AUS vs PAK Dream11 Prediction 2nd T20I: Australia vs Pakistan Preview, Playing 11, Fantasy Cricket and Betting Tips

Australia and Pakistan faceoff in the second T20I at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) on Friday, 16 November 2024 at 1:30 PM IST.

2nd T20I Australia vs Pakistan Prediction

With Australia leading the series 1-0, the match holds high stakes as the hosts aim to seal the series, while Pakistan seeks redemption under captain Mohammad Rizwan. Here’s the 2nd T20I AUS vs PAK Dream11 Prediction, Match Preview, Playing 11, Fantasy Cricket, and Betting Tips.

In the first T20I at the Gabba, Australia outplayed Pakistan in a rain-shortened seven-over game. Batting first, Australia posted 93/4, with Glenn Maxwell scoring a blistering 43 off 19 balls. Pakistan’s chase faltered early, with their top six batters dismissed for single digits. Despite a spirited 20 off 10 balls* by Abbas Afridi, Pakistan managed only 64/9, falling short by 29 runs.

AUS vs PAK T20 Head to Head Record

Matches Played: 26
Australia: 12
Pakistan: 12
No Result: 1 match
Tied: 1 match

AUS vs PAK T20I Head to Head in Australia

Matches Played: 5
Australia Wins: 4
Pakistan Wins: 0
No Result: 1

Sydney Cricket Ground Pitch Report

The SCG pitch typically favors batters, with its even bounce providing a solid platform for scoring. However, fast bowlers may find assistance with the new ball, and spinners are expected to dominate the middle overs. Teams batting first have been more successful at this venue, with 6 out of the last 9 matches won by teams setting a target.

T20I Matches Played at SCG: 18
Batting First Wins: 10
Bowling First Wins: 7
Average First Innings Score (Last 5 Matches): 165
Average Second Innings Score (Last 5 Matches): 126

Australia Playing 11

1. Jake Fraser-McGurk
2. Matthew Short
3. Josh Inglis (c & wk)
4. Glenn Maxwell
5. Marcus Stoinis
6. Tim David
7. Aaron Hardie
8. Xavier Bartlett
9. Nathan Ellis
10. Adam Zampa
11. Spencer Johnson

Pakistan Playing 11

1. Sahibzada Farhan
2. Mohammad Rizwan (c & wk)
3. Babar Azam
4. Usman Khan
5. Agha Salman
6. Irfan Khan
7. Haseebullah Khan
8. Abbas Afridi
9. Shaheen Afridi
10. Haris Rauf
11. Naseem Shah

AUS vs PAK Dream11 Prediction 2nd T20I

WK: Josh Inglis, Mohammad Rizwan

BAT: Babar Azam, Jake Fraser-McGurk

ALL: Matt Short, Marcus Stoinis, Glenn Maxwell

BOWL: Adam Zampa, Haris Rauf, Shaheen Afridi, Xavier Bartlett

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Who will win 2nd T20I Australia vs Pakistan match?

Considering Australia’s strong record at home and their dominant performance in the first T20I, they are clear favorites to clinch the series. However, Pakistan’s potential to surprise, especially at a spinner-friendly venue like SCG, cannot be overlooked.

The toss could play a vital role, with teams likely opting to bat first and set a challenging total. With key players like Glenn Maxwell and Adam Zampa in form, Australia seems poised to maintain their winning streak against Pakistan on home soil.

Cricket Betting Tips and Odds

Who will win?

Australia – 2/5
Pakistan – 9/4
Likely winner – Australia

Top batsman

1. Matt Short – 4/1
2. Babar Azam – 5/1
3. Aaron Hardie – 11/2
4. Josh Inglis – 11/2
5. Glenn Maxwell – 11/2
6. Mohammad Rizwan – 11/2
7. Jake Fraser-McGurk – 13/2

Top bowlers

1. Shaheen Shah Afridi – 11/4
2. Adam Zampa – 16/5
3. Haris Rauf – 3/1
4. Nathan Ellis – 10/3
5. Xavier Bartlett – 4/1

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