The next exciting match in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will start today on 28 February at 2:30 pm (IST) between Afghanistan vs Australia.
This 10th match of Group B will be played at the famous Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. The match will be telecast live on Star Sports Network.
This match is very important for both the teams, as every point is worth a lot to make it to the semi-finals.
ICC Champions Trophy 2025 AFG vs AUS: Head to head
A total of 4 ODI matches have been played between Afghanistan and Australia so far, all of which have been won by Australia. Afghanistan has not yet managed to win any ODI match against Australia.
Afghanistan vs AustraliaMatch Team Status
Australia is currently in second place in the points table, with 3 points from 2 matches including 1 win, 0 loss, and 1 match was no result. Their net run rate is +0.475.
At the same time, Afghanistan is in third place, with 2 points from 2 matches including 1 win and 1 loss. Their net run rate is -0.990. Afghanistan’s performance in the tournament has been quite good so far. They have surprised everyone by defeating a strong team like England.
AFG vs AUS Match Weather and Pitch Report
Today’s weather in Lahore is expected to be a bit foggy, the temperature will be around 17.2 degrees Celsius. The sky will be cloudy and there is also a possibility of rain. The wind speed is expected to be 9.00 kmph. In such a situation, the team winning the toss can decide to bowl first.
The pitch of Gaddafi Stadium can be slightly helpful for fast bowlers, but spinners will also get average assistance. The pitch will be average for batting. An average of 256 runs are scored here in the first innings, while 225 runs in the second innings.
Probable ODI Match Playing XI Afghanistan
Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wicketkeeper), Ibrahim Zadran, Sediqullah Atal, Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi (captain), Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Gulbadin Naib, Rashid Khan, Noor Ahmed, Fazalhaq Farooqi
Probable ODI Match Playing XI Australia
Matthew Short, Travis Head, Steven Smith (captain), Marnus Labuschagne, Josh Inglis (wicketkeeper), Alex Carey, Glenn Maxwell, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Adam Jampa, Spencer Johnson
AFG vs AUS Match Dream11 Fantasy Tips
Afghanistan vs Australia Dream11 Prediction: While making your Dream11 team for this match, you should focus on some specific players. Ibrahim Zadran or Travis Head can be the best option for the captain, as both the batsmen are in good form. Rashid Khan or Glenn Maxwell can be chosen for the vice-captain, who can affect the match with their all-round abilities.
For the wicketkeeper, one has to choose between Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Josh Inglis, out of which Inglis has better recent form. Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmat Shah, Travis Head and Steven Smith are good options among the batsmen. Mohammad Nabi, Azmatullah Omarzai and Glenn Maxwell can be included in the all-rounder.
Among the bowlers, Rashid Khan, Noor Ahmed, Adam Jampa and Ben Dwarshuis can be given priority. Keep in mind to change your team according to the pitch and weather conditions. Do not forget to make necessary amendments in your final team after the toss.
AFG vs AUS Match Prediction
ICC CT 2025 Afghanistan vs Australia Match Prediction: The result of this match can be very exciting. Afghanistan has performed brilliantly so far in this tournament and proved its ability by defeating England. They have experienced players like Rashid Khan, Mohammad Nabi and Azmatullah Omarzai, who can turn the match around. Ibrahim Zadran’s form has also been excellent.
On the other hand, Australia is a strong team as always, with star players like Steven Smith, Travis Head and Glenn Maxwell. There is also a lot of variety in their bowling.
However, given Afghanistan’s recent performance, this match can be very close. The probability of victory is 60% in favor of Australia and 40% in favor of Afghanistan, but if Afghanistan can put pressure on Australia’s batsmen through their spinners, then they can achieve the feat. The decision of the toss can also have a big impact on the result of the match, as there is a possibility of rain in the weather.
