After a disastrous campaign at Asia Cup 2018, Pakistan would be looking for redemption against Australia when they face them in a two-match Test series starting October 7. As for the touring Aussies, the battle would be all about gaining fans’ trust across the globe after the ball-tampering saga that rocked the cricket fraternity, earlier this year. If you are looking for live telecast and online streaming details of Australia vs Pakistan, 1st Match 2018, then you can find the relevant information here. Read Pakistan vs Australia Live Cricket Score 1st Test Match Summary Here.

Ahead of the match Australian captain, Tim Paine said, “I think what happened was unfortunate, but we have to move on. We are fortunate enough to be getting back together after what happened.”

Talking about the scenario in Australia Cricket, after the trio of David Warner, Steve Smith, and Cameron Bancroft were banned, Paine said, “It's a great opportunity for some new players, new coach, but still the Australian Test team hasn't changed. It's a little bit of a new era, but we are hopeful that the guys who were involved will be back in the next six or eight months.” Australia vs Pakistan Test Series 2018: 'Great Opportunity' for Australia's New Boys, Says Captain Tim Paine Ahead of UAE Tour!

On the other hand, Pakistan dropped Mohammad Amir after a series of poor performances. Mohammad Hafeez, who last played a Test match for Pakistan in 2016, was drafted in the squad only a couple of days ago.

When is Australia vs Pakistan 1st Test Match? (Know Date, Time and Venue Details)?

Australia will be competing with Pakistan in the first Test match of the two-match series, starting October 7. The match is scheduled to begin at 11.30 am (IST); 10.00 am (Local Time), with the Toss set to take place at 11.00 am (IST). The first match of the series will be played at Dubai International Stadium, in Dubai.

Where to Watch Live Telecast of Australia vs Pakistan 1st Test Match on TV in India and Pakistan?

Sony Picture Network is the official broadcaster of Australia vs Pakistan Test 2018 in India. Fans will have to switch to Sony ESPN channel to see the live telecast of AUS vs PAK 1st Match at Dubai live on their TV sets. As for fans in Pakistan, the match will be telecast live on PTV Sports and Ten Sports channels.

Where to Watch Free Online Live Streaming of Australia vs Pakistan 1st Test Match? (SonyLIV and PTV Sports)

As Sony Picture Network is the official broadcaster of Australia vs Pakistan Test Series 2018, the fans can watch the match through its online streaming service too. Fans will have to visit Sony TV’s official website or its mobile app – SonyLIV – to catch the match action LIVE. As for fans in Pakistan, fans need to watch AUS vs PAK 1st Test match on the official website of PTV Sports.

The last time both the teams met in UAE (Pakistan’s adopted home), Pakistan defeated Australia 2-0. It will be an intriguing series for both the sides as one would be looking for redemption, while the other team would be looking to redeem fans’ trust. Stay tuned with us for all the latest updates about Australia vs Pakistan Test Series 2018!

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