5 memorable Test performances by a Pakistani player in Australia

#1 Sarfraz Nawaz (9/86) in Melbourne, 1979

Nawaz absolutely wreaked havoc with the old ball in Melbourne

There are certain performances which result in triumphs and some that define iconic careers. Then, there are those which go on to have an impact on the game itself. Sarfraz Nawaz’s unbelievable spell redefined the way fast bowling was looked at.

Yallop’s unsuspecting Australians were the specimens on which he tested his innovative theory – try to have one end of the ball scuffed up and see what happens.

Chasing 382 for victory, the hosts were comfortably placed at 305/3 with the second new ball seen off as well. But, Nawaz tore through their batting lineup in a manic spell to pull the rug under Australia’s feet. Intentionally operating from a shortened run-up at a sedate pace, he picked up seven quick wickets for just one run and thus was born the legend of reverse-swing.