Pakistan and Australia are set to clash in the decisive third ODI of their series at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. This match will take place on Thursday, June 4, 2023, starting at 4:30 p.m. local time (5:00 p.m. IST). The series is currently tied, with Pakistan winning the first match and Australia equalizing in the second.
Match Overview
The first ODI saw Pakistan gain an initial advantage. However, in the second game, Australia responded strongly, primarily thanks to Nathan Ellis’s exceptional bowling performance, where he claimed 4 wickets for 33 runs. Interim captain Josh Inglis and Cameron Green each scored half-centuries, contributing to Australia’s total of 231 runs on a challenging pitch.
Key Performers
- Nathan Ellis: 4/33 in bowling.
- Josh Inglis: Scored a crucial half-century.
- Cameron Green: Added valuable runs with a half-century.
Pakistan’s Shadab Khan attempted to steer the innings with a resilient score of 71 runs from 104 balls, but fell to Tanveer Sangha, marking a pivotal moment in the match.
Streaming and Broadcast Information
Fans looking to watch the third ODI will not find a TV broadcast or live streaming option in India. This makes following the match online the primary way for fans to stay updated.
Team News
Pakistan is expected to maintain an unchanged lineup despite questions regarding Shadab Khan’s recent bowling form. The predicted XI includes:
- Sahibzada Farhan
- Maaz Sadaqat
- Babar Azam
- Ghazi Ghori (wk)
- Arafat Minhas
- Salman Agha
- Abdul Samad
- Shadab Khan
- Shaheen Afridi (c)
- Haris Rauf
- Abrar Ahmed
Australia is anticipated to field a strong side as well, having brought Adam Zampa back into the lineup following recovery from neck spasms. Their expected XI is:
- Matt Short
- Alex Carey
- Josh Inglis (c, wk)
- Matt Renshaw
- Cameron Green
- Marnus Labuschagne
- Oliver Peake
- Nathan Ellis
- Matt Kuhnemann
- Adam Zampa
- Tanveer Sangha
Betting Odds
According to betting odds, Pakistan is favored to win at 1.66 while the odds for an Australian victory stand at 2.18. These figures may fluctuate as the match approaches.
Upcoming Matches
The schedule for the ongoing ODI series is as follows:
| Match | Date | Venue | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st ODI | May 30 | Rawalpindi | 5:00 p.m. |
| 2nd ODI | June 2 | Lahore | 5:00 p.m. |
| 3rd ODI | June 4 | Lahore | 5:00 p.m. |
The rivalry between Pakistan and Australia continues to thrill cricket fans, and the third ODI promises to be a gripping encounter.
