Dream11 team predictions for the Pakistan vs Australia 1st T20I match, scheduled for today, January 29, 2026.

Here are 5 Dream11 team predictions for the Pakistan vs Australia 1st T20I match, scheduled for today, January 29, 2026.

​Match Details

• ​Match: Pakistan vs Australia, 1st T20I
• ​Venue: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
• ​Time: 4:30 PM IST
• ​Pitch Report: A flat batting paradise. High scores (180+) are expected. The team batting second often has an advantage due to dew.

​Team 1: Safe & Balanced (Small League)

​This team includes the most consistent performers from both sides. Safe for Head-to-Head contests.

• ​Wicket-Keeper: J Inglis
• ​Batters: T Head (Captain), B Azam (Vice Captain), M Marsh, S Farhan
• ​All-Rounders: S Ali Agha, S Khan, M Stoinis
• ​Bowlers: S Afridi, A Zampa, X Bartlett

​Team 2: Australia Batting Power (If AUS Bats First)

​Assumes Australia dominates with the bat on a flat pitch.

• ​Wicket-Keeper: J Inglis
• ​Batters: T Head (Captain), M Marsh (Vice Captain), J Fraser-McGurk, F Zaman
• ​All-Rounders: C Green, S Ali Agha
• ​Bowlers: S Afridi, N Shah, A Zampa, S Abbott

​Team 3: Pakistan Pace Attack (If PAK Bowls First)

​Designed for a scenario where Pakistan's pacers use the new ball effectively under lights.

• ​Wicket-Keeper: M Rizwan (or J Inglis if Rizwan doesn't play)
• ​Batters: B Azam (Captain), T Head, S Ayub
• ​All-Rounders: S Khan, S Ali Agha, C Green
• ​Bowlers: S Afridi (Vice Captain), N Shah, H Rauf, X Bartlett

​Team 4: Spin & Middle Overs (Grand League Risk)

​Betting on the pitch slowing down and spinners taking wickets in the middle overs.

• ​Wicket-Keeper: J Inglis
• ​Batters: B Azam, M Marsh, F Zaman
• ​All-Rounders: S Khan (Captain), G Maxwell (if playing) / M Stoinis, S Ali Agha
• ​Bowlers: A Zampa (Vice Captain), A Ahmed, S Afridi, T Sangha

​Team 5: High Risk / Grand League (Differential)

​This team skips some big names to fit in differential players who could have a breakout game.

• ​Wicket-Keeper: J Inglis
• ​Batters: S Ayub (Vice Captain), T Head, S Farhan
• ​All-Rounders: S Ali Agha (Captain), C Green, M Stoinis
• ​Bowlers: N Shah, S Abbott, S Johnson, M Wasim Jr

​Crucial Note: Since this is the first match of the series, playing 11s can be unpredictable. Please check the official toss update at 4:00 PM IST to confirm which players are starting before finalizing your team.