PAK vs AUS: Chance for double delight as Pakistan begins T20I series in Australia

Following a remarkable win in the ODI series, the Pakistan team is set to test its fortunes in the T20 series in Australia, starting today. Facing a relatively weakened home side, the Green Shirts have a golden opportunity to secure another series victory and double their joy.

Australia will be missing some key players, including Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood, regular captain Mitchell Marsh, and opener Travis Head, which could make the challenge more favorable for Pakistan. Mohammad Rizwan is set to lead Pakistan as the team’s 12th T20I captain, but a rain forecast raises the possibility of interruptions. The Bureau of Meteorology in Brisbane has predicted rain from 1:00 PM, lasting throughout the day.

Josh Inglis will captain Australia for this series, while Rizwan remains optimistic about winning. The match between Pakistan and Australia is scheduled for 1:00 PM Pakistan Standard Time today.

The last time these two teams met in the T20 format was in March 2022 in Lahore, where Australia emerged victorious. Speaking to the media in Brisbane, Rizwan acknowledged the challenge of facing Australia on their home turf, stating that Pakistan will aim to make the best team selections to ensure victory.

He added that international cricket presents unique challenges, and he values the input of his team in decisions. Rizwan also shared that roles for players have been defined, and they look forward not only to this series but also to implementing their strategies in upcoming white-ball matches against Zimbabwe and South Africa.

Rizwan emphasized that while the conditions have so far been favorable for bowlers, Pakistan is eager to prove its batting strength in the T20 series as a cohesive unit.