Pakistan won the toss and chose to bat first in the second T20I against Australia at Gaddafi Stadium on Saturday. The match is the second of a three-game T20I series between the two teams.
Pakistan started the series strong with a 22-run win in the opening T20I. Saim Ayub was the standout performer, scoring a quick 40 off 22 balls and taking two crucial wickets, dismissing Matthew Short and Travis Head. His all-round performance gave Pakistan an early advantage in the series.
The second T20I is crucial for both teams as they prepare for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. The tournament will be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka from February 7 to March 8. Pakistan has been placed in Group A with India, USA, the Netherlands, and Namibia, while Australia will play in Group B alongside Sri Lanka, Ireland, Zimbabwe, and Oman.
Historically, Pakistan and Australia have faced each other in 29 T20I matches, with both teams winning 14 games each. One match ended without a result, making the series rivalry very competitive.
The playing XI for Pakistan includes captain Salman Ali Agha, Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, Saim Ayub, Usman Khan, Shadab Khan, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Mohammad Nawaz, Abrar Ahmed, Mohammad Salman Mirza, and Fakhar Zaman. Australia’s XI features Travis Head (c), Matt Short, Cameron Green, Matthew Renshaw, Cooper Connolly, Mitchell Owen, Josh Philippe, Jack Edwards, Xavier Bartlett, Mahli Beardman, and Adam Zampa.
Fans are eagerly watching the second T20I to see if Pakistan can maintain their momentum or if Australia will bounce back. The match is expected to be a thrilling contest between two strong T20 sides.
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