LAHORE (The Tribune International) Pakistan and Australia are set to face off in a decisive third One-Day International at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium today, with both teams aiming to clinch the three-match series.
The much-anticipated encounter will begin at 4:30 PM Pakistan Standard Time (PST), while the toss is expected to take place approximately 30 minutes before the start of play.
The series is finely poised at 1-1 after Australia bounced back strongly in the second ODI, defeating Pakistan by 41 runs at the same venue to level the contest.
Cricket fans are expected to turn out in large numbers as the two sides prepare for a winner-takes-all showdown. Pakistan will be looking to capitalize on home conditions and secure a memorable series victory, while Australia will be eager to continue the momentum gained from their recent success in Lahore.
The hosts are likely to rely on experienced campaigners such as Babar Azam and captain Shaheen Shah Afridi, while Australia will look towards skipper Mitchell Marsh and their in-form bowling attack to deliver another strong performance.
With both teams having claimed one victory each, the final ODI promises a thrilling contest and an exciting conclusion to Australia’s tour of Pakistan.
