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Australia beat Pakistan

Published:Friday | February 5, 2010 | 12:52 PM

Australia made it nine wins out of nine in the Pakistan\'s tour with a two-run victory in a thrilling 20/20 international in Melbourne.



As a result of the victory, Australia have completed a clean-sweep across all three format of the game against the visitors.



David Hussey struck two sixes in an unbeaten 40 as Australia batting first were bowled out for 127 off 18.4 overs.



Michael Clarke chipped in with 32 off 31 balls, while David Warner scored 24 off 29 balls.



Bowling for Pakistan, Umar Gul ended with three for 20 and Shoaib Malik had two for 31.



Needing 128 for victory, Pakistan ended on 125 for nine although Kamran Akmal smashed a stunning 64 off 33 balls.



Pacer Shaun Tait was the most successful bowler for Australia with three for 13. Shane Watson and Steven Smith supported with two wickets apiece.