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Watch: After Scolding Him In 1st ODI, Babar Azam Bear-Hugs Imam After 2nd ODI Ton

Pakistan produced a stunning batting display to record their highest-ever succesful run-chase in ODIs, beating Australia by six wickets to level the three-match series 1-1. Chasing an improbable 349 for a win in the second ODI, Imam-ul-Haq and captain Babar Azam hit sensational centuries as Pakistan overhauled the target with six balls remaining. Following the win in the second ODI, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) shared a video of Babar sharing a stern word with Imam after the latter's dismal in the opening ODI. The video then goes on to show Babar celebrating Imam's century and giving him a big hug.

Yorkshire gets green light to host international cricket after reforms approved

Yorkshire County Cricket Club can continue to host international cricket at Headingley after its members voted in favour of governance reforms on Thursday, meeting the conditions set out by the England & Wales Cricket Board (ECB). Yorkshire were barred from staging internationals in the wake of a racism scandal involving allegations by former spinner Azeem Rafiq. The ECB lifted the ban in February on condition the club approved structural changes to the board.

Pakistan vs Australia, 2nd ODI: Pakistan levels series with record run-chase

Babar Azam and opener Imam-ul-Haq smashed brilliant centuries to help Pakistan pull off their highest ODI run-chase in a six-wicket triumph over Australia in Lahore on Thursday. Azam hit an 83-ball 114 and Haq notched a 97-ball 106 as Pakistan chased down a stiff 349-run target with six balls to spare to level the three-match series at 1-1. Ben McDermott cracked a maiden ODI hundred in Australia's imposing total of 348-8 on a flat Gaddafi Stadium pitch.

Pakistan vs Australia, 2nd ODI: Pakistan Register Record-Breaking Win Over Australia In 2nd ODI

The crowd at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore was witness to some spectacular display of batting from both sides during the Pakistan vs Australia second ODI on Thursday. The run-fest ended in the home team's favour by six wickets and in the process, helped Pakistan achieve a huge record. The Babar Azam-led team chased down Australia's total of 348 runs with six wickets and six balls to spare as they recorded their highest successful run-chase in ODI cricket. They surpassed their previous best of 329 runs, achieved against Bangladesh in Mirpur in 2014.