PAK vs AUS Dream11 Team 2nd ODI 2026 Match Preview
Pakistan and Australia will clash in the second ODI of the Australia Tour of Pakistan 2026 at the historic Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. After securing a thrilling victory in the opening ODI, Pakistan will look to seal the series, while Australia must bounce back to stay alive in the contest.
Fantasy cricket players can expect an exciting battle between two quality sides featuring star performers such as Babar Azam, Shaheen Afridi, Josh Inglis, Matthew Short and Arafat Minhas.
The Lahore wicket generally provides true bounce and excellent stroke-making opportunities. Batters usually dominate, but quality spinners can become effective during the middle overs.
Weather Report
Condition
Forecast
Temperature
31°C-34°C
Rain Chances
5%
Humidity
Moderate
Wind Speed
Light
Match Interruption
Unlikely
Pakistan Probable Playing XI
No.
Player
1
Sahibzada Farhan
2
Maaz Sadaqat
3
Babar Azam
4
Ghazi Ghori (WK)
5
Salman Ali Agha (C)
6
Arafat Minhas
7
Abdul Samad
8
Shaheen Afridi
9
Haris Rauf
10
Abrar Ahmed
11
Shadab Khan
Australia Probable Playing XI
No.
Player
1
Matthew Short
2
Josh Inglis (WK)
3
Cameron Green
4
Marnus Labuschagne
5
Matthew Renshaw
6
Oliver Peake
7
Liam Scott
8
Nathan Ellis
9
Tanveer Sangha
10
Billy Stanlake
11
Matthew Kuhnemann
Australia Likely to Make Changes for the 2nd ODI
After suffering a five-wicket defeat in the opening ODI, Australia may consider a few tactical changes ahead of the second match in Lahore. The visitors struggled to build partnerships during the middle overs and also lacked an experienced wicket-taking spinner.
One of the biggest talking points is the possible return of Adam Zampa to the playing XI. The experienced leg-spinner has been Australia’s leading white-ball spinner for several years and could provide much-needed control on the batting-friendly Lahore surface.
First ODI Performance Summary
Australia Innings
Batter
Runs
Matthew Renshaw
61
Matthew Short
55
Matthew Kuhnemann
24
Alex Carey
19
Pakistan Bowlers
Bowler
Wickets
Arafat Minhas
5
Abrar Ahmed
2
Shaheen Afridi
1
Salman Ali Agha
1
Pakistan Innings
Batter
Runs
Babar Azam
69
Ghazi Ghori
65
Sahibzada Farhan
28
Arafat Minhas
18*
Top Fantasy Picks
Player
Team
Why Pick?
Babar Azam
Pakistan
Consistent ODI performer
Ghazi Ghori
Pakistan
Wicketkeeper + Top-order batter
Arafat Minhas
Pakistan
Batting and bowling points
Matthew Short
Australia
In excellent form
Josh Inglis
Australia
Aggressive wicketkeeper batter
Shaheen Afridi
Pakistan
New-ball wicket taker
Nathan Ellis
Australia
Death-over specialist
Best Captain Choices
Player
Risk Level
Babar Azam
Safe
Arafat Minhas
Safe
Matthew Short
Safe
Josh Inglis
Moderate
Best Vice-Captain Choices
Player
Risk Level
Ghazi Ghori
Safe
Shaheen Afridi
Safe
Cameron Green
Moderate
Nathan Ellis
Differential
PAK vs AUS Dream11 Team 2nd ODI 2026 (Small League)
Role
Players
Wicketkeepers
Ghazi Ghori, Josh Inglis
Batters
Babar Azam (C), Matthew Short, Sahibzada Farhan, Marnus Labuschagne
All-Rounders
Arafat Minhas (VC), Salman Ali Agha
Bowlers
Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, Nathan Ellis
PAK vs AUS Dream11 Team 2nd ODI 2026 (Grand League)
Role
Players
Wicketkeeper
Ghazi Ghori
Batters
Babar Azam, Matthew Short, Josh Inglis, Sahibzada Farhan
All-Rounders
Arafat Minhas (C), Cameron Green, Salman Ali Agha
Bowlers
Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, Matthew Kuhnemann (VC)
Key Player Battles
Battle
Advantage
Babar Azam vs Nathan Ellis
Babar Azam
Shaheen Afridi vs Matthew Short
Shaheen Afridi
Cameron Green vs Arafat Minhas
Even
Josh Inglis vs Abrar Ahmed
Josh Inglis
Match Prediction
Team
Winning Chances
Pakistan
56%
Australia
44%
Pakistan will enter the match with momentum after their win in the first ODI. Their bowling attack looks more balanced, while Australia will depend heavily on their top order to level the series.
Predicted Winner: Pakistan
Fantasy Tips
Tip No.
Recommendation
1
Pick at least 2 all-rounders
2
Prefer top-order batters
3
Include one death-over bowler
4
Check toss before finalizing team
5
Keep Arafat Minhas in most combinations
FAQs
Who is the best captain for PAK vs AUS Dream11 Team 2nd ODI 2026?
Babar Azam is the safest captaincy option due to his consistency and ability to score big runs in ODI cricket.
What is the pitch report for PAK vs AUS 2nd ODI 2026?
The Gaddafi Stadium pitch is expected to favor batters, with some assistance for spinners during middle overs.
Who are the best vice-captain choices?
Ghazi Ghori, Arafat Minhas, Shaheen Afridi and Matthew Short are among the best vice-captain options.
Who will win PAK vs AUS 2nd ODI 2026?
Pakistan starts as the favorite after winning the first ODI and carrying momentum into the second match.
