew accolades from every cricket fanatic for their spectacular bowling performance aided perfectly by the deteriorating pitch for the batters.
The Aussies capped off a profitable day, commanding the pitch with precision bowling that restricted Pakistan to 271 all-out. Pakistan put up some promising starts, but their batters struggled to go beyond the 50-run mark, with Imam-ul-Haq's 62 emerging as the highest score, though his dismissal typified their day.
With a hefty first innings lead of 216, Pakistan needed quick breakthroughs to prevent the hosts from gaining momentum in their second innings. Khurram Shahzad's dual strikes early on gave them hope, but it was short-lived as Australia's batters took charge.
Towards the end, Aamer Jamal and Shaheen Afridi unleashed fiery spells, barraging the Aussies with aggressive bouncers. Yet, Smith and Khawaja weathered the storm, exhibiting resilience against the hostile bowling. Notably, despite enduring some body blows, Smith held his ground.
With the pitch exhibiting cracks and erratic ball behaviour, batting is set to become a daunting task. The hosts have ample time, spanning six sessions, to seize victory. The scenario points toward an enthralling culmination, with Australia positioned advantageously. As the cracks deepen and the ball misbehaves, the upcoming sessions promise a challenging contest between bat and ball, ultimately defining the outcome of this Test match.
Here's how 'X' users reacted to dominating Day 3 of AUS vs PAK 1st Test:
Australian cruising to victory in this game , Bat for a bit and give
β Darren Lehmann (@darren_lehmann) December 16, 2023
The bowlers a rest then bowl them out. 1-0 unless weather . 3-0 unless Pakistan improve with bat and ball? Thoughts ? π€·ββοΈ #AUSvPAK @cricketcomau @FoxCricket
That was too nasty. π#AUSvPAK #AUSvsPAK #PAKvAUS #PAKvsAUS https://t.co/5ndbhLeZpc
β Sharon Solomon (@BSharan_6) December 16, 2023
Great fight out there! We're ready to bounce back stronger. Tomorrow's a new day, and the challenge is on. Let's make it count! πͺπ΅π° #AUSvPAK #WTC25
β Muizz Choudhry (@MuizzChoudhry) December 16, 2023
End of Day 3!!! π
β Tanveer Ali π΅π° (@TanveerA35574) December 16, 2023
Australia are lead by 300 runs.#AUSvPAK #PAKvsAUS pic.twitter.com/sROt9ujxtJ
Good performance by Khurram and Aamir. I believe Wasim Jr. Should have played in place of Faheem Ashraf. He has that express pace we needed desperately in this game and also has reverse swing. @MHafeez22#wasimjr #AUSvPAK #optusperthtest #WestTest #khurramshehzad #AamirJamal
β Mahak Babwani (@mahaksoundai) December 16, 2023
Just check! he is our premier fast bowler. The last ball which he delivered was at 127KPH. For god sake, give him complete rest until he recovers his full rythm. @iShaheenAfridi @TheRealPCB @MHafeez22#PAKvsAUS #PAKvAUS #AUSvsPAK #AUSvPAK #ImamulHaq #ImranKhanFightingForPakistan pic.twitter.com/2DdbeIsjAV
β π πππ¬π’π ππ‘ππππ’ ποΈ π΅π° (@wasif80) December 16, 2023
Good partnership in the end. Manage to settle down. Letβs get some more runs tomorrow #AUSvPAK
β π~Mikala~π (@mikala_mc) December 16, 2023
This doesn't seem like a debut game for this lad. We may have found a good test bowler in Khurram Shehzad.#AUSvPAK #PAKvsAUS #AUSvsPAK pic.twitter.com/yIA1GIph9o
β Muskan Khan (@ArtByNarna) December 16, 2023
Shaheen Afridi looks most unlikely to take wickets amongst all the debutants and mediocre bowlers.
β khurram maqbool (@aakhurram1) December 16, 2023
Absolutely toothless #AUSvPAK #TestCricket
Hope Smith's alright after that tough blow just before stumps. Fingers crossed for a swift recovery. The tension's mounting as the match hangs in the balance! #AUSvPAK π€π
β Muizz Choudhry (@MuizzChoudhry) December 16, 2023
Steve Smith tonight#AUSvPAK pic.twitter.com/udyM3m2wKB
β Daniel (@kingy240) December 16, 2023
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