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Arafat Minhas Leaves Australia In A Spin As Pakistan Win Milestone ODI

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Arafat Minhas scripts history with five-wicket haul on ODI debut as Pakistan beat Australia

By AFP News May 31, 2026 • 09:04 AM View: 615

Spinner Arafat Minhas became the first Pakistan bowler to take five wickets on his ODI debut on Saturday as the hosts eased to a five-wicket win over Australia in the series opener in Rawalpindi.

Minhas finished with 5-32 as an under-strength Australia were bowled out for 200 in 44.1 overs before Pakistan chased down the target with 45 balls to spare for a memorable win in their 1,000th ODI.

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