All eyes will be on Lahore when Australia take on Pakistan in the second T20 match at the Gaddafi Stadium on December 31.scheduled tribe January 4:30 pm IST.
Get the best PAK vs AUS Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI and match insight for the 2nd T20I of Australia tour of Pakistan 2026. Expert analysis and more.
PAK vs AUS Match Preview:
After winning the first T20I, Pakistan will face Australia again in Lahore as part of a three-match T20I series on January 31, 2026. In the first game at the Gaddafi Stadium, Pakistan scored 168/8 in 20 overs and then bowled out Australia for 146/8 to win by 22 runs to take a 1-0 lead in the series.
In that match, Saim Ayub’s aggressive 40 off 22 balls and steady support from Salman Agha (39 off 27) took Pakistan to a strong score. Meanwhile, Pakistan’s bowling attack impressed, with Abrar Ahmed and the spinners forcing Australia to chase the target.
For the Australians, Cameron Green scored 36 off 31, but lacked consistent support as the team fell behind despite a late push from Xavier Bartlett (34 not out).
As a result, Australia will look to make a strong comeback in the second T20I, while Pakistan will aim to extend their advantage. Hence, this match promises to be another competitive contest as both the teams adjust their strategies for the series decider.
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PAK vs AUS head-to-head record:
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teams |
win the match |
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Pakistan |
13 |
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Australia |
14 |
PAK vs AUS Weather and Pitch Report:
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temperature |
18°C |
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weather forecast |
clear sky |
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pitch behavior |
batting friendly |
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Best suited for |
motion |
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Average score of first innings |
168 |
Records of chasing teams:
PAK vs AUS Playing 11 (Expected):
Pakistan playing 11:
1) Sahibzada Farhan
2) Saim Ayub
3) Babar Azam
4) Salman Agha ©
5) Fakhar Zaman
6) Usman Khan (Wicketkeeper)
7) Shadab Khan
8) Mohammad Nawaz
9) Shaheen Afridi
10) Salman Mirza
11) Abrar Ahmed
australia playing 11: :
1) Travis Head ©
2) Matthew Short
3) Cameron Green
4) Matt Renshaw
5) Cooper Connolly
6) Michelle Owen
7) Josh Philip (wicketkeeper)
8) Jack Edwards
9) Xavier Bartlett
10) Adam Zampa
11) Mahali Beardman
PAK vs AUS Hot Picks for Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Choice:
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Saim Ayub – Putting in an impressive all-round performance for Pakistan, the left-handed batsman and off-spinner scored 40 runs and took 2 wickets in the last match, impacting the game in both departments. |
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Travis Head – Representing Australia as a left-handed batsman, he contributed valuable 23 runs in the last match while maintaining a positive intent at the crease. |
Raises up:
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Agha Salman – Leading Pakistan with composure, he contributed a consistent 39 runs in the last match, providing stability and direction to the batting effort. |
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Cameron Green – As a right-handed batsman and right-arm medium-fast bowler for Australia, he contributed a useful 36 runs in the last match, adding balance to his all-round skill set. |
Budget Selection:
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Cooper Connolly – Representing Australia as a left-handed batsman and left-arm orthodox spinner, he provides valuable all-round balance through composed batting and disciplined spin control. |
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Sahibzada Farhan – Opening the innings for Pakistan as a right-handed batsman, he provides positive starts through clean stroke play and controlled scoring at the top. |
PAK vs AUS Pakistan tour of Australia 2026 Captain and Vice-Captain Choices:
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captain |
travis head and sam ayoub |
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vice captain |
Cameron Green and Salman Agha |
PAK vs AUS Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Keepers – Josh Philippe, Usman Khan
- Batsmen- Travis Head, Babar Azam
- All-rounders – Salman Agha, Mohammad Nawaz, Cameron Green (vice-captain), Sam Ayub ©
- Bowlers- Adam Zampa, Xavier Bartlett, Abrar Ahmed
PAK vs AUS Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Keeper – Usman Khan
- Batsmen – Travis Head©, Babar Azam, Sahibzada Farhan
- All-rounders – Salman Agha (Vice Captain), Cameron Green, Sam Ayub, Cooper Connolly
- Bowlers- Adam Zampa, Xavier Bartlett, Abrar Ahmed
PAK vs AUS Dream11 Prediction Today Match 2nd T20I Australia Tour of Pakistan 2026 Players to Avoid:
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player |
dream11 credit |
Dream11 Points (Last Match) |
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Muhammad Wasim |
8.0 credit |
No |
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Michelle Owen |
7.0 credit |
No |
PAK vs AUS Dream11 Prediction Today Match 2nd T20I Australia tour of Pakistan 2026 Expert Advice:
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sl captaincy option |
Saim Ayyub |
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gl captaincy option |
travis head |
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choice of punt |
Cooper Connolly and Sahibzada Farhan |
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dream11 combination |
2-2-4-3 |
PAK vs AUS Match Winner Prediction:
Looking at the team combination, it seems that Australia will win this match.