Australia and Pakistan clash in the opening match of the T20I series at The Gabba, Brisbane. After a historic ODI series win, Pakistan looks to continue their momentum, while Australia aims for a strong comeback on home turf. Here’s our in-depth match prediction, betting insights, and preview.
AUS vs PAK Match Preview and Prediction
Toss Prediction
With The Gabba being a high-scoring venue that favors teams batting first, both captains will likely prefer setting a target on this pitch.
Australia - Team Preview
Australia’s squad for the T20I series includes key players like Nathan Ellis and power hitter Tim David. Stand-in captain Jos Inglis will lead a batting lineup featuring Jake Fraser McGurk, Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, and Matthew Short. Inglis has been in good form, with a recent ton against Scotland, and will look to anchor the batting order alongside hard-hitters like David and Maxwell.
Australia’s Predicted XI:Matthew Short, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Josh Inglis (c & wk), Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, Aaron Hardie, Tim David, Sean Abbott, Adam Zampa, Spencer Johnson, Nathan Ellis
Pakistan - Team Preview
Led by Mohammad Rizwan, Pakistan enters the series with a balanced squad. Star batsman Babar Azam has been in solid form, amassing 265 runs in his last seven T20 innings. In the bowling department, Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, and Haris Rauf are expected to be crucial. Haris Rauf, with 12 wickets in six innings, will be the bowler to watch.
Pakistan’s Predicted XI:Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan (c & wk), Usman Khan, Agha Salman, Arafat Minhas, Irfan Khan, Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, Haris Rauf, Abbas Afridi
Weather and Pitch Report
The forecast suggests thundery showers during the first half of the game. The Gabba favors batting, with the average first-innings score around 166 runs. High totals are achievable, and with Australia’s past dominance here, expect a competitive clash.
Lotus365 Match Prediction: Who Will Win?
Pakistan appears to have the edge in form, especially with their pace attack featuring Shaheen Afridi and Haris Rauf. Given Pakistan's current momentum, expect Pakistan to win and start the series 1-0.
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