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Match Preview – Pakistan vs Australia( PAK vs AUS ), Dream11 Prediction, 3rd T20I Match. Who Will Win, On February 01, 2026

Pakistan( PAK ) is set to face Australia( AUS ) in their 3rd T20I match during the Australia tour of Pakistan, 2026. This match is scheduled to take place at the Gaddafi Stadium on Sunday, February 01.

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Match Preview – Pakistan vs Australia( PAK vs AUS ), Dream11 Prediction, 3rd T20I Match. Who Will Win, On February 01, 2026

Match Details:

  • Match: Pakistan vs Australia( PAK vs AUS ), 3rd T20I Match, Australia tour of Pakistan, 2026
  • Date and Time: February 01,  11:00 am GMT / 05:00 pm BD / 04:00 pm local time
  • Venue: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

PAK vs AUS Tips & Match Prediction:

Who will win the toss? – Australia
Who will win the match? – Pakistan

Pakistan vs Australia Preview:

Pakistan( PAK ) is set to face Australia( AUS ) in their 3rd T20I match during the Australia tour of Pakistan, 2026. This match is scheduled to take place at the Gaddafi Stadium on Sunday, February 01.

Pakistan have completely outplayed a reshuffled Australian side, winning the first two matches with ease to wrap up the series. They look settled as a unit and will head into the final game full of confidence, aiming to complete a clean 3–0 sweep on home soil.

The top order has been in excellent touch. Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, and Salman Agha have all chipped in, with Saim stealing the spotlight in the opener with a blistering 40 off 22 balls. Salman then produced a match-winning knock in the second game, smashing 76 from just 40 deliveries. Farhan is equally capable of setting the tone early and will be eyeing another aggressive start, with a quick 30-plus score very much on the cards.

In the middle order, Fakhar Zaman and Babar Azam have brought calm and control, ensuring the innings stays on track. Shadab Khan and Mohammad Nawaz have handled the finishing duties, launching into the bowlers at the death with clean hitting and plenty of intent.

Pakistan’s spinners have been the standout performers so far, accounting for 16 of the 18 Australian wickets across the two matches. Saim Ayub has even chipped in during the powerplay, often striking at key moments. Once the middle overs arrive, Abrar Ahmed, Nawaz, and Shadab take charge, and their variety has consistently troubled an Australian batting group that lacks experience against quality spin.

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Australia’s struggles on slower surfaces have been the defining factor behind their defeats, although conditions in the final game are expected to be more batting-friendly. Still, Pakistan’s spinners have found ways to trouble everyone. Experienced names like Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh, and Josh Inglis will be keen to turn things around, while Matthew Short and Mitch Owen are still settling into their roles.

Head and Marsh are likely to go hard from the outset, targeting the powerplay before spin comes into play. Short provides stability once set, and Inglis along with Cameron Green have the power to clear the ropes in the closing overs. Marcus Stoinis, who has missed the first two games, could be drafted in to add depth, offering late-order hitting and a handy seam option.

With the ball, Australia are expected to stick with Xavier Bartlett and Cooper Connolly at the top after a decent showing that yielded four wickets between them. Mahli Beardman and Adam Zampa have also played their part, sharing seven wickets so far. Zampa remains Australia’s key spinner, and if he can apply the brakes through the middle overs, the visitors will give themselves a fighting chance.

PAK vs AUS Possible Playing XI:

Pakistan: Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Salman Agha(c), Babar Azam, Usman Khan(w), Mohammad Nawaz, Shadab Khan, Faheem Ashraf, Abrar Ahmed, Naseem Shah, Usman Tariq.

Australia:  Matthew Short, Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh(c), Cameron Green, Josh Inglis(w), Matt Renshaw, Cooper Connolly, Xavier Bartlett, Sean Abbott, Matthew Kuhnemann, Adam Zampa.

PAK vs AUS Recent 5 Match Performance:

Pakistan:
W
A
L
W
W
Australia:
L
L
NR
L
L

PAK vs AUS Head-To-Head Records:

StatsMatchPAK WonAUS WonNRTied
Overall30151410
Recent 5 Matches52300

PAK vs AUS Toss Prediction:

We’re hoping the team wins the toss and chooses to bowl first.

PAK vs AUS Pitch Report:

The pitch at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore is generally batting-friendly, offering good pace and bounce that allows batters to play their shots freely, especially in the early stages. As the game goes on, the surface can slow down a bit, bringing spinners and bowlers with clever variations into play during the middle overs. In night matches, dew often becomes a factor, making bowling difficult and giving chasing teams an advantage. Overall, it is a venue known for high-scoring games, where disciplined bowling and smart use of conditions are key to success.

PAK vs AUS Weather Report:

Weather conditions at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore on February 1 around 4:00 PM local time are expected to be largely favorable for cricket. The temperature should hover around 20–21°C, offering pleasant playing conditions. Skies are likely to be cloudy to mostly cloudy, but there is no major threat of rain during match hours. Light winds and moderate humidity should ensure minimal interruption, making it a comfortable afternoon for both players and spectators.

Expected Scores:

1st Innings Expected Score: 165–180 runs
2nd Innings Expected Score: 155–170 runs

Key Notes:

The pitch is expected to be good for batting early, with the ball coming nicely onto the bat.

Spinners will have a big say as the match progresses, especially in the middle overs.

Teams that maximize the powerplay can post a strong total.

The surface may slow down in the second innings, making chasing slightly challenging.

Strike rotation against spin will be crucial at Gaddafi Stadium.

Pakistan vs Australia Full Squad:

Pakistan: Salman Agha (c), Abrar Ahmed, Babar Azam, Faheem Ashraf, Fakhar Zaman, Khawaja Nafay, Mohammad Nawaz, Mohammad Wasim Jr, Naseem Shah, Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Shaheen Afridi, Shadab Khan, Usman Tariq, Usman Khan, Salman Mirza.

Australia: Mitchell Marsh (c), Sean Abbott, Xavier Bartlett, Mahli Beardman, Cooper Connolly, Ben Dwarshuis, Jack Edwards, Cameron Green, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Matthew Kuhnemann, Mitchell Owen, Josh Philippe, Matt Renshaw, Matthew Short, Marcus Stoinis, Adam Zampa

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