Match Overview:
The second ODI of the series Australia vs Pakistan will be played at the Adelaide Oval. Australia has a 1-0 lead after a thrilling victory in the first ODI, and both teams will be eager to win this match. Pakistan will want to bounce back, while Australia will look to extend their lead.
Australia vs Pakistan – 2nd ODI Preview (Nov 8, 2024)
Series: Pakistan’s Tour of Australia
Venue: Adelaide Oval, Adelaide
Date & Time: November 8, 2024, 2:00 PM LOCAL
Recent Form:
- Australia won the first ODI by just 2 wickets. Their top performers were Josh Inglis, who made 49 runs, and Mitchell Starc, who took 3 wickets.
- Pakistan struggled in their first match, posting only 203 runs. Mohammad Rizwan top-scored with 44, and Haris Rauf was their best bowler with 3 wickets.
Key Players to Watch:
- Babar Azam (Pakistan) – One of the world’s best batsmen. He’s always a key player for Pakistan.
- Josh Inglis (Australia) – Australia’s top scorer in the first ODI, he will be important with the bat again.
- Mitchell Starc (Australia) – A reliable bowler who can take wickets at crucial times.
- Haris Rauf (Pakistan) – Pakistan’s best bowler so far, who will look to make an impact again.
Squads:
- Australia:
- Pat Cummins (c), Josh Hazlewood, Mitchell Starc, Glenn Maxwell, Steve Smith, Marnus Labuschagne, Matthew Short, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Aaron Hardie, Marcus Stoinis, Cooper Connolly, Adam Zampa, Josh Inglis
- Pakistan:
- Babar Azam (c), Mohammad Rizwan (w), Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, Naseem Shah, Saim Ayub, Abdullah Shafique, Agha Salman, Kamran Ghulam, Irfan Khan, Mohammad Hasnain, Faisal Akram, Haseebullah Khan, Aamer Jamal, Arafat Minhas
Australia vs Pakistan Head-to-Head in ODI:
- Australia has had a strong record against Pakistan in recent years, especially in home conditions.
- Pakistan, currently ranked 4th in the world, will aim to come back strong after their defeat in the first ODI.
Predictions & Betting Tips:
- Toss Prediction: Pakistan is likely to win the toss
- Who will win? Australia
- Top Batsman: Babar Azam (Pakistan) or Josh Inglis (Australia)
- Top Bowler: Haris Rauf (Pakistan) or Adam Zampa (Australia)
- Most Sixes: Babar Azam (Pakistan) or Josh Inglis (Australia)
- Player of the Match: Josh Inglis (Australia)
- Projected Team Scores (Batting First):
- Australia: 260+
- Pakistan: 230+
Where to Watch:
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