The second match of the three-match T20I series between Australia and Pakistan is set to take place on Saturday at the iconic Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG). Australia, led by Josh Inglis, will aim to clinch the series after a dominant performance in the rain-affected opening match.
In the first T20I at Brisbane’s Gabba, Australia defeated Pakistan by 29 runs in a match shortened to seven overs per side due to rain. Batting first, Australia posted a formidable 93 runs, with Glenn Maxwell hammering Pakistan’s bowlers across the park. Despite a star-studded batting lineup, Pakistan fell short, managing only 64/9 in their allotted seven overs.
Key Players to Watch
Australia’s Glenn Maxwell is in red-hot form, and Pakistan’s bowlers will need to strategize carefully to contain him. Nathan Ellis, who took crucial wickets in the first match, will also be a significant threat for the visiting side.
For Pakistan, captain Mohammad Rizwan and star batter Babar Azam will need to step up to stabilize the top order. Their ability to build a solid foundation will be critical to overcoming Australia’s bowling attack.
Squads
• Australia: Matthew Short, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Glenn Maxwell, Tim David, Marcus Stoinis, Josh Inglis (c), Aaron Hardie, Xavier Bartlett, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa, Spencer Johnson, Sean Abbott, Josh Philippe.
• Pakistan: Sahibzada Farhan, Mohammad Rizwan (c), Babar Azam, Usman Khan, Agha Salman, Irfan Khan, Haseebullah Khan, Abbas Afridi, Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, Haris Rauf, Arafat Minhas, Omair Yousuf, Jahandad Khan, Sufiyan Muqeem.
Match Details
• Date: Saturday, November 16, 2024
• Time: 1:00 PM PST
• Venue: Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG)
How to Watch
• Live Broadcast: Available on the Star Sports Network.
• Live Streaming: Available on the Disney+ Hotstar app and website.
Australia’s home advantage and momentum from the first match make them the favorites, but Pakistan has the talent and firepower to level the series. Fans can expect a thrilling encounter as both teams battle for supremacy in this highly anticipated clash.
