Following the loss in the ODI series, Australia bounced back in style to win the first T20I of the ongoing three-match series against Pakistan. The home side inflicted a 29-run defeat on the tourists to take the lead in the series.
In a game that was reduced to 7 overs per side, Australia scored 93/4 thanks to Glenn Maxwell’s whirlwind knock of 43 runs from just 19 balls. In reply, Pakistan were reeling at 16/5 at one stage before finishing their innings on 64/9.
Australia will now be looking to win the series with a match remaining when they take on Pakistan in the second T20I. The second AUS vs PAK T20I is scheduled to be played on Saturday (November 16) at the Sydney Cricket Ground. Below is the full prediction for the second AUS vs PAK T20I.
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AUS vs PAK Team Analysis
Australia:
Josh Inglis will be leading Australia in the T20I series. He began his reign as the T20I captain with a fine win and will be eyeing a series win now.
Pakistan:
Mohammad Rizwan will be looking to lead his team from the front in the do-or-die match as Pakistan looks to bounce back. Pakistan won the ODI series against Australia after losing the first game and will be eyeing a similar performance in the ongoing series as well.
AUS vs PAK Key Factors
Pitch Conditions
The match will be played at the Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney. The surface at the SCG will suit the Pakistan team and they will be hoping that they make the most of the conditions. Pacers as well as spinners will get good support from the surface and the batsmen will also find it easy to play their shots.
Form and Fitness
There are no injury concerns for either of the two teams.
Tactical Acumen
Australia – Australia have regained the momentum after the win in the first T20I. They had suffered an embarrassing loss in the ODI series but bounced back in style in the first T20I. Australia are yet to lose a T20I at home against Pakistan and will be looking to maintain that unbeaten run.
Pakistan – Pakistan found themselves in a similar situation in the ODI series. They lost the first game only to win the next two games to register a memorable series win. The Men in Green will be taking confidence from the ODI series win and will be looking for a similar performance in T20Is as well. They will also be hoping that their batters finally join the party and help them turn things around.
AUS vs PAK Match Prediction- 2nd T20I, Pakistan tour of Australia 2024
Score Prediction
| Team | 1st Innings | 2nd Innings |
| AUS | 160-170 | 150-160 |
| PAK | 140-150 | 150-160 |
AUS vs PAK Players to perform prediction
AUS – Matthew Short, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Josh Inglis, Glenn Maxwell, Adam Zampa, and Xavier Bartlett are the key players for Australia
PAK- Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, Haris Rauf, Shaheen Afridi, and Naseem Shah will be the key players for Pakistan.
AUS vs PAK Best Batsman Prediction
Who will score the most runs for AUS in the match: Jake Fraser-McGurk or Glenn Maxwell
Who will score the most runs for PAK in the match: Babar Azam or Mohammad Rizwan
AUS vs PAK Best Bowler Prediction
Who will pick the most wickets for AUS in the match: Nathan Ellis or Adam Zampa
Who will pick the most wickets for PAK in the match: Shaheen Afridi or Haris Rauf
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Conclusion – Who will win the Match?
Australia will be starting the game as firm favorites and is expected to win the upcoming T20I against Pakistan. They have never lost a T20I at home against Pakistan and will be taking confidence from that.
