Following a draw in the opening Test in Rawalpindi, action moves to Karachi as Pakistan and Australia lock horns in the second Test of the three-match series on Saturday, March 12. The second test match of the bilateral series will be played. National Stadium in Karachi and the game is scheduled to begin at 10:30 am IST.
Pakistan declared 474 for four in their first innings as Pat Cummins and Co were lured into playing three quicks in Rawalpindi. None of them were effective other than the captain who could get just one wicket. In reply, Australia were bundled out for 459 as two specialist spinners from Pakistan and a spin-bowling all-rounder dismissed them in 140.1 overs. Left-arm spinner Nauman Ali helped Australia wrap up the innings with a career-best 6/107. Moving on to the second innings, home team openers Abdullah Shafiq and Imam-ul-Haq scored centuries, ending the first day at 252 for 0 as the first Test ended in a sluggish draw.
The nature of the pitch in Rawalpindi drew much criticism, however, Karachi looks like a more conducive surface for a matter of five days. Both the teams will change their playing XI in the crucial second Test. Here fans can check details like when, where and how to watch Pakistan vs Australia live streaming online and telecast.
Pakistan vs Australia 2nd Test Team News and Injury Updates
Pakistan has received some positive news as pacer Hasan Ali is set to make a comeback in the team after missing out on the first Test due to injury. Haris Rauf and all-rounder Faheem Ashraf are all bidding for Ali to play in Karachi.
A second spinner may be involved in Australia. Uncapped leg-spinner Mitchell Swepson is likely to make his long-awaited Test debut and partner Nathan Lyon. Another spinner Ashton Agar can also be given a chance in the second Test. David Warner, Marnus Labuschagne and Steve Smith will have to show their worth with the bat.
When will the second test match Pakistan (PAK) vs Australia (AUS) be played?
The second Test will be played from March 12 to March 16.
Where will the second test match Pakistan (PAK) vs Australia (AUS) be held?
The second test match will be played at the National Stadium in Karachi.
What time will the second test match Pakistan (PAK) vs Australia (AUS) start?
The match will start at 10:30 am Indian time.
Which TV channel will broadcast the second test match Pakistan (PAK) vs Australia (AUS)?
The Pakistan vs Australia test series will be broadcast in India on Sony Pictures Sports Network.
How can I stream Pakistan vs Australia 2nd test match?
Pakistan vs Australia 2nd test match is available to stream live on SonyLIV app and website.
Pakistan vs Australia 2nd Test Probable Playing XI:
Pakistan vs Australia 2nd Test, Pakistan Probable Playing XI: Abdullah Shafiq, Imam-ul-Haq, Azhar Ali, Babar Azam (C), Fawad Alam, Mohammad Rizwan (WK), Iftikhar Ahmed or Haris Rauf, Nauman Ali, Sajid Khan, Hasan Ali, Shaheen Afridi
Pakistan vs Australia 2nd Test, Australia Probable Playing XI: David Warner, Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, Steven Smith, Travis Head, Cameron Green or Mitchell Swepson, Alex Carey (wk), Pat Cummins (c), Mitchell Starc, Nathan Lyon, Josh Hazlewood
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