Australia faced Pakistan in the second Twenty20 international at the SCG, and the match started with a bang. Haris Rauf entered the bowling attack, and Australia quickly reached a remarkable milestone, scoring fifty runs in just 3.1 overs—setting a new record for the team in T20 cricket. Pakistan, sensing the urgency, adopted a death-bowling strategy with various deliveries. This approach paid off as they claimed their first wicket. Fraser-McGurk, who had been aggressive at the crease, was struck in the gut by a slower ball but managed to hit a short delivery high over extra cover. However, Salman Agha was positioned perfectly to backpedal and take a stunning catch, dismissing Fraser-McGurk for 20 runs off just 9 balls.

**Australia vs Pakistan: Third Men's One-Day International - Live Updates** - Updates from the final match of the series at Optus Stadium. - Play begins at 11:30 AM in Perth / 2:30 PM AEDT. - Share your thoughts via email or tweet. In an early breakthrough, Naseem has dismissed Fraser-McGurk, who played a loose shot away from his body, resulting in a thick edge. The young Australian batsman has struggled throughout the series, falling cheaply for the third time. **3rd Over: Australia 20-0 (Short 7, Fraser-McGurk 7)** Left-arm bowler Shaheen is operating around the wicket, successfully getting the ball to shape away from Short. The opener manages to push a straighter, fuller delivery to mid-off for a couple of runs. It’s a tidy over, and for the first time in the series, Australia’s opening pair has survived past the third over. Stay tuned for more updates as the match progresses!

Australia is set to face Pakistan in the second men’s one-day international at Adelaide Oval, with play scheduled to begin at 2:00 PM local time (2:30 PM AEDT). In a notable change from the first ODI, Australia has brought in Josh Hazlewood to replace Sean Abbott in the lineup. This match will be the last for Pat Cummins in the series, as he will sit out the third and final ODI on Sunday. On the other hand, Pakistan has opted to keep their squad unchanged. Naseem Shah has been included despite having to leave the field during the previous match at the MCG. It has since been confirmed that he was suffering from cramp rather than any serious injury. Stay tuned for live updates and insights throughout the match!

**West Indies vs England: First Men's One-Day International – Live Updates** Join us for live updates starting at 6pm GMT from North Sound. Good evening, everyone! It’s another week and another continent for England as they gear up to face the West Indies in a one-day international. Just five days after a disappointing outing in Pakistan, they have the opportunity to turn things around in the Caribbean. While I initially thought this format would be shorter, recent performances have made that a topic of debate. England will be hoping to last longer than the 37 overs they managed in their last match. As the late Brian Johnston would say, cricket is indeed a funny game. It’s worth noting that it was less than a year ago when these two teams last clashed in an ODI at the Viv Richards Stadium. For those with a good memory, England emerged victorious in that encounter, with standout performances from Liam Livingstone and Rehan Ahmed with the ball, while Will Jacks, Harry Brook, and Jos Buttler contributed significantly with the bat. Stay tuned for more updates as the match unfolds!

Pakistan triumphed over England in the third Test match, securing a series victory with a nine-wicket win in Rawalpindi. In the 15th over, England found themselves at 47-3, with Joe Root on 13 and Harry Brook on 18. Sajid Khan bowled with remarkable speed, making it a challenging over for the English batsmen, who managed only a single from Root. The atmosphere was lively, with fans appreciating the unique style of the game, as reflected in a playful poem that celebrated the fast-paced action and the impressive skills on display. This victory marks a significant achievement for Pakistan, showcasing their strength in the series against England.

**Pakistan vs England: First Men's Cricket Test, Day Two – Live Updates** Stay tuned for all the latest updates from the start of play at 6am BST in Multan. If you have any thoughts or comments, feel free to share them with Rob via email. In other cricket news, during the Women’s T20 World Cup, the outstanding Nat Sciver-Brunt showcased her talent by navigating a challenging run chase against South Africa, leading England to their second victory in as many matches. Interestingly, the presence of a backroom staff member conducting the post-play interview often indicates a tough day for the team. However, yesterday's situation was more complex, as spin bowling coach Jeetan Patel expressed his admiration for England's performance during an engaging interview.