Pakistan vs Australia 2nd ODI Match, Dream 11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket

Pakistan will face Australia in the second ODI of the three-game series on Tuesday at 4:00 PM PST at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore.

The hosts put on an impressive overall performance in the first ODI. Arafat Minhas shone with the ball, while Babar Azam and Ghazi Ghori contributed to the victory with their decisive shots. Pakistan will be eager to replicate that performance and clinch the series early.

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Pakistan

Pakistan heads into the second ODI brimming with confidence after their impressive win in the series opener in Rawalpindi, where they took down Australia by five wickets. The home team showcased exceptional control with the ball, restricting Australia to just 200 runs after winning the toss.

Young spinner Arafat Minhas made a splash in his ODI debut, claiming an impressive five wickets, while Shaheen Afridi and Haris Rauf kept the pressure on with their bowling both at the start and during the middle overs. Pakistan’s bowlers dominated the match from the get-go, never giving Australia a chance to find their rhythm.

Australia

Australia is feeling the heat in the second ODI after a lackluster batting display in Rawalpindi. They started strong with a solid opening partnership, but things took a turn for the worse in the middle overs, leaving them all out for just 200 runs.

Matt Short kicked things off with an aggressive 55, and Matt Renshaw shone in the middle with a spirited 61. Unfortunately, Marnus Labuschagne and Cameron Green both went without scoring, which really hurt Australia during those crucial middle overs.

Pitch Report

The pitch at Gaddafi Stadium is typically flat and favors teams that can hit hard. However, there’s a chance it might play slow, similar to how it was in the first match. Spinners are expected to be key players in this game. As the match progresses, the pitch is likely to become slower, making it tougher to score runs. The coin toss will be crucial, as batting first can be quite challenging.

Toss Prediction

Captains at Gaddafi Stadium often choose to bowl first in ODIs because dew can become a factor during the second innings when the lights come on. Chasing teams have also had a lot of success at this venue in recent years. So, the captain who wins the toss is likely to opt for bowling first.

Weather Report

As for the weather in Lahore, it’s expected to stay hot and dry, with temperatures around 33-35°C in the afternoon, cooling off a bit in the evening. There’s no rain in the forecast, so conditions should be perfect for a full, uninterrupted ODI.

Head to Head

Pakistan recently celebrated their 37th ODI victory against Australia. So far, the two teams have faced off in 113 ODIs, with Australia taking the lead by winning 71 of those matches. There have been four matches that were canceled, and one that ended in a draw.

Venue Details

Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore is known as one of the better batting venues in Pakistan for ODI cricket. The surface usually provides true bounce and good pace, allowing batters to play confidently through the line once they get settled.

Match Prediction

Pakistan enters the second ODI with more momentum, greater confidence, and significantly better familiarity with home conditions. Their bowling department appeared much sharper in the first game, particularly in the spin department, while young players like Arafat Minhas and Abdul Samad are already making important contributions. While Australia still possesses enough quality to challenge Pakistan with Josh Inglis, Cameron Green, and Adam Zampa, their inexperienced batting team could again struggle against Pakistan’s spin-heavy offense under the subcontinent’s conditions.

Betting Tips

We’re leaning towards Pakistan for this match, thanks to their solid form and the advantage of playing at home. Their batting lineup is well-prepared, and they’ve got a good mix of pace and spin that suits these conditions. Australia will need to find some stability in the middle order and create more aggressive plays with the new ball if they want to turn things around. It’s going to be a tough match, but we believe Pakistan will come out on top.

Probable Playing XI

Pakistan Playing XI

Sahibzada Farhan, Maaz Sadaqat, Babar Azam, Ghazi Ghori (wk), Salman Agha, Abdul Samad, Shadab Khan, Arafat Minhas, Shaheen Afridi (c), Haris Rauf, Abrar Ahmed.

Australia Playing XI

Matthew Short, Alex Carey, Josh Inglis (c) (wk), Marnus Labuschagne, Cameron Green, Matt Renshaw, Oliver Peake, Nathan Ellis, Tanveer Sangha, Billy Stanlake, Matthew Kuhnemann.

Top Fantasy Picks Dream11 Prediction

Pakistan Key Players

Babar Azam is an excellent choice for the captaincy of your fantasy team. In his last match, he scored 69 runs from 94 balls.

Arafat Minhas is a strong all-rounder who scored 18 runs and took five wickets in his last match. Go for him!

Abrar Ahmed is a great player for a small budget. In his last match, he took two wickets at an economy rate of 4.4.

Australia Key Players

Matthew Short could prove to be a key player in this match. The right-hander impressed in the first ODI with a well-executed 55 runs, displaying composure and skill at the wicket. Short managed his innings intelligently, taking his time to find his rhythm before gradually increasing his batting rate.

Nathan Ellis is a right-handed fast bowler and can expect to take some wickets. He recorded two wickets in the last match.