New Delhi, Jan. 30 -- Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra cleverly roasted Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif over the latter's remark on his country's win over Australia in the first T20I on Thursday. With the T20 World Cup 2026 fast approaching, Australia have toured Pakistan for a three-match T20I series as preparation for the big event in India and Sri Lanka.

Batting first, Pakistan rode on knocks from Salman Ali Agha and Saim Ayub to post 168/8 in 20 overs. In reply, Australia, who have come without some of the first-team cricketers, fell 22 runs short in the chase at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore.

Celebrating the win over Australia, Pakistan PM wrote, "Well done Team Pakistan for an electrifying performance against Australia ...