Published on: Jan 28, 2026 4:57 pm IST | Updated on: Jan 28, 2026 4:57 pm IST
Australia is touring Pakistan for a 3-match T20I series set to kick off on December 29 at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. All three games will be played at the same venue, and both teams will be taking this series as a stepping stone for the final preparations of the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup 2026, which will be jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka. In this post, we have come up with free expert tips for the 1st T20I of the Australia Tour of Pakistan 2026 at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore.
Like India and England, Australia too has been quite a force to reckon with in T20Is in the last year or so. Particularly against Pakistan, Australia has been quite a dominant force, as they have won their last 5 T20Is against this very opponent. Australia’s morale must be high, but taming Pakistan in their own yard could be quite challenging, especially with the Salman Agha-led side winning their last two bilateral T20I series. Still, Australia should start as the favorites heading into this game, atleast in the first game of the series. Let’s continue with the post and find out the best cricket tips for the 1st T20I of the Australia Tour of Pakistan 2026 at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore.
PAK: 41% win chance AUS: 59% win chance
The Pakistan opener will be a massive bet at the top. Farhan has scored 322 runs in his last 10 T20I innings. His strike rate has always been under the radar, but expect Farhan to score well.
The Aussie skipper did pretty well in the BBL, scoring above 300 runs, which included a ton as well. Expect Marsh to have an impact in this game.
The Pakistan skipper will most probably bat at no 4 for the home side. He made all the right noises by scoring a quick fire fifty in the last series against Sri Lanka. Expect him to have a go in this game as well.
The Aussie opener is known for scoring at a brisk pace with rash shots. However, his recent form in T20Is has been pretty underwhelming, scoring only 102 from 8 matches, but expect him to gain momentum in this series on batting friendly surfaces.
Check out our prediction for the PAK vs AUS 1st T20I at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore.
Australia will aim to continue their impressive run against Pakistan as they begin a three-match T20I series on December 29 at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. With all games scheduled at the same venue, the series serves as crucial preparation for both sides ahead of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026, jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka.
The visitors have enjoyed a dominant record in recent years, winning their last two multi-game bilateral T20I series against Pakistan—3-0 in November 2024 and 2-0 in November 2019. They also edged out Pakistan in a one-off T20I in April 2022, securing victory by three wickets. This streak highlights Australia’s ability to consistently deliver under pressure and adapt to varying conditions.
Armed with a balanced squad featuring explosive batters and a versatile bowling attack, Australia will look to impose themselves once again. Pakistan, however, will be determined to break the trend, banking on home advantage and their passionate supporters in Lahore. With both teams eyeing momentum ahead of the World Cup, the series promises high-intensity cricket, but Australia’s recent dominance gives them the upper hand as they seek to keep their winning record intact.
Pakistan will look to make the most of home advantage as they gear up to face Australia in the three-match T20I series at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. With familiar conditions and passionate home support, the hosts will be eager to challenge the visitors, who arrive without several key players.
Australia will miss the services of their injured quartet—Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood, Tim David, and Nathan Ellis—while the good-for-nothing all-rounder Glenn Maxwell has also opted out of the tour. This leaves the Australian squad slightly weakened, particularly in terms of bowling depth. Pakistan, on the other hand, boasts a strong lineup with experienced batters and a versatile bowling attack well-suited to the conditions in Lahore.
The spin-friendly pitches could play into Pakistan’s hands, with their spinners expected to exploit the surface and put pressure on Australia’s batting unit. For Pakistan, this series is not only about securing victories at home but also about building momentum ahead of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026. With the visitors missing several stalwarts, Pakistan will see this as a golden opportunity to assert dominance and get the better of Australia. Let’s move ahead and check the cricket tips.
Matches Played: 28 AUS won: 14 PAK won: 13 No Result: 1 Tied: 0 RECENT form AUSTRALIA: NR W L L NR RECENT form PAKISTAN: L W W AB L
Australia and Pakistan have locked horns 28 times in T20 Internationals. Pakistan had dominated the Aussies in the past, but in recent times, it’s been the Aussies who have gotten the wood over Pakistan. Australia has 14 wins to their name, whereas Pakistan has 13 wins. Australia pips their counterparts with one extra win.
How will the two teams, i.e., Pakistan and Australia, fare in the 1st T20I of the Australia Tour of Pakistan 2026? Let’s take a look.
Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh (C), Cameron Green, Josh Inglis (WK), Marcus Stoinis, Cooper Connolly, Mitchell Owen, Xavier Bartlett, Mahli Beardman, Adam Zampa, Ben Dwarshuis
Saim Ayub, Sahibzada Farhan (WK), Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, Salman Ali Agha (C), Shadab Khan, Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, Abrar Ahmed.
Here’s the pitch and weather report for the 1st T20I of the Australia Tour of Pakistan 2026 between Pakistan and Australia at the Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore:
The pitch in Lahore favors batting first with par scores around 170–180. Both captains may prefer setting a target, as chasing under lights can be tricky. Pakistan could rely on spin later, while Australia’s power hitters may back themselves to defend totals.
The online live streaming of the 1st T20I of the Australia tour of Pakistan 2026 will take place live on the SonyLIV and Fancode app. The live TV coverage for this series will be available on Sony Sports Network channels.
The hosts, Pakistan, will be looking to take home advantage, but the Australian batting order is expected to dictate terms in this fixture on a good batting surface. Expect fireworks from them, and their recent run over Pakistan also makes their case stronger for a win in this encounter. Expect Australia to have the last laugh in this contest. Therefore, as per our prediction, Australia is expected to win the PAK vs AUS, 1st T20I of the Australia Tour of Pakistan.
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