Pakistan is set to take on Australia in the third T20I of Australia's 2026 tour, scheduled for Sunday at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. In the previous match, Pakistan triumphed over Australia by 90 runs, securing the series with a 2-0 lead. Batting first, the home team scored 198 runs in 20 overs, with captain Salman Agha shining brightly by hitting 76 runs off just 40 balls.

Australia struggled to chase down the target, getting all out for 108 runs. Abrar Ahmed played a crucial role by claiming three wickets to help secure the win. Although Marcus Stoinis missed the first two matches, he could be included in this decisive game to strengthen Australia’s batting order.

Also Read: PAK vs AUS, 3rd T20I: Head-to-head, pitch report & predicted playing XIs

PAK vs AUS Match Details

• Match: Pakistan vs Australia, 3rd T20I 

• Date: 1st February 2026

• Time: 4.30 PM IST

• Venue: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

• Live Streaming: Not Available 

PAK vs AUS Weather Report

Pitch Report - Gaddafi Stadium

The pitch at Gaddafi Cricket Stadium is likely to favour spinners, while pacers might find some assistance during the powerplay. Both teams would rather chase the target.

Top Batters to Watch – PAK vs AUS

• Salman Agha (PAK): 115 runs in this series 

• Usman Khan (PAK): 71 runs in this series 

• Cameron Green (AUS): 71 runs in this series 

Top Bowlers to Watch – PAK vs AUS

• Adam Zampa (AUS): 5 wickets in this series 

• Abrar Ahmed (PAK): 5 wickets in this series 

• Saim Ayub (PAK): 3 wickets in this series 

PAK vs AUS Recent Form

PAK vs AUS Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1: If PAK Bat First

• Powerplay Score: 50–55

• Predicted Total: 175-180

• Match Result: PAK to win

Scenario 2: If AUS Bat First

• Powerplay Score: 40–50

• Predicted Total: 155–160

• Match Result: PAK to win

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PAK vs AUS Predicted Playing XIs

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 

Mitchell Marsh (c), Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Cameron Green, Marcus Stoinis, Mitchell Owen, Cooper Connolly, Sean Abbott, Ben Dwarshuis, Xavier Bartlett, Adam Zampa.

PAK vs AUS Today Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today?

According to our PAK vs AUS today match prediction, Pakistan are the favourites to win the 3rd T20I. The likes of Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub and Salman Agha will be key players to watch out for.

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