Glenn Maxwell’s robust 43 runs off 19 balls has helped Australia thump Pakistan by 29 runs in a rain-shortened first Twenty20 in Brisbane.

Glenn Maxwell produces a cracking cameo after storms cleared in Brisbane to allow Australia to win a seven-over slog in the T20 opener against Pakistan.

An explosive knock from Glenn Maxwell has guided Australia to a badly needed 29-run win over Pakistan in Thursday night’s opening Twenty20 International.

Australia will look to seal the series against Pakistan in the 2nd T20I at the iconic SCG with rain once again threatening to play spoilsport

Xavier Bartlett and Nathan Ellis led Australia to a 29-run win over Pakistan in the 1st T20I at The Gabba, with rain reducing the game to seven overs. Glenn Maxwell's explosive innings helped set a competitive target,

It was a shortened game at the Gabba, and Australia made short work of it. After persistent rain and lightning delayed the start by nearly three hours and reduced the game to a se

Australia's backup pace attack shone in a rain-shortened T20 match, defeating Pakistan by 29 runs. Glenn Maxwell's 43 off 19 balls helped post 93-4. Pakistan's chase faltered early, ending at 64-9, with Nathan Ellis and Xavier Bartlett delivering key performances.

SIX! Valiant effort from Nathan Ellis but that was always going over the ropes. Australia vs Pakistan Live Score: FOUR! Some clean ball striking