The third T20I between Pakistan and Australia at Hobart’s Bellerive Oval on November 18 witnessed an embarrassing moment for Pakistan’s debutant fast bowler, Jahandad Khan.
Making his debut, Jahandad Khan replaced Naseem Shah in the playing XI. The left-arm pacer had a decent performance, bowling three overs and dismissing Jake Fraser-McGurk. However, his efforts on the field drew unexpected attention due to an unusual incident early in Australia’s chase.
Jahandad Khan’s Wardrobe Malfunction Goes Viral
On the 5th ball of the first over, Shaheen Afridi bowled a full delivery that edged off Jake Fraser-McGurk’s bat, racing toward the third-man boundary. Jahandad sprinted to stop the ball but lost his balance during the dive, resulting in an unfortunate wardrobe malfunction. His pants slipped down, sparking widespread amusement and making the incident go viral on social media.
Cricket fans flooded platforms with memes and comments, as videos of Jahandad’s moment were shared widely, making it a highlight of the match.
Pakistan Suffers Crushing Defeat
Despite Jahandad’s bowling efforts, Pakistan suffered a 7-wicket loss in the match. Batting first, Pakistan was bundled out for a mere 117 runs, with Babar Azam top-scoring with a 41-run knock.
Australia chased the target with ease, led by Marcus Stoinis, who hammered an unbeaten 61 runs, supported by Josh Inglis’ 27. The hosts secured victory within 12 overs, sealing the T20I series 3-0.
Post-Match Remarks
Pakistan’s vice-captain, Salman Ali Agha, who led the team in the third T20I, acknowledged the team’s poor batting but emphasized the positives from the tour. He highlighted Pakistan’s ODI series victory as a major achievement after 22 years, stating:
“Lots of positives, the way some of the players batted and bowled, these youngsters will come good. It’s a big achievement to win the ODI series here, but we’ll aim to improve in T20Is and come back stronger.”
While Jahandad Khan’s debut might be remembered for an awkward moment, the young pacer’s performance showcased potential for a bright future.
