In the lead-up to the ICC T20 World Cup 2026, Pakistan will host Australia for a three-match T20 International series at Lahore’s iconic Gaddafi Stadium. Scheduled from January 29 to February 1, 2026, this series serves as crucial preparation for both nations ahead of the global tournament.
With the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 kicking off on February 7, this bilateral series holds significant value for squad finalization and match practice. Both Cricket Australia and the Pakistan Cricket Board have officially confirmed the fixtures.
This article provides comprehensive details on fixtures, team selections, broadcast information, and ticketing arrangements.
Australia Tour Of Pakistan T20I Series Schedule
Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore will host all three encounters between Pakistan and Australia, with the series commencing on January 29.
| Date | Match | Venue | Teams | Start Time (GMT) | Start Time (Local) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday, January 29 | 1st Match | Lahore, Gaddafi Stadium | Pakistan vs Australia | 01:00 PM | 06:00 PM |
| Saturday, January 31 | 2nd Match | Lahore, Gaddafi Stadium | Pakistan vs Australia | 01:00 PM | 06:00 PM |
| Sunday, February 1 | 3rd Match | Lahore, Gaddafi Stadium | Pakistan vs Australia | 01:00 PM | 06:00 PM |
Australia Tour Of Pakistan Squads
The Australian selectors have named their traveling party for the Pakistan assignment, notably omitting several frontline players. Tim David, Josh Hazlewood, Pat Cummins, and Glenn Maxwell have been rested as part of workload management strategies or to facilitate injury rehabilitation ahead of the upcoming World Cup.
Australia Squad
Mitchell Marsh (c), Jack Edwards, Travis Head, Matt Renshaw, Matthew Short, Cooper Connolly, Cameron Green, Mitchell Owen, Marcus Stoinis, Josh Inglis (wk), Josh Philippe (wk), Sean Abbott, Xavier Bartlett, Mahli Beardman, Ben Dwarshuis, Matthew Kuhnemann, Adam Zampa
Pakistan Squad
The Pakistan Cricket Board is yet to reveal its squad selection. Updates will be provided once the official announcement is made.
Australia vs Pakistan Head-To-Head
In T20 International cricket, these two sides have met on 28 occasions, with Australia holding a narrow advantage in the rivalry.
| Total Matches Played | Australia Won | Pakistan Won |
|---|---|---|
| 28 | 14 | 13 |
Australia Tour Of Pakistan Match Tickets
Supporters interested in attending the matches can purchase tickets through the official portal at pcb.tcs.com.pk. Below is the pricing structure for all three fixtures across different seating categories.
| Category | 1st T20I (PKR/Pounds) | 2nd T20I (PKR/Pounds) | 3rd T20I (PKR/Pounds) |
|---|---|---|---|
| VIP | 800/2.14 | 1000/2.66 | 1000/2.66 |
| Premium | 600/1.6 | 700/1.87 | 700/1.87 |
| First Class | 500/1.34 | 600/1.6 | 600/1.6 |
| General | 400/1.07 | 500/1.34 | 500/1.34 |
| VIP Far End | 1500/4 | 2000/5.34 | 2000/5.34 |
| VIP New Pavilion | 2000/5.34 | 2500/6.67 | 2500/6.67 |
| VIP Gallery | 2500/6.67 | 3000/8 | 3000/8 |
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Australia Tour Of Pakistan Broadcast And Streaming
Viewers in India can catch this series on Sony Sports Network, and in Australia, viewers can follow the T20I series through Foxtel’s dedicated Fox Cricket channel. Digital streaming options are available via Kayo Sports for online audiences.
| Country | TV Channel | Streaming Platform |
|---|---|---|
| India | Sony Sports Network | Sony LIV |
| Australia | Foxtel (Fox Cricket) | Kayo Sports |
| UK | Sky Sports | PCB Live |
| Pakistan | Ten Sports HD | PCB Live |
Fans in the United Kingdom and Pakistan can access live coverage via PCB Live’s streaming service, with TransGroup FZE managing the official broadcasting rights for the series.
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