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.

Australia, under Josh Inglis' leadership, secured a decisive win over Pakistan in a rain-shortened T20I at The Gabba, taking a 1-0 series lead with an explosive batting display led by Glenn Maxwell and a strong bowling performance.

Brisbane boy Xavier Bartlett starred with three wickets for just 13 runs in his two overs, while Nathan Ellis also picked up three wickets, giving away just nine runs