Pakistan opt to bat first in opening T20 against Australia

2026-01-29 - 10:51

LAHORE – Pakistan on Thursday won the toss and chose to bat first in the opening T20 match of the series against Australia at Gaddafi Stadium. The Australian team, led by Travis Head, includes three debutants: Mahli Beairdman, Jack Edwards, and Matthew Renshaw. The full Australian lineup for today’s match features Head, Matthew Short, Cameron Green, Renshaw, Cooper Connolly, Mitchell Owen, Josh Philippe, Edwards, Xavier Bret Lette, Adam Zampa, and Beairdman. The T20 series is an important fixture for both teams in preparation for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.