Australia national cricket team have officially unveiled their squad for the upcoming three-match T20 International series against Pakistan national cricket team, set to be played in Lahore later this month. The series is being seen as a crucial build-up assignment ahead of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.
All matches will take place at Gaddafi Stadium, with games scheduled across January 29, January 31, and February 1. Australian selectors have opted for a balanced mix of senior internationals and in-form domestic performers.
Mitchell Marsh to Lead, Seniors Return
Mitchell Marsh has been named captain for the tour. Key players including Travis Head, Cameron Green, and Josh Inglis are part of the squad following their recent international duties.
Big Names Rested, Young Talent Promoted
Several established stars will sit out the Pakistan tour as part of workload management, while players still involved in the latter stages of the Big Bash League will join the squad after completing domestic commitments.
Selectors have handed opportunities to emerging players, with young fast bowler Mahli Beardman and all-rounder Jack Edwards earning places after impressive BBL performances.
Australia Squad for Pakistan T20I Series
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Mitchell Marsh (C) | All-rounder |
| Travis Head | Batter |
| Cameron Green | All-rounder |
| Josh Inglis | Wicketkeeper-batter |
| Marcus Stoinis | All-rounder |
| Adam Zampa | Spin bowler |
| Sean Abbott | Fast bowler |
| Josh Philippe | Wicketkeeper-batter |
| Matthew Renshaw | Batter |
| Matt Short | Batter |
| Xavier Bartlett | Fast bowler |
| Ben Dwarshuis | Fast bowler |
| Matthew Kuhnemann | Spin bowler |
| Mitch Owen | All-rounder |
| Cooper Connolly | All-rounder |
| Mahli Beardman | Fast bowler |
| Jack Edwards | All-rounder |
Series Significance
The Lahore series offers Australia valuable exposure to subcontinental conditions and an opportunity to assess squad depth before finalising combinations for the World Cup. It will also mark another chapter in Australia’s recent return to regular international cricket in Pakistan.
Fans in Lahore are expected to witness packed crowds as top-tier international cricket returns to the city.
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