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'Test match se pehele toh bahot badi badi baatein kar he the' - Fans react as Australia thrash Pakistan by 360 runs in first Test match

The game featured outstanding performances as well as noteworthy partnerships and also an impressive all-around show, earning Mitchell Marsh his Player of the Match award.

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The Pakistan side entered the first game with high hopes of not only competing but also winning a Test match. But throughout the game, nothing went Pakistan’s way as Australian team were all over the visitors in every department. It was due to it that Australia secured a commanding 360-run victory over Pakistan in the initial Test of the three-match series at Perth Stadium on December 17. With this win Australia won lead the series 1-0. The game featured outstanding performances as well as noteworthy partnerships and also an impressive all-around show, earning Mitchell Marsh his Player of the Match award.

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Earlier, in the game Australia won the toss and opted to bat first. Australia set the stage for their triumph by posting a formidable first innings score of 487 runs. David Warner, in outstanding form played a crucial role with a splendid century. Nevertheless, it was Aamer Jamal from Pakistan who grabbed the spotlight with an exceptional bowling performance, taking 6 wickets to unsettle the Kangaroos' batting order.

In reply, Pakistan found it challenging to match Australia's intensity managing to score a total of 271 runs in their first innings. Imam-ul-Haq was the standout performer for the Men in Green, displaying resilience with his 62-run contribution. The Australian bowlers collectively performed effectively to dismiss Pakistan for under 300 runs.

Australian bowlers were unplayable for Pakistan batters

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Following a dismal show in the first innings fans were anticipated an improved performance from Pakistan in Australia's second innings. Despite promising moments from Pakistani bowlers, a crucial partnership between Usman Khawaja and Marsh thwarted Pakistan's attempts to stage a comeback. Australia eventually declared the innings with a total of 233 runs.

In the face of a formidable chase, Pakistan struggled against the relentless Australian bowling attack, posting only 89 runs in 30.2 overs. The Kangaroos' bowlers executed a clinical display, dismissing the Pakistani team and sealing a resounding victory. Star with the bowl were Nathan Lyon who even completed his 500 wickets.

Marsh's outstanding performance with both bat and ball rightfully earned him the Player of the Match award. His impactful contribution played a crucial role in securing Australia's emphatic victory. As the series advances, Australia will carry the momentum from this commanding win into the next Test match. Let us look at how Twitter has reacted to this win from Australia;

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