Australia Faces Pakistan in Historic ODI Series Opener

Exciting ODI Series Kicks Off

The first One-Day International (ODI) of the three-match series between Pakistan and Australia is set to take place this Saturday in Rawalpindi. Australia will be without key players including opener Travis Head, fast bowlers Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood, as well as their regular captain Pat Cummins, all of whom have been rested following their participation in the IPL. Additionally, Mitchell Marsh, who was named captain for the tour, has been sidelined due to an ankle injury. Consequently, Josh Inglis will lead the Australian side during this series, which will also feature the remaining two matches on June 2 and 4 in Lahore. Despite the absence of several key players, Inglis is optimistic about the team's ability to compete effectively.

New faces are expected to join the Australian squad, including pace-bowling all-rounder Liam Scott and 19-year-old batsman Ollie Peake. Furthermore, lanky pacer Billy Stanlake is making a comeback after a seven-year hiatus. This series marks a significant milestone for Pakistan, as it will be their 1,000th ODI match. Historically, Australia holds a dominant record against Pakistan, winning 71 out of 111 encounters, while Pakistan has secured 36 victories. However, following a disheartening 2-0 Test series loss to Bangladesh, the home team is eager for a change in format to regain their confidence.

PAK vs AUS Live Streaming

When will the PAK vs AUS 1st ODI be available for live viewing in India?

The PAK vs AUS 1st ODI will be broadcast live in India on May 30 at 5:00 PM IST.

Where can we watch the PAK vs AUS 1st ODI live in India?

Unfortunately, the PAK vs AUS 1st ODI will not be available on television or streaming platforms in India.

Squads

Pakistan: Sahibzada Farhan, Maaz Sadaqat, Babar Azam, Salman Agha, Abdul Samad, Ghazi Ghori(w), Shadab Khan, Shaheen Afridi(c), Naseem Shah, Haris Rauf, Abrar Ahmed, Rohail Nazir, Ahmed Daniyal, Arafat Minhas, Sufyan Moqim, Shamyl Hussain

Australia: Matthew Short, Josh Inglis(c), Marnus Labuschagne, Matt Renshaw, Alex Carey(w), Cameron Green, Liam Scott, Nathan Ellis, Riley Meredith, Adam Zampa, Billy Stanlake, Matthew Kuhnemann, Tanveer Sangha, Oliver Peake