7th November 2023 and 23rd June 2024—two dates that define the Afghanistan vs Australia ‘rivalry’. In November, Glenn Maxwell’s superhuman knock snatched away what seemed to be Afghanistan’s famous World Cup victory, but eight months later, Afghanistan had their revenge by knocking Australia out of the T20 World Cup. Now, the stakes are higher than ever as the two teams meet in a do-or-die clash in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. The winner will secure a semifinal spot, while the loser could be on the brink of elimination.
Match Details: Afghanistan vs Australia
Fixture: Afghanistan vs Australia, 10th Match, Group B Date & Time: February 28, 02:00 PM LOCAL (2:30 PM IST) Venue: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore Live Streaming: JioHotstarWhat to Expect: Lahore has been offering swing for the seamers, especially early in the afternoon. Reverse swing could come into play beyond the 30th over, but it remains the least spin-friendly venue in this year’s tournament.
Team News & Playing XIs: Afghanistan vs Australia
Australia:
With a strong batting lineup and quality all-rounders, Australia remains a formidable side. Expect them to back their current XI despite their previous hiccups.
Playing XI: Matthew Short, Travis Head, Steven Smith (C), Marnus Labuschagne, Josh Inglis, Alex Carey (wk), Glenn Maxwell, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa, Spencer Johnson
Afghanistan:
Afghanistan’s top order has been consistent, while their spin attack, led by Rashid Khan, will be key on a batting-friendly track.
Probable XI: Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Ibrahim Zadran, Sediqullah Atal, Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi (C), Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Gulbadin Naib, Rashid Khan, Noor Ahmad, Fazalhaq Farooqi
Afghanistan vs Australia Dream11 Prediction Fantasy Tips
Wicketkeepers
Rahmanullah Gurbaz (RHB): Has five centuries and four fifties in 33 ODIs since 2023. A top-order attacking option.Batters
Ibrahim Zadran (RHB): Averages 51.06 in ODIs and recorded his highest score in the last game. Steven Smith (RHB, C/VC): A high-impact player who thrives in big games. Travis Head (LHB, Right-arm off-spin): Missed out in the last game but is expected to bounce back. Marnus Labuschagne (RHB, Right-arm wrist spin): Contributed with 47 runs and two wickets in the last game. Matthew Short (RHB, Right-arm off-spin): Opens the batting and bowls crucial middle-over spells.All-Rounders
Azmatullah Omarzai (RHB, Right-arm pace, C/VC): Averages 52.35 with the bat since 2023, and recently picked up a fifer against England. Mohammad Nabi (RHB, Right-arm off-spin): A crucial middle-order all-rounder with vast experience. Rashid Khan (RHB, Right-arm wrist spin): Afghanistan’s trump card, capable of turning games single-handedly. Glenn Maxwell (RHB, Right-arm off-spin): Has a phenomenal ODI record against Afghanistan (295 runs in 4 matches at 147.5 avg and 169.54 SR).Bowlers
Ben Dwarshuis (LHB, Left-arm pace, C/VC): Effective with the new ball and has excellent death-over variations.Venue & Pitch Report, Gaddafi Stadium
Venue: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore Boundaries: 63m and 73m square, 74m straight Pitch Type: Excellent batting deck with a lightning-quick outfield Par Score: 300+ expected for the team batting firstPace vs Spin Analysis – Champions Trophy 2025
Bowler TypeMatchesBallsRunsWicketsEconomyStrike RatePace Bowlers2620719176.9536.4Spin Bowlers2564599136.3743.3Key Player Stats
Glenn Maxwell vs Afghanistan (ODIs)
Matches: 4 Runs: 295 Best: 201* Average: 147.5 Strike Rate: 169.54 4s/6s: 28/17Rahmat Shah vs Australia (ODIs)
Matches: 2 Runs: 73 Best: 43 Average: 36.5 Strike Rate: 70.19 4s/6s: 7/0Afghanistan vs Australia Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report & Champions Trophy Live Streaming Inside Sport India.
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