Australia's T20I Tour of Pakistan: Schedule and Key Insights

The Pakistan Cricket Board has announced the schedule for Australia's T20I tour, featuring three matches in Lahore. This series is pivotal for both teams as they gear up for the ICC Men's T20I World Cup 2026. With key players recovering from injuries, the tour promises to be an exciting event for cricket fans. Sumair Ahmed Syed, COO of PCB, encourages fans to support both teams during this crucial series. Read on for more details about player fitness and recent team performances.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jan 14, 2026, 15:29 IST

Series Schedule and World Cup Context

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has unveiled the itinerary for Australia's upcoming T20I tour of Pakistan, set to commence later this month. The three-match T20I series will be hosted at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on January 29, January 31, and February 1, according to the PCB's official announcement.

This series is vital for both teams as they prepare for the ICC Men's T20I World Cup 2026, with Pakistan competing in Group A and Australia in Group B.

Player Fitness and Tour History

This marks Australia's third visit to Pakistan since March-April 2022, when they participated in a three-match Test and ODI series, followed by a single T20I. Additionally, Australia played three matches of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 in Pakistan. Currently, key players for Australia, including Josh Hazlewood, Pat Cummins, and Tim David, are in recovery, while Pakistan's Shaheen Shah Afridi is also out due to an injury sustained during the Big Bash League.

PCB Welcomes Australian Side

Sumair Ahmed Syed, the COO of the PCB, expressed enthusiasm for the visiting Australian team, emphasizing the significance of the series for cricket fans in Pakistan.

"We are thrilled to host Australia for this three-match T20I series in Lahore. This tour signifies an exciting start to the year for cricket enthusiasts in Pakistan, and I encourage fans to come out in large numbers to support both teams as they finalize their preparations for the T20 World Cup," Syed stated.

Recent Team Form

Pakistan recently concluded a T20I series in Sri Lanka, which ended in a draw, while Australia achieved a remarkable 4-1 victory in the Ashes Test series against England.