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On Thursday, January 29, Pakistan and Australia will start their three-match Twenty20 International series. The opening encounter will take place at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. Both nations are using the series to prepare for the ICC T20 World Cup 2026, which begins next month.
Australia is coming off a difficult recent series against India and a lengthy Big Bash League season, while Pakistan is coming off a 1-1 mixed T20I series in Sri Lanka. Both teams will be eager to strike the correct balance, gain momentum, and win the first game of the series.
Pakistan vs Australia 1st T20I Match Details:
| Match | Pakistan vs Australia, 1st T20I, Australia tour of Pakistan 2026 |
| Date and Time (IST) | Thursday, January 29, 4:30 PM |
| Venue | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| Broadcast and Live-Streaming | Sony Sports Network and SonyLIV (App & Website) |
Gaddafi Stadium Pitch Report:
It is anticipated that the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore will offer an incredible track. A run-fest is what fans who plan to swarm the stadium can anticipate. Batters adore playing at this location during the Pakistan Super League. Because there won't be much room for error, bowlers will need to execute their strategies flawlessly.
Gaddafi Stadium Weather Forecast:
There is no forecast for rain, and the weather is likely to remain clear. During match hours, the temperature is probably going to be between 18 and 22°C. In the evening, humidity levels might gradually increase, which would help fast bowlers swing. Playing conditions will be nice due to the anticipated gentle breeze. The weather was generally nice, guaranteeing an uninterrupted game.
Pakistan vs Australia Head to Head:
| Matches Played | 28 |
| Won by PAK | 13 |
| Won by AUS | 14 |
| Tied / No Results | 01 |
Pakistan vs Australia Predicted Playing XI:
Pakistan: Salman Ali Agha (C), Saim Ayub, Sahibzada Farhan (WK), Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, Shadab Khan, Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, and Abrar Ahmed.
Australia: Mitchell Marsh (C), Cameron Green, Josh Inglis (WK), Marcus Stoinis, Cooper Connolly, Mitchell Owen, Xavier Bartlett, Matt Kuhnemann, Adam Zampa, Ben Dwarshuis, and Travis Head.
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