Australia dominates AUS vs PAK 1st Test; Lyon makes history with 500 wickets

Australia secured a comprehensive victory over Pakistan in the first Test, winning by 360 runs in Perth and taking a 1-0 lead in the three-match series. The Pakistani second innings crumbled for just 89 runs while chasing a challenging target of 450, with pacers Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood leading a clinical bowling performance.

The highlight of the match came on the final day as off-spinner Nathan Lyon claimed his 500th Test wicket, achieving a historic milestone for Australia by dismissing Faheem Ashraf.

Australia's dominance was evident as they established a substantial 216-run lead in the first innings, propelled by David Warner's outstanding 164 on the opening day. Mitchell Marsh's contribution of 90 runs further strengthened the hosts' position. In response, Pakistan struggled in both innings, with opener Imam-ul-Haq's 62 being the lone half-century.

Nathan Lyon, who took 3 wickets in the first innings, reached the historic 500-wicket mark on the fourth day, becoming the 8th bowler in history and the third Australian, following Shane Warne and Glenn McGrath, to achieve this feat. Australian skipper Pat Cummins praised Lyon's achievement, highlighting his comeback after a six-month injury hiatus.