In Match 13 of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023, England (ENG) will face off against Afghanistan (AFG) on October 15 at the iconic Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi.
Afghanistan enters this match reeling from a demoralizing defeat against the Indian team in their previous encounter. Their campaign began on a shaky note, suffering a comprehensive defeat at the hands of Bangladesh. In contrast, England had a rough start, succumbing to New Zealand in the tournament opener. However, they bounced back impressively in their second game, securing a comfortable victory over Bangladesh.
Stay tuned for what promises to be a thrilling encounter between these two competitive sides. Follow our updates for in-depth analysis and live coverage of this crucial ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 predictions.
Looking forward, England would be hoping to continue their momentum and on the other hand, Afghanistan would be hoping to open their account on the point table.
ENG vs AFG Match Details:
| Match | Afghanistan Vs England, ODI World Cup 2023, Match 15 |
| Venue | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
| Date & Time | Sunday, October 15, 02:00 PM (IST) |
| Live Streaming Details | Star Sports Network, Disney+ Hotstar app and website |
Arun Jaitley Stadium Pitch Report:
The pitches at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi generally favour the bowlers. The wickets on the black soil surfaces will produce true bounce. Recently it has been seen that it supports the batters as well. Dew might be a factor going forward and teams winning the toss would be looking to chase for sure.
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ENG vs AFG Head-to-Head Record:
| Matches Played | 2 |
| England Won | 2 |
| Afghanistan Won | 0 |
| First Played | 13 – Mar 2015 |
| Last Played | 18 – Jun 2019 |
ENG vs AFG Probable Playing XI
England (ENG):
Jonny Bairstow, Dawid Malan, Joe Root, Harry Brook/ Ben Stokes, Jos Buttler (c & wk), Liam Livingstone, Moeen Ali, Sam Curran, Chris Woakes, Adil Rashid, Mark Wood
Afghanistan (AFG)
Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi (c), Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Najibullah Zadran, Rashid Khan, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Naveen-ul-Haq, Fazalhaq Farooqi
Probable Best Performers:
Probable Best Batter:
Dawid Malan (England):
Dawid Malan, known for his risk-free cricket, could be the best batter in this match. With 1200 runs from 23 innings in ODIs, Malan recently scored his sixth century against Bangladesh. He has an impressive average of 63.14 in his last seven ODIs and an overall average of 63.15 in this format. Considering his form, Malan is likely to be England’s highest run scorer against Afghanistan.
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Probable Best Bowler:
Reece Topley (Afghanistan):
On the other hand, Reece Topley, a quick seam bowler, is expected to shine in the match. Topley’s exclusion from England’s starting XI in their opening match surprised many, considering his impressive performance in home ODIs this summer. He returned back to the team and took 4-43 against Bangladesh, showcasing his skills as an opening bowler. It is predicted that Topley will be England’s leading wicket-taker in Match 13.
Today’s Match Prediction: England to win the match
Today’s Match Prediction: India to win the Match Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the author’s understanding, analysis, and instinct. When making your prediction, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.
