Optimism is one thing, but we need to be realistic too. We know the Australians are going to come hard, and not repeat the mistakes of the first innings. They’ll be better prepared, and they’ll have a game plan. While Pakistan has shown that they can dominate in states, Australians are known for their relentlessness and never-say-die attitude. It won’t be easy to dismiss them for a cheap score in the second innings.
If Pakistan batting lineup, with all their frailties, could muster up 300+, imagine what the Australians can compile. A target of 250-300 in the fourth innings will be an insurmountable mountain.