In a competitive second ODI held in Lahore, Australia triumphed over Pakistan by 41 runs, leveling the three-match series at 1-1. After winning the toss, Pakistan opted to field first, which initially paid off as they reduced Australia to 51/3. However, Josh Inglis and Cameron Green stabilized the innings, with Inglis scoring 51 off 74 balls and Green contributing 65 runs off 92 balls. Australia ended their innings at 231/9, aided by a late innings surge from Oliver Peake, who added 31 runs. Pakistan's chase faltered dramatically, collapsing to 78/6, primarily due to the effective spin bowling from Matt Kuhnemann, Matt Short, and Adam Zampa. Shadab Khan's resilient 71 runs provided some hope, but he was the last wicket to fall as Pakistan was all out for 190. Nathan Ellis emerged as the standout bowler for Australia, claiming 4 wickets for 33 runs, earning him the Player of the Match award.