India's home setback, Pakistan's historic triumph over Australia: The unpredictable drama of world cricket
In the past few months, teams that were expected to win are losing, while sides that haven't won in years are defeating stronger opponents.
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What's happening in the world of cricket? Teams that were expected to win are losing, while sides that haven't won in years are defeating stronger opponents. The most shocking of these upsets was Team India's loss at home in a Test series.
However, this wasn't the only surprise in the past few months. Let's take a look at some of the crazy series that have been won by the underdogs.
IND vs NZ: India lose 3-0 to New Zealand
New Zealand achieved a 3-0 series sweep in India, dismissing the hosts for just 121 on a challenging pitch to secure a 25-run victory on Day 3 of the 3rd and final Test in Mumbai. This marks the first time India has been whitewashed at home since 2000 when South Africa was beaten 2-0 in a two-match series.
SL vs IND: Sri Lanka winning an ODI series against India
After the first game ended in a tie, the hosts won the second match by 32 runs and the third by 110 runs. As a result, Sri Lanka secured their first bilateral ODI series victory over India since 1997.
PAK vs ENG: Pakistan defeats England 2-1 in Test series
Pakistan ended their Test series win drought by defeating England by nine wickets in the third Test, clinching the three-match series 2-1 after being 0-1 down. This marked Pakistan's 1st Test series victory at home since February 2021, when they beat South Africa 2-0. It also ends a 44-month wait for a Test series win on Pakistani soil.
AUS vs PAK: Pakistan won against Australia
Pakistan secured a commanding win against Australia in the final ODI at Perth Stadium, clinching the series 2-1. This victory marked Pakistan's first ODI series win on Australian soil since 2002.
Updated: November 10, 2024 05:51 PM IST
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