February 18, 2026 10:42 am (IST)
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Australia post 193 for four against Pakistan
Chandigarh, Mar 25 (IBNS): Shane Watson (44*) and Steve Smith (61*) put up 74 runs stand to post 193 runs for the loss of four wickets on the scoreboard against Pakistan in a crucial ICC World T20 match here on Friday.
The duo played some charismatic shots in their fifth wicket partnership against Shahid Afridi-led team's bowlers to post a competitive total on the scoreboard.
Smith hammered seven boundaries in his 43-ball innings.
In his 21-ball knock, Watson smashed four boundaries and three sixes.
Wahab Riaz and Imad Wasim took two wickets for Pakistan.
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