Is Pakistan vs Australia 1st T20I 2026 Live Telecast Available on PTV Sports?
Pakistan has won the toss and elected to bat first in the 1st T20I against Australia. While PTV Sports carries the match in Pakistan, Indian viewers must rely on digital streaming.
Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha has won the toss and elected to bat first against Australia in the opening match of their three-game T20 International series today, 29 January. The contest, held at the Gaddafi Stadium, marks a pivotal moment for both teams as they fine-tune their strategies ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026, commencing next month. Pakistan vs Australia Free Live Cricket Streaming Online in India, 1st T20I 2026.
PAK vs AUS Broadcast Availability on PTV Sports
For viewers in Pakistan, the national broadcaster PTV Sports is providing full live coverage of the series. The match is also being telecast on A Sports, ensuring wide accessibility across the country. Digital audiences in Pakistan can stream the action live via the Tamasha, Tapmad, and Myco apps.
In contrast, the broadcast landscape in India remains restricted to digital platforms. There is no live telecast available on any Indian television channel. However, fans in India can access a free live stream through the Sports TV YouTube channel. Pakistan vs Australia Live Score Updates of 1st T20I 2026.
Upon winning the toss, Salman Ali Agha cited the dry nature of the Lahore pitch as the reason for batting first, hoping to set a formidable target before the evening dew potentially impacts the outfield. Pakistan’s line-up sees the return of Babar Azam to the T20I fold, alongside a potent pace attack led by Shaheen Shah Afridi.
Australia is led today by Travis Head, as regular T20 skipper Mitchell Marsh is being rested for the series opener following his arrival from the Big Bash League. The Australian side features an experimental look, with debuts handed to several young prospects, including fast bowler Mahli Beardman and all-rounder Jack Edwards.
This series represents the final opportunity for both nations to assess their squad depth in a competitive environment before the global tournament in India and Sri Lanka. With five senior Australian players, including Pat Cummins and Glenn Maxwell, absent from this tour, the pressure is on Australia’s fringe players to stake their claim for a permanent spot in the World Cup roster.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jan 29, 2026 04:23 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).