Australia is set to face Pakistan in the first ODI match of the series at Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) on November 4 at 9:00 AM IST. This match marks the beginning of Pakistanโs tour of Australia in 2024.
One of the highlights of this game is Pakistanโs new captain, Mohammad Rizwan, who will lead the team for the first time as a full-time captain in the white-ball format. Rizwan has shown great skill and leadership in the past, and fans are eager to see how he performs in this new role.
For cricket fans looking to create their Dream11 fantasy team, this match offers some exciting choices. You can get tips on the best players to select, expected playing XI, and insights that could give you an edge in the game.
This first ODI promises to be an exciting match, with both teams looking to start the series on a strong note. Will Rizwanโs captaincy bring a fresh edge to Pakistanโs game, or will Australia dominate on their home turf? Weโll find out as the action unfolds at the MCG.
AUS vs PAK 1st ODI Match Details 2024
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Australia (AUS) vs Pakistan (PAK), 1st ODI |
| Series | Australia vs Pakistan ODI series 2024 |
| Match Date | November 4 (Monday) |
| Time | 09:00 AM IST / 03:30 AM GMT / 02:30 PM LOCAL / 8:30 AM PKT |
| Venue | Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne |
AUS vs PAK Match Preview
Pakistanโs tour of Australia is all set to begin with the first ODI on November 4. This series includes a total of 3 ODI matches and 3 T20 matches. Mohammad Rizwan will be leading Pakistan as captain, while Pat Cummins will be at the helm for Australia.
Pakistanโs team brings a mix of skill and experience, with players like Abdullah Shafique, Kamran Ghulam, and Shaheen Shah Afridi joining their captain, Mohammad Rizwan, who is known for his steady game.
Australia, on the other side, has a strong lineup of experienced batsmen, including Steve Smith, Marnus Labuschagne, and Glenn Maxwell. Theyโre backed by a solid bowling team with Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood, and Adam Zampa ready to take on Pakistanโs batsmen.
This series promises exciting matches as both teams bring their best players to the field. Fans can look forward to an action-packed start on November 4!
AUS vs PAK Playing 11s (Predicted)
Australia Playing 11:
Jake Fraser-McGurk, Matt Short, Steve Smith, Marnus Labuschagne, Glenn Maxwell, Josh Inglis, Aaron Hardie, Adam Zampa, Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood, Pat Cummins ยฉ
Pakistan Playing 11:
Saim Ayub, Abdullah Shafique, Kamran Ghulam, Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan (c/wk), Agha Salman, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Naseem Shah, Arafat Minhas, Aamir Jamal, Haris Rauf
AUS vs PAK Head-to-Head
Australia has a strong record against Pakistan in ODI matches. Out of 108 games played between the two teams, Australia has won 70 times, while Pakistan has managed to win 34 times. Three of the games were called off, and one ended in a tie.
| Teams | Matches Won |
| Australia | 70 |
| Pakistan | 34 |
AUS vs PAK Pitch Report, 1st ODI Match
The pitch at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) is known for its pace and good bounce, which helps fast bowlers. Because the ground is very large, players often rely on singles and doubles to score runs. However, spinners donโt get much support from this pitch, making it more challenging for them.
| Pitch Behaviour | Batting-friendly |
| Best Suited To | Pace |
| Average 1st innings score | 250 |
| Records | Good |
| Winning % | 66% |
AUS vs PAK Weather Report, 1st ODI Match
The weather forecast for the match day looks clear, with a maximum temperature of around 20ยฐC. Humidity is expected to be between 45-50 percent, and there will be a gentle breeze with wind speeds around 18-19 km/h. This pleasant weather should make for a good day of cricket.
| Temperature | 20ยฐC |
| Weather Forecast | Overcast |
AUS vs PAK Dream11 Fantasy Team No. 1
Wicket-keepers: Josh Inglis, Mohammad Rizwan
Batters: Marnus Labuschagne, Babar Azam
All-rounders: Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, Matthew Short, Agha Salman
Bowlers: Shaheen Afridi, Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins
Captain First-Choice: Matthew Short || Captain Second-Choice: Josh Hazlewood
Vice-Captain First-Choice: Glenn Maxwell || Vice-captain Second-Choice: Agha Salman
AUS vs PAK Dream11 Fantasy Team No. 2
Wicket-keeper: Mohammad Rizwan
Batters: Steve Smith, Babar Azam
All-rounders: Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, Matthew Short, Agha Salman, Aamer Jamal
Bowlers: Haris Rauf, Adam Zampa, Mitchell Starc
Captain First-Choice: Mohammad Rizwan || Captain Second-Choice: Steve Smith
Vice-Captain First-Choice: Marcus Stoinis || Vice-captain Second-Choice: Aamer Jamal
AUS vs PAK Dream11 Prediction, Who Will Win?
Australia has a strong record at home in all formats, making it tough for teams from the subcontinent to win here. Because of this advantage, Australia is expected to have the upper hand in the first ODI against Pakistan.
Australia vs Pakistan Squad 2024
Australia Squad
Pat Cummins (Captain), Sean Abbott, Cooper Connolly, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Aaron Hardie, Josh Hazlewood, Josh Inglis (Wicketkeeper), Marnus Labuschagne, Glenn Maxwell, Matthew Short, Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc, Marcus Stoinis, Adam Zampa.
Pakistan Squad
Mohammad Rizwan (Captain/Wicketkeeper), Abdullah Shafique, Saim Ayub, Babar Azam, Kamran Ghulam, Salman Ali Agha, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Naseem Shah, Haris Rauf, Arafat Minhas, Aamir Jamal, Muhammad Irfan Khan, Faisal Akram, Haseebullah (Wicketkeeper), Mohammad Hasnain.
