During the Boxing Day Test between Pakistan and Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), Hasan Ali’s dance moves became the center of attention.
While fielding at the boundary on Day 3, Ali initiated the dance, and some enthusiastic fans joined him in the impromptu performance. The crowd replicated a couple of Hasan Ali’s dance moves, earning applause from the cricketer. The entire incident was captured on video, quickly gaining widespread attention on social media.
Marsh and Smith’s Partnership Shifts Momentum
Amidst the cricket action, Mitchell Marsh played a counter-attacking innings, contributing a resilient 96 runs alongside Steve Smith. This partnership helped Australia recover from a precarious position of 16-4 after dismissing Pakistan for 264 in response to their first innings score of 318. At the end of day three, Australia reached 187-6, with Smith departing for 50 off 176 balls. The day concluded with Alex Carey unbeaten on 16.
Shaheen Shah Afridi and Mir Hamza’s Bowling Impact
Bowlers Shaheen Shah Afridi and Mir Hamza made significant contributions for Pakistan, both claiming three wickets each. Despite their efforts, Abdullah Shafique’s slip catch drop allowed Mitchell Marsh to continue his innings, eventually falling just four runs short of a century. Agha Salman’s exceptional one-handed diving catch at slip dismissed Marsh, leaving the hosts in a challenging position.
Cummins and Lyon Lead Australia’s Bowling Charge
Australia’s bowling duo of Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon played a crucial role in dismissing Pakistan. Cummins took 5-48, while Lyon secured 4-73. With the ball, they successfully navigated a tricky 15-minute morning session after restricting Pakistan’s first-innings total.
Warner’s Farewell at MCG
David Warner’s final appearance as a batsman at the Melbourne Cricket Ground ended on a bittersweet note. He received a standing ovation from the crowd after dragging a Mir Hamza delivery onto his stumps, marking the end of his innings and setting the stage for the third Test in Sydney, which is expected to be his last in a remarkable career.