Pakistan is gearing up for the T20 World Cup with a crucial series against Australia, featuring three matches over the course of four days. The first match is set to take place at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on January 29, with the games serving as vital preparation for both teams ahead of the tournament.
While the home team boasts a full-strength squad, Australia will be missing key players including Josh Hazlewood, Pat Cummins, Tim David, Nathan Ellis, and Glenn Maxwell. Despite their absences, Australia still has time to regroup as their T20 World Cup opener is scheduled for February 11, making this series critical for building team chemistry and strategy.
Australian captain Travis Head acknowledges the tough challenge posed by Pakistan, who have shown impressive form by remaining undefeated in their last three bilateral T20I series, winning three out of their last five matches. This streak highlights the formidable challenge the Australians will face.
For fans in the United States and Canada, the first T20 match can be watched live on Willow TV, with exclusive streaming available through Fubo. This platform not only offers live coverage but also provides replays and highlights on demand, ensuring fans can catch all the action at their convenience. Fubo is currently offering a FREE trial for new subscribers in the U.S., making it an appealing option for those who have cut the cable cord.
The match timing translates across different North American time zones, starting Thursday, January 29, at 4 p.m. local time in Lahore. For viewers, this means the game will begin at 6 a.m. ET, 5 a.m. CT, 4 a.m. MT, and 3 a.m. PT.
As both teams look to finalize their line-ups and strategy, the series promises to deliver exciting match-ups and serve as a stepping stone into the highly anticipated T20 World Cup.