PAK vs AUS Shocker: Pakistan Humiliates Australia in Record-Breaking T20 Win — Match Highlights & Reaction

The Rawalpindi leg of Australia’s 2026 tour of Pakistan finally arrives today, with the 1st ODI between Pakistan and Australia (PAK vs AUS) scheduled for a 4:30 a.m. local start at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. The early-morning encounter kicks off a three-match series that doubles as critical preparation for both sides ahead of next year’s Champions Trophy. Pakistan’s form & likely XI Pakistan swept the preceding T20Is 2-0 and will be eager to translate that momentum into the 50-over format. Captain Babar Azam headlines a batting unit that also features Fakhar Zaman and Imam-ul-Haq at the top, with emerging finisher Azam Khan set for a middle-order role. Shaheen Shah Afridi returns to spearhead the seam attack alongside Naseem Shah, while leg-spinner Shadab Khan provides control through the middle overs. Probable XI: Fakhar Zaman, Imam-ul-Haq, Babar Azam (c), Saud Shakeel, Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Azam Khan, Shadab Khan, Mohammad Nawaz, Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, Haris Rauf. Australia’s form & likely XI The visitors arrive after a mixed white-ball summer at home but regain several senior names. Stand-in skipper Josh Inglis leads a squad missing Pat Cummins and Travis Head, rested ahead of a hectic winter, but Mitchell Marsh and Marnus Labuschagne bolster the batting. Nathan Ellis is tipped to share new-ball duties with left-arm quick Jason Behrendorff, while Adam Zampa remains the go-to spinner. Probable XI: David Warner, Josh Philippe, Marnus Labuschagne, Mitchell Marsh, Josh Inglis (c/wk), Marcus Stoinis, Tim David, Sean Abbott, Nathan Ellis, Jason Behrendorff, Adam Zampa. Head-to-head snapshot Pakistan edge the lifetime ODI ledger in home conditions (25-20) but Australia dominate the overall rivalry 70-35. In Rawalpindi, however, the hosts boast a 4-1 advantage, including their first-ever chase of 350+ at this venue in 2022. Pitch and weather report Rawalpindi’s straw-coloured surface is historically flat, offering true bounce early and grip for slower balls at the death. Average first-innings score from the last five ODIs is 308. Morning lows of 18 °C are forecast with zero rain threat, so expect a full 100 overs. Where to watch & live streaming In Pakistan, PTV Sports and the Tamasha app carry live coverage, while Australian viewers can tune in via Fox Cricket and Kayo Sports. Fans in the UK (Sky Sports Cricket) and the US (Willow TV) also have ball-by-ball access. Streaming on ICC.tv is available in select territories. Key battles to follow 1. Shaheen Afridi vs David Warner – the left-arm swinger has removed Warner four times in ODIs; a new-ball strike could set the tone. 2. Shadab Khan vs Mitchell Marsh – Marsh’s power through mid-wicket will test Shadab’s flight and guile. 3. Adam Zampa vs Babar Azam – Babar averages 103.4 against leg-spin since 2024; Zampa must vary pace to curb the run flow. Dream11 & fantasy tips • Prioritise top-order batters from both sides; the Powerplay is historically profitable at Rawalpindi. • Shaheen Afridi and Adam Zampa are high-value bowling picks for wicket potential in contrasting phases. • Differential punt: Azam Khan, whose late-innings hitting can fetch quick fantasy points. Series schedule • 1st ODI – 30 May 2026, Rawalpindi (D/N) • 2nd ODI – 2 June 2026, Lahore • 3rd ODI – 5 June 2026, Karachi What’s at stake ICC Super League points no longer apply, but both teams are intent on finalising combinations before the 2027 World Cup cycle. Pakistan hope to extend an unbeaten home streak that dates back to 2024, while Australia look to arrest a four-match away losing run in ODIs. Keep this page bookmarked for real-time PAK vs AUS live score updates, post-match analysis and exclusive player reactions as the series unfolds.