PAK vs AUS 2nd T20I Match Preview:

Pakistan will once again take on Australia in the second match of the three-match T20I series. The match will take place at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore. Pakistan head into this game after winning the opening match against Australia by 22 runs. Saim Ayub was awarded “Player of the Match” for his excellent all-around performance.

On the other hand, the Australian team, chasing the target, got off to a poor start, with Matthew Short getting out early and returning to the pavilion. After that, Cameron Green and Travis Head steadied the innings, but they could not chase down the target. Now, they face a must-win scenario to keep themselves alive in this series.

Recent Performance:

PAK vs AUS 2nd T20I Match Details:

• Series/Tournament: Australia Tour of Pakistan 2026 
• Match: PAK vs AUS 2nd T20I
• Date: 31 Jan. 2026
• Match Start Time: 04:30 PM IST
• Stadium/Venue: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, Pakistan
• Live Score: cricketwinner.com
• Live Streaming: YouTube.

Head-to-Head Stats:

(Last 10 Matches)

PAK vs AUS Weather Report:

The weather report for Thursday evening is ideal with very low chances of rain. The temperature is likely to go down to around 9.2°C. Based on previous stats, the average score at this venue ranges between 163 and 148 runs. The pitch offers little assistance to pacers.

Gaddafi Stadium Pitch Report: 

Gaddafi Stadium pitch offers a flat surface, and the ball tends to come onto the bat nicely. Winning the toss and opting to bowl first will be a wise decision on this surface.  

PAK vs AUS Probable Playing 11

Pakistan (PAK) Probable 11:

Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Babar Azam, Agha Salman(c), Fakhar Zaman, Usman Khan (WK), Shadab Khan, Mohammad Nawaz, Shaheen Afridi, Salman Mirza, Abrar Ahmed

Australia (AUS) Probable 11:

Travis Head,(c) Matthew Short, Cameron Green, Matt Renshaw, Cooper Connolly, Mitchell Owen, Josh Philippe (WK), Jack Edwards, Xavier Bartlett, Adam Zampa, Mahli Beardman

Top Picks from Pakistan

Top Picks from Australia

Cricket Winner Player’s Insight:

• Saim Ayub (PAK) is the most vital cog in the Pakistan squad. He produced 40 runs and claimed two wickets in the last outing.
• Agha Salman (PAK) has been leading the Pakistani team with composure. He played a steady innings of 39 runs in the last match, providing stability and direction to the batting lineup.
• Travis Head (AUS) loves batting in the subcontinent, and he will be the batter to watch out for on Saturday. The left-handed batter likes to take the attack to the bowlers inside the power play. 
• Adam Zampa (AUS), on a surface where the ball spins, can prove to be even more dangerous. He bowled a terrific spell in the first T20I, picking up 4 wickets. 

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PAK vs AUS Dream11 Prediction Expert Advice 

PAK vs AUS 2nd T20I Probable Winners:

Australia is the favourite to win this T20I game. Considering the team combination and head-to-head stats, Australia is ahead in this match. Additionally, Adam Zampa is in good form, which is a good sign for them.

PAK vs AUS 2nd T20I FAQ

Who is likely to win the PAK vs AUS match today?

Australia (AUS) is expected to win this match.

Who is ahead in head-to-head stats?    

Australia

Who are the top fantasy picks for the PAK vs AUS Dream11 team?

Saim Ayub, Agha Salman, Sahibzada Farhan, Travis Head, Cameron Green and Adam Zampa

What is the pitch report for this match?

The surface is balanced, and we can expect an average score range between 163 and 148 runs.

Disclaimer: This analysis and prediction are based on team form, pitch conditions, and available data. It is for informational purposes only and does not guarantee any result.