Australian opener David Warner received a standing ovation from the crowd as he exited the field after being dismissed on Day 2 of the third Test against Pakistan in Sydney. Acknowledging the applause, he raised his bat, having scored 34, and walked back, providing Pakistan their first breakthrough with the score at 70.
David Warner Receives Standing Ovation From The Crowd
The dismissal took place in the 25th over of the innings. Shan Masood introduced Agha Salman, a spin-bowling all-rounder. Salman, bowling around the wicket, produced additional bounce, enticing an edge from Warner. The catch was comfortably taken by Babar Azam at first slip, resulting in Warner’s dismissal.
Warner got a reprieve as Pakistan’s Saim Ayub and Salman Ali Agha put down his catches earlier. Ayub, notably, missed a chance at first slip, granting Warner the opportunity to score an additional 14 runs.
Under Masood’s leadership, the visiting team honored the 37-year-old with a guard of honor as he stepped out to bat late on day 1.
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Bowled Agha, caught Babar for the second time in the series! We are lucky Warner couldn’t make it big 👏🏽👏🏽 #AUSvsPAK pic.twitter.com/n8fkozZMiC
— Farid Khan (@_FaridKhan) January 4, 2024
Meanwhile, day 1 of the current Test in Sydney unfolded with high drama as Pakistan showcased late resilience, placing themselves in a promising position to secure their first Test victory Down Under since 1995. Aamer Jamal’s splendid 82-run inning guided the visitors to 228-9, with Australia eyeing to dismiss them well below 250.
Jamal displayed audacious strokes against Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood, Pat Cummins, and Nathan Lyon, forging an 86-run partnership for the final wicket with Mir Hamza. This significant stand propelled Pakistan to a total of 313. Facing just one over, David Warner confidently navigated off-spinner Sajid Khan. However, bad light interrupted the match, leaving Steve Smith and Marnus Labuschagne at the crease with Australia at 116-2. Jamal secured the second wicket of the day, dismissing Khawaja for 47.
