Chasing target, Australia comfortably reached 151 runs in 19 overs, losing only 3 wickets, to claim championship
KARACHI: (UrduPoint/Pakistan Point News-Dec 1st, 2025) Australia emerged victorious in the Over-40 T20 World Cup 2025, defeating Pakistan by 7 wickets in an exciting final held in Karachi.
Pakistan, batting first, managed 150 runs for 9 wickets. Veteran players Fawad Alam and Abdul Razzaq contributed 24 and 19 runs respectively.
Australia’s Mark Cleary stole the spotlight with a remarkable bowling performance, claiming 5 wickets for just 22 runs, putting Pakistan on the back foot.
Chasing the target, Australia comfortably reached 151 runs in 19 overs, losing only 3 wickets, to claim the championship.
The tournament witnessed participation from 12 international teams and featured 42 matches, all hosted in Karachi. Fans were able to follow the action live as the matches were broadcasted on Geo Super.
The victory added another title to Australia’s record in veterans’ cricket which highlighted the growing popularity of Over-40 T20 cricket globally.
