Lahore Weather Forecast: Rain to Play Spoilsport in PAK vs AUS 3rd ODI? Check Hourly Updates And Predicted Playing XIs

Rain could impact the PAK vs AUS 3rd ODI at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, with showers forecast during the opening hours. Pakistan and Australia enter the series decider level at 1-1, while pitch conditions and predicted playing XIs add intrigue.

By: Pragun Mehrotra
Last Updated: June 4, 2026 16:51:18 IST

PAK vs AUS, 3rd ODI Weather Update: Lahore gears up to host Pakistan and Australia cricket teams for the final ODI of the series. Coming to the third game, both teams have won a game each in the series so far. The hosts, Pakistan, started with a win before a second-string Australia made a comeback in the second match at Gaddafi Stadium. The Shaheen Afridi-led side, despite poor performances in recent years, boasts a strong record at home. Meanwhile, Josh Inglis is captaining Australia in a full ODI series for the first time and could end his captaincy debut with a series win. As we approach the Pakistan vs Australia series decider, here is a look at the weather in Lahore. 

PAK vs AUS, 3rd ODI: Will rain play spoilsport in Lahore?

According to Accuweather, there could be a spell of rain to start off the match. It could mean that there is a delayed start to the series decider at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore. However, in some good news for the fans, the weather forecast shows clear skies as the day progresses. So despite a rain early on in the game, it is expected that a result would be attained from the match. 

PAK vs AUS, 3rd ODI: Hourly Lahore Weather Update

Time Temperature Rain Chances
3:00 PM (Local Time) 34°C 38%
4:00 PM (Local Time) 34°C 47%
5:00 PM (Local Time) 33°C 47%
6:00 PM (Local Time) 32°C 54%
7:00 PM (Local Time) 32°C 1%
8:00 PM (Local Time) 31°C 0%
9:00 PM (Local Time) 29°C 0%
10:00 PM (Local Time) 29°C 0%
11:00 PM (Local Time) 28°C 0%
12:00 AM (Local Time) 28°C 0%

 

PAK vs AUS 3rd ODI live streaming and telecast details

Pakistan vs Australia matches will not be broadcast or live-streamed in India. However, fans can watch the games on Sports TV (YouTube). But it is not an official broadcast partner.

PAK vs AUS 3rd ODI: Gaddafi Stadium Pitch Report

Since the surface is very slow and the ball does not come off the bat easily, batting has become quite challenging at Gaddafi Stadium. As a result, batsmen will have to be patient, refrain from risky shots, and focus on finding the gaps rather than hitting huge sixes. But, bowlers might like the situation better. Thanks to the slow nature of the pitch, there will be several chances for both fast bowlers and spinners to build pressure and take wickets.

PAK vs AUS, 3rd ODI: Predicted XIs for Pakistan and Australia

Pakistan Predicted Playing XI: Sahibzada Farhan, Maaz Sadaqat, Babar Azam, Ghazi Ghori (wk), Arafat Minhas, Salman Agha, Abdul Samad, Shadab Khan, Shaheen Afridi (C), Haris Rauf, Abrar Ahmed

Australia Predicted Playing XI: Alex Carey, Matthew Short, Josh Inglis (C and wk), Marnus Labuschagne, Cameron Green, Matt Renshaw, Oliver Peake, Nathan Ellis, Tanveer Sangha, Matthew Kuhnemann, Adam Zampa

Also Read: PAK vs AUS Winner And Toss Prediction: Who Will Win Today’s 3rd ODI Between Pakistan And Australia in Lahore?

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