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PAK vs AUS 2nd T20I match prediction [Source: X]
After taking a 1–0 lead in the three-match series, Pakistan will look to extend their advantage when they take on Australia in the PAK vs AUS 2nd T20I at the Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, on Saturday, January 31, with the match set to go live from 4:30 PM IST.
Pakistan come into the game full of confidence after a solid 22-run win in the opening T20I, with Saim Ayub, Salman Ali Agha and the bowling unit delivering impactful performances.
Australia, led by stand-in skipper Travis Head, will be keen to bounce back quickly, relying on experienced names like Travis Head, Adam Zampa and Cameron Green to level the series. With momentum on the line, the second T20I promises a competitive contest.
Pakistan vs Australia current form (last 5 T20Is)
| Team | Form |
| Pakistan | W, L, W, W, L |
| Australia | L, L, L, W, W |
PAK vs AUS: Key player battles
Babar Azam vs Adam Zampa
Adam Zampa was the wrecker-in-chief, claiming 4/24, including the massive wicket of Babar Azam in 1st T20I. Babar looked relatively subdued and will be desperate to counter Zampa’s googly and control next time. This classic leg-spin vs premier batter duel could dictate Pakistan’s ability to post or chase a big total.
Babar Azam vs Adam Zampa in T20Is: 78 runs; 77 balls; 4 dismissals
Travis Head vs Abrar Ahmed
Abrar Ahmed delivered a masterful spell, strangling Australia’s chase and preventing any momentum after the early blows.
While he didn’t dismiss Head directly, his extreme economy meant Australia’s aggressive opener couldn’t freely rotate strike or explode during the middle overs. Head will look to attack Abrar early in the next game to avoid getting bogged down again.
Travis Head vs Abrar Ahmed in T20Is: Haven't faced each other yet
Matthew Short vs Saim Ayub
Part-time off-spinner Saim Ayub stunned Australia by removing both openers, clean-bowling Matthew Short and having Travis Head caught, in his first two overs, reducing them to 28/2.
Hence, Australia’s top order, especially Short, will be wary of him swinging the new ball and breaking partnerships early again.
Matthew Short vs Saim Ayub in T20Is: 0 runs; 1 ball; 1 dismissal
Pakistan vs Australia top performers
(Players present in the current squad only)
Most runs for PAK vs AUS
Babar Azam (454), Fakhar Zaman (262)
Most wickets for PAK vs AUS
Shadab Khan (14), Shaheen Afridi (12)
Most runs for AUS vs PAK
Marcus Stoinis (187), Travis Head (95)
Most wickets for AUS vs PAK
Adam Zampa (16), Xavier Bartlett (7)
Pakistan vs Australia toss prediction
The Gaddafi Stadium pitch is known to be batting-friendly and usually offers consistent run-scoring opportunities. In the 1st T20I of the series, the surface produced a first-innings total of around 168, underlining its reliability for batters.
Fast bowlers may find a touch of movement with the new ball, but that assistance tends to disappear quickly. Dew can influence conditions later on, but overall batting remains comfortable, making it likely that the captain winning the toss will opt to bat first and put up a competitive total.
Pakistan vs Australia 1st innings score prediction
Powerplay: 55/1
Final score: 170
Pakistan vs Australia 2nd innings score prediction
Powerplay: 50/2
Final score: 165
PAK vs AUS top players prediction
PAK's top players
Probable best batters
Salman Ali Agha, Saim Ayub
Probable best bowlers
Mohammad Nawaz, Abrar Ahmed
AUS’ top players
Probable best batters
Travis Head, Matt Renshaw
Probable best bowlers
Adam Zampa, Cameron Green
Who will hit the most sixes in the PAK vs AUS match?
Salman Ali Agha
Who will hit the most fours in the PAK vs AUS match?
Cameron Green
PAK vs AUS Match Winner Prediction: Who Will Win The 2nd T20I?
Though in head-to-head comparison in T20Is, Australia has a slight advantage over Pakistan with 14 wins out of 29 matches, Pakistan are the favourites to win the 2nd T20I.
The skipper, Salman Ali Agha, looks solid in form alongside names like Saim Ayub. Hence, even though Zampa forces challenge alongside Travis Head destruction, at home ground in Gaddafi Stadium, Pakistan should win the 2nd T20I against Australia to win the series.
