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[Saba Sports News] Australia recently completed a dominant 3-0 clean sweep over Pakistan in their three-match Test series, gaining vital points for the World Test Championship. The series concluded with the iconic ‘Pink Test’ in Sydney, an annual event for breast cancer awareness in memory of Glenn McGrath’s late wife, Jane. The Sydney Cricket Ground is adorned in pink for this cause.
During the opening day of the third Test, the Pakistan team had a unique interaction with McGrath’s family. While the team members generally opted for handshakes, Mohammad Rizwan chose to greet them with folded hands. This action aligns with Rizwan’s past behavior of maintaining respectful distance from women, often avoiding eye contact during interviews. This moment has gained considerable attention on social media.
Professionally, Rizwan had a strong performance in the series, leading Pakistan’s run-scoring despite missing the first Test. He amassed 193 runs in four innings, averaging 48.25, with a high score of 88.
Looking ahead, Pakistan’s cricket focus shifts to the T20I format, where they will play a five-match series against New Zealand starting January 12. After their Test series loss to Australia, the team is eager to showcase improved form against New Zealand, especially in a World Cup year.