Pakistan fought hard and took the first ODI really close. Haris Rauf bowled a testing spell and it was a day for the fast bowlers with Mitchell Starc having a special day as well when he bowled. In the end it was Australia's fast bowlers taking them home with the bat in what was a testing time. The strategies though will have to change for the second game. With Adelaide known for shorter square boundaries, the short ball tactic employed by Pakistan will need some modification. There is some balance though in both line-ups and how they bring out performances will be something to watch.

AUS vs PAK Match Details

Date: November 8th, 2024

Time:  9:00 AM IST

Venue: Adelaide Oval, Adelaide

AUS vs PAK Weather Report

The weather is on the cooler side and there could be dew later on. 

AUS vs PAK Pitch Report

Adelaide is likely to be better for the batters with shorter square boundaries. The pitch is pretty fresh and should come onto the bat nicely as well. Batting second will be a better option.

AUS vs PAK Predicted Playing XI

AUS Playing XI

Matthew Short, Jake Fraser McGurk, Steve Smith, Josh Inglis, Marnus Labuschagne, Aaron Hardie, Glenn Maxwell, Sean Abbott, Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, Adam Zampa

PAK Playing XI

Abdullah Shahfique, Saim Ayub, Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, Kamran Ghulam Salman Agha, Irfan Khan, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Naseem Shah, Haris Rauf, Mohammad Hasnain

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AUS vs PAK Key Players

Haris Rauf

Haris Rauf has had a challenging year. His spot has been in doubt but he has answered questions spectacularly in the previous game. While he was expensive, he was also among the wickets and looked very menacing with his pace. He was accurate, furious and a little more support from his fielder along with a little more discipline could have helped him take his side home.

Josh Inglis

Captaincy waits for Josh Inglis. He will be hoping the series is wrapped up in the next game though with a chunk of his players likely to leave ahead of the third ODI. With a depleted side under him for the final game, the upcoming game stands very important for him to ensure his stint as captain gets off to a good start.

AUS vs PAK Match Tips

Australia start favorites again but Pakistan will be eager for a fight of their own as well.

Match Prediction: Australia Will Win The Match