Teams Set for Battle at the MCG

The highly anticipated PAK vs AUS 1st ODI is scheduled for November 4, 2024, at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). The match is set to start at 2:00 PM local time (AEDT), which is 7:00 AM Pakistan Standard Time (PKT). Both teams have finalized their playing elevens for PAK vs AUS 1st ODI, promising an exciting clash to kick off the three-match series.

Australia’s Playing XI

Captain Pat Cummins has made some strategic selections for the match. Jake Fraser-McGurk will open the batting alongside Matthew Short, stepping in for the unavailable Mitchell Marsh and Travis Head. The full Australian lineup features:

• Matthew Short
• Jake Fraser-McGurk
• Steve Smith
• Josh Inglis (wicketkeeper)
• Marnus Labuschagne
• Glenn Maxwell
• Aaron Hardie (all-rounder)
• Pat Cummins (captain)
• Sean Abbott
• Mitchell Starc
• Adam Zampa (the only spinner)

Australia is coming off a recent 3-2 series win against England and is looking to continue its strong form at home.

Pakistan’s Playing XI

On the Pakistani side, Kamran Ghulam gets his opportunity to shine, playing his second ODI after a long hiatus. Mohammad Rizwan will lead the team as captain and wicketkeeper. The Pakistani batting order is as follows:

• Abdullah Shafique
• Saim Ayub
• Babar Azam
• Mohammad Rizwan (captain/wicketkeeper)
• Kamran Ghulam
• Salman Ali Agha (all-rounder)
• Muhammad Irfan Khan (making his ODI debut)
• Shaheen Afridi
• Naseem Shah
• Haris Rauf
• Mohammad Hasnain

PAK vs AUS 1st ODI match marks Pakistan’s return to ODI cricket after last year’s World Cup, and they are eager to establish themselves in the format once again.

Conclusion

With both teams bringing a mix of seasoned players and emerging talent, fans can expect a thrilling contest at the MCG. As the players take the field at 2:00 PM AEDT (7:00 AM PKT), the anticipation builds for what promises to be an electrifying start to the series.