The third and final T20I between Australia and Pakistan is set to light up the Bellerive Oval in Hobart on Monday, November 18. With Australia already clinching the series 2-0, Pakistan will look to salvage pride in this last encounter and gain momentum for their upcoming challenges.
Match Details:
- Date: November 18, 2024
- Time: 8:00 am GMT | 7:00 pm Local | 1:30 pm IST
- Venue: Bellerive Oval, Hobart
Pakistan’s Chance to Rebuild Confidence
After a narrow 13-run loss in the second T20I, Pakistan enters the final game with one goal: to avoid a clean sweep. Despite losing the series, this match provides an opportunity for players like Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, and Haris Rauf to showcase resilience and turn the tide.
For Pakistan, avoiding a series whitewash isn’t just about pride—it’s about boosting morale and identifying key players who can deliver in high-pressure situations.
Australia’s Momentum and Depth
Australia, on the other hand, has displayed dominance throughout the series. The team’s depth in both batting and bowling has been remarkable, with players like Glenn Maxwell and Josh Inglis making significant contributions. The home side will aim to close the series with a commanding 3-0 victory to further strengthen their standing in T20I cricket.
Bellerive Oval Pitch Report
The pitch at the Bellerive Oval has evolved over the years, offering a fair contest between bat and ball. While batters can enjoy the consistent bounce, bowlers—especially pacers—can extract movement under favorable conditions. Expect a competitive clash with scores ranging from 160 to 180.
Dream11 Fantasy Picks
- Wicketkeepers: Mohammad Rizwan, Josh Inglis
- Batters: Matthew Short, Jake Fraser-McGurk
- All-rounders: Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis
- Bowlers: Adam Zampa, Xavier Bartlett, Haris Rauf, Abbas Afridi, Nathan Ellis
Captain Choices: Josh Inglis (c), Mohammad Rizwan (vc)
Alternative Captain Choices: Matthew Short (c), Haris Rauf (vc)
Squads:
Australia:
Matthew Short, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Josh Inglis (wk/c), Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, Tim David, Aaron Hardie, Xavier Bartlett, Nathan Ellis, Spencer Johnson, Adam Zampa, Josh Philippe, Sean Abbott
Pakistan:
Mohammad Rizwan (wk/c), Babar Azam, Sahibzada Farhan, Usman Khan, Agha Salman, Irfan Khan, Abbas Afridi, Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, Sufiyan Muqeem, Haris Rauf, Haseebullah Khan, Arafat Minhas, Jahandad Khan, Omair Yousuf
Key Players to Watch
- Josh Inglis: The in-form Australian keeper-batsman could be pivotal in setting the tone for a high score.
- Haris Rauf: Pakistan’s spearhead pacer will look to rattle Australia’s strong batting lineup with early breakthroughs.