Australia Begin Busy White-Ball Season with Pakistan ODI Series
Australia begin their white-ball tour of Pakistan this weekend. The series marks the start of one of the busiest schedules in the team’s recent history.
The Australian squad has completed its preparations in Islamabad and will travel to Lahore for the opening match of the series. Several senior players have been rested ahead of a busy Test calendar. As a result, young players now have a chance to impress on the international stage.
Pakistan vs Australia ODI Series Schedule
- May 30, 2026 – 1st ODI, Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium
- June 2, 2026 – 2nd ODI, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
- June 4, 2026 – 3rd ODI, Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
Following the Pakistan leg, Australia will continue its white-ball campaign with matches in Bangladesh.
How to Watch the Series
Cricket fans can catch all the action from the Pakistan and Bangladesh tours through official broadcast partners, including Foxtel and Kayo Sports in Australia.
Australia Squad for Pakistan Tour
Captain: Josh Inglis
Squad: Josh Inglis, Alex Carey, Nathan Ellis, Cameron Green, Matthew Kuhnemann, Marnus Labuschagne, Riley Meredith, Ollie Peake, Matthew Renshaw, Tanveer Sangha, Liam Scott, Matt Short, Billy Stanlake, Adam Zampa.
Senior Fast Bowlers Rested
Australia’s pace attack will be without experienced quicks Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, and Josh Hazlewood for the Pakistan and Bangladesh tours. Team management has opted to manage their workloads as Australia prepares for a demanding Test schedule over the next 12 months.
The decision reflects Australia’s long-term planning, with a significant number of Test matches scheduled, including the possibility of another ICC World Test Championship Final appearance.
Leadership Opportunity for Josh Inglis
With regular white-ball captain Mitch Marsh unavailable for the Pakistan series due to an ankle injury sustained during the IPL, wicketkeeper-batter Josh Inglis will lead Australia in the three-match ODI series.
Selectors added Cooper Connolly to strengthen the squad, who impressed during the IPL season and joins the group for the Pakistan leg of the tour.
New Faces Set for International Debuts
Young batting prospect Ollie Peake and all-rounder Liam Scott are among the players expected to make their international debuts during the ODI series. Both players have earned selection through strong domestic performances and will be eager to make an impact.
Several established players, including Travis Head, are expected to join the squad later for the Bangladesh portion of the tour following their IPL commitments.
Billy Stanlake Eyes International Return
Fast bowler Billy Stanlake could make his return to international cricket during the Pakistan series. The towering pacer has been included specifically for this leg of the tour, while Xavier Bartlett is set to feature in the Bangladesh matches.
With a blend of experienced performers and exciting young talent, Australia’s tour of Pakistan promises to be an important step in the team’s preparations for a busy international season ahead.
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