Pakistan, June 3 -- Pakistan captain Shaheen Shah Afridi achieved a rare milestone by taking a wicket with the first ball of an ODI innings against Australia. The feat matters because it places him among a select group of Pakistan captains. The achievement highlights Shaheen's growing impact as both a leader and strike bowler.

During the match in Lahore, Shaheen dismissed Australian opener Alex Carey with the opening delivery of the innings. Carey attempted to play at a ball moving away outside off stump but edged it and lost his wicket. The dismissal immediately put Australia under pressure and gave Pakistan a dream start.

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