5 instances of a team winning after conceding a lead of over 200 runs

2) Australia vs Pakistan, Sydney 2010

Australia picked up an unlikely win in the game against Pakistan

Lead Conceded: 206

Result: Australia won by 36 runs

After a commanding 170-run victory in the first test at Melbourne, Australia was looking to wrap up the three-match series with another dominating display. However, things were far from smooth after Ricky Ponting had opted to bat first. The Kangaroos were bundled out for a paltry 127 courtesy of some quality pace bowling by the duo of Mohammad Asif (6 wickets) and Mohammad Sami.

In reply, the Pakistani openers provided a good platform for the middle order after stitching up a 109-run partnership. After a few other handy contributions, the Asian team reached a score of 333. Having conceded a lead of 206, the Aussies were desperate for some quality batting.

Shane Watson’s well measured 97 and a sublime hundred from Mike Hussey gave the hosts a fighting chance with a total score of 381. Requiring just 176 runs to tie the series, Pakistan did what they do best; mess up.

Thanks to a Nathan Hauritz fifer and a handy contribution from Mitchell Johnson, the hosts ran through Pakistan’s line-up and cleaned them up for 139. Australia went on to win the final test by a massive 231 runs and whitewashed the visitors.