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Pakistan is set to host Australia for the first T20I of a three-match series at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore this Thursday, January 29, 2026. This series serves as a critical preparation phase for both teams ahead of the upcoming T20 World Cup. Pakistan, led by captain Salman Ali Agha, enters the contest with their full World Cup squad, while Australia’s lineup features a mix of fresh talent and seasoned stars. Notably, Australian prospects Mahli Beardman and Jack Edwards are poised to make their international debuts, as the visitors test their bench strength in the absence of veteran players like Pat Cummins and Glenn Maxwell.
For fans eager to catch the action, the match is scheduled to begin at 4:30 PM IST, with the toss taking place at 4:00 PM IST. While there is no live television broadcast for the match in India, cricket enthusiasts can follow the live streaming on the Sports TV YouTube channel or via the FanCode app. All eyes will be on Babar Azam as he looks to regain form following a quiet Big Bash League stint, and on the pace-heavy Pakistani attack as they aim to secure an early lead in the series on home soil.
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