What Pakistan Must Do To Save The ODI Series Against Australia

The men in green are 2-nil down against the Kangroos and hence, another defeat today will see them losing the series with two games still to go. So, here is a look at what Pakistan must do to save the ODI series against Australia.

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Open The Bowling With Junaid and Hasnain

Pakistan have tried Mohd. Amir, Mohd. Abbas and Imad Wasim with the new ball during the series so far. However, none have been able to produce the desired results. Therefore, it is about time they have a look at Junaid Khan too because we all know what he is capable of doing when on song. On the other hand even if he fails, the think-tank will at least know whether or not, he is worth selecting for World Cup.

Mohd. Hasnain looked pretty sharp with the semi new ball and for sure, rushed the Aussie openers. Hence, he deserves to be given an opportunity with the new ball today to prove his credentials.

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Let Imad Bat At Seven

Pakistan have played Faheem Ashraf at number seven and as was expected, he has disappointed big time. Imad on the other hand has batted with a better strike rate and has looked both efficient and effective. So, there or no doubt that it is about time that the green shirts let Imad bat at seven in order to ensure some quick runs during the death overs.

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Bat Second

Pakistan after winning the toss batted first during the first two ODIs and ended up miscalculating things. The green shirts only managed around 280 runs on a wicket that where 310 to 325 was supposed to be the par total. Since today’s game is in Abu Dhabi; they will be better served by chasing down a total in conditions where dew factor might come into play during the evening.