Australia cruised to a seven-wicket victory over Pakistan in their second Twenty20 clash in Canberra.
Steve Smith's unbeaten 80 (50 balls) helped the hosts chase down 151 with nine balls to spare.
Iftikhar Ahmed (62 not out) and Babar Azam (50) had earlier fired Pakistan to a competitive total of 150-6.
The Aussies now have a 1-0 lead in the three-match series after the first game was washed out.
The third and final game will be played in Perth on Friday.
Friday’s ILT20 game shifts from Sharjah to Dubai
The DP World International League T20 match between Sharjah Warriorz and Dubai Capitals, scheduled for Friday, December 19, has been moved from Sharjah Cricket Stadium to Dubai International Stadium due to prevailing weather conditions and a forecast of rain in Sharjah.
Morocco beat Jordan 3-2 after extra time to clinch Arab Cup
Morocco has defeated Jordan 3-2 after extra time to claim the Arab Cup on Thursday thanks to two goals from Abderrazzaq Hamed Allah following a stunning long-range strike from Oussama Tannane.
Abu Dhabi Knight Riders defeat Gulf Giants to seal second straight win
The Abu Dhabi Knight Riders have held their nerve to secure a well-earned four-wicket win over the Gulf Giants at the Zayed Cricket Stadium on Thursday.
FIFA cancels Arab Cup third-place match
Adverse weather conditions forced the cancellation of the FIFA Arab Cup third place playoff between the UAE and Saudi Arabia in Doha on Thursday, with both teams sharing the title.
Man City reach League Cup semis, late Newcastle goal downs Fulham
Manchester City has eased into the semi-finals of the League Cup with a 2-0 home win over Brentford on Wednesday, and will meet holders Newcastle United who needed an added-time Lewis Miley goal to beat Fulham 2-1 at St James' Park.
