The Pakistan vs Australia 3rd T20I Highlight summed up a series that slipped completely out of Australia’s control. Pakistan completed a stunning 3-0 sweep in Lahore, closing with a brutal 111-run win that underlined the gap between the sides on turning surfaces. Pakistan’s batters set the tone once again with a record total, before Shaheen Shah Afridi and Mohammad Nawaz tore through Australia in a collapse that felt inevitable almost from the start. It was not just a series win, but a statement of dominance, confidence, and control, while Australia were left searching for answers ahead of the World Cup.
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History Making, and Shame on Aussies
This series crossed the line from competitive into historic. Pakistan’s 111-run victory was their heaviest T20I win over Australia and Australia’s biggest defeat in the format. Across three matches, Pakistan outscored Australia by 217 runs, a margin rarely seen in bilateral T20I series. Australia lost by 90 runs twice before collapsing again in the finale, becoming only the second full-member team to suffer back-to-back defeats by such margins. For Pakistan, it ended a long drought against Australia in T20Is. For Australia, it was a humbling reminder of how unforgiving these conditions can be.
Pakistan post their highest T20I total against Australia 💪
2️⃣0️⃣7️⃣ on the board 🏏
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— Pakistan Cricket (@TheRealPCB) February 1, 2026
Shaheen and Nawaz Closing the Gate for Real
Shaheen Shah Afridi’s return added a sharp edge that Australia simply could not handle. Back in the XI, he struck twice in his opening spell, removing Mitchell Marsh and Matt Renshaw to snuff out any early hope. Mohammad Nawaz then took over completely. His spell of 5 for 18 was not only match-defining but record-levelling. Nawaz became just the second Pakistan bowler after Umar Gul to take multiple five-wicket hauls in T20Is, and only the second bowler ever to claim a five-for against Australia in the format. Together, Shaheen and Nawaz shut the gate firmly.
Perfect start to the second innings ⚡@iShaheenAfridi and @mnawaz94 causing havoc early for the Aussie batters 🎯
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— Pakistan Cricket (@TheRealPCB) February 1, 2026
An Out is an Out, Just Go
Australia’s innings was filled with moments that briefly hinted at resistance, only to fade instantly. Cameron Green tried to anchor again, adding 22 this time after scores of 36 and 35 earlier in the series. Marcus Stoinis also chipped in, but even when batters survived a few overs, the asking rate kept climbing. Partnerships never grew. Australia’s highest stand in the entire series was just 44, and in the third match, they crashed to 16 for 3 inside three overs. Even when someone stayed in, the outcome never felt in doubt.
☝🏻 LBW confirmed! Abrar Ahmed strikes, Mitchell Owen reviews but it’s OUT 😎#PAKvAUS | #MateWeAreReady | #BackTheBoysInGreen pic.twitter.com/6AXUX6oAzn
— Pakistan Cricket (@TheRealPCB) February 1, 2026
Mohammad Nawaz is in the Zone Bowling
Nawaz’s bowling across the series bordered on unplayable. He was the leader of a spin unit that collected 22 wickets, the most ever by spinners in a three-match men’s T20I series. In the final game, Nawaz varied his pace and trajectory with precision, drawing batters forward before beating them in the air. His five wickets ripped the heart out of Australia’s chase, and his figures capped a series where Pakistan spinners claimed all ten wickets in one match, a first for both Pakistan and Australia in T20Is.
🌟 INCREDIBLE BOWLING 🌟@mnawaz94 is only the second Pakistan bowler to take 2️⃣ T20I five-wicket hauls! 🎯#PAKvAUS | #MateWeAreReady | #BackTheBoysInGreen pic.twitter.com/MPU0mVh8x9
— Pakistan Cricket (@TheRealPCB) February 1, 2026
Pakistan Really Writing Pages
Records kept falling as Pakistan piled on the pressure. Their 207 for 6 in the third T20I was their first ever 200-plus total against Australia, surpassing the 198 they posted just a day earlier. Babar Azam returned to form with a fluent unbeaten fifty, while Saim Ayub continued his aggressive series with another half-century. Shadab Khan’s late surge, smashing 46 off 19 balls, ensured there was no easing off. Pakistan did not just win matches, they rewrote their own history against Australia.
🚨 STATS & MILESTONES ALERT 🔢
➡️ First team to dismiss Australia below 100 three times in T20Is
➡️ First team to register a series sweep over Australia twice in a 3-match T20I series
➡️ @mnawaz94 became the first 🇵🇰 bowler and second overall to take a T20I five-wicket haul vs… pic.twitter.com/Sh3TiNXAVb— Pakistan Cricket (@TheRealPCB) February 1, 2026
Stying the Win, who are the Keys
This sweep was built on balance. Salman Agha’s leadership was calm and decisive, repeatedly choosing to bat first and trusting his side’s blueprint. The top order laid platforms, the middle order accelerated, and the bowlers executed ruthlessly. Shaheen’s pace, Nawaz’s control, and support from Abrar Ahmed and Shadab meant Australia were constantly under threat. Even when Australia shuffled their XI, Pakistan’s approach never changed. It was one-sided, but few expected it to tilt this heavily in Pakistan’s favor.
📸 W I N N E R S 🏆
Pakistan reign supreme at the Gaddafi Stadium 🏏🏟️#PAKvAUS | #MateWeAreReady | #BackTheBoysInGreen pic.twitter.com/AQkztpbe2Z
— Pakistan Cricket (@TheRealPCB) February 1, 2026
Pakistan vs Australia 3rd T20I Match Result：Scorecard
| Pakistan | Australia |
| 207/6 | 96(16.5) |
Unexpected to be Honest, how Australia…
Australia’s struggles raise uncomfortable questions. Their batters looked uncertain against spin, shot selection was poor, and no one crossed 36 in the entire series. It was the first T20I series in which Australia failed to register a single fifty. While Cameron Green showed promise, the lack of support around him was glaring. Rankings offer little comfort after such defeats, and a 3-0 sweep was unthinkable before the tour. Australia will hope this is a low point rather than a trend. Your Pakistan vs Australia 3rd T20I Highlight also the last match highlight is ending now.
