In the upcoming December-January period of 2023-2024, cricket enthusiasts can look forward to a riveting contest as Australia and Pakistan gear up for a three-match Test series on Australian soil. The Pakistan Cricket Board has officially announced their plans to embark on this cricketing journey at the close of 2023, marking the initiation of the Australia vs Pakistan Test Series 2023-24, integrated into the ICC World Test Championship for the 2023-2025 season.
This highly anticipated series will unfold across three distinct venues: Perth Stadium in Perth, the Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne, and the Sydney Cricket Ground in Sydney. The cricketing spectacle kicks off with the first test scheduled from 14–18 December 2023 in Perth, followed by the second test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground from 26–30 December 2023. The culmination of the series will take place at the Sydney Cricket Ground from 3–7 January 2024.
Delving into historical context, the last Test series between Australia and Pakistan in Australia took place in 2019, resulting in a 2-0 victory for Australia. Despite 13 visits since 1956, Pakistan has never clinched a Test series in Australia. The most recent encounter between the two nations occurred in the 2021-22 series when Australia toured Pakistan, securing a 1-0 series win.
At present, Babar Azam spearheads the Pakistani team across all formats, making him the likely leader for the upcoming tour to Australia. Conversely, Pat Cummins assumes the role of captain for the Australian squad in all formats, positioning him as the key figure for Australia. In the ICC rankings, Australia commands the top spot, whereas Pakistan occupies the 6th position.
Examining their head-to-head record in Test cricket, Australia and Pakistan have clashed 69 times, with Pakistan emerging victorious in 15 matches, succumbing to defeat in 34 encounters, and 20 matches concluding in draws.
In terms of overall Test statistics up to June 2023, Pakistan has contested 451 matches, securing victory in 146 and facing defeat in 139. Meanwhile, Australia has participated in 853 Tests, triumphing in 405 instances and experiencing defeat 229 times.
With the stage set for this exciting series, all eyes will be on how Pakistan adapts to foreign conditions and devises strategies to secure their maiden Test series victory against Australia. Stay tuned for an exhilarating clash between these cricketing powerhouses.
Schedule
| Sr. No | Match Date | Teams | Match Name | Grounds | Countries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 14-12-2023 | Australia vs Pakistan | 1st Test | Perth Stadium, Perth | Australia |
| 2 | 26-12-2023 | Australia vs Pakistan | 2nd Test | Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne | Australia |
| 3 | 03-01-2024 | Australia vs Pakistan | 3rd Test | Sydney Cricket Ground , Sydney | Australia |
Australia vs Pakistan Test 2023 squad:
Australia: (First Test only) Pat Cummins (c), Scott Boland, Alex Carey, Cameron Green, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, Nathan Lyon, Mitchell Marsh, Lance Morris, Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc, David Warner
Pakistan: Shan Masood (c), Aamir Jamal, Abdullah Shafique, Abrar Ahmed, Babar Azam, Faheem Ashraf, Hasan Ali, Imam-ul-Haq, Khurram Shahzad, Mir Hamza, Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Mohammad Wasim Jnr, Noman Ali, Saim Ayub, Salman Ali Agha, Sarfaraz Ahmed (wk), Saud Shakeel and Shaheen Shah Afridi
Live Streaming details
Where to watch in Pakistan
Match will be live on PTV Sports,
Where to watch in the UK
In the UK, Australia’s three-Test series against Pakistan at the end of the year will be telecast on TNT Sports.
Where to watch in South Africa
Supersport will show the Australia-Pakistan series live in South Africa.
Where to watch in New Zealand
Sky NZ will show the AUS vs PAK Tests live in New Zealand
Where to watch in Canada and America
Willow HD will show Australia vs Pakistan test series.
