The ICC World Cup 2023 is set for an exciting clash between Australia (AUS) and Pakistan (PAK) in the 18th match. This cricket showdown will take place at Bengaluru’s M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on Friday, October 20.
Australia’s journey in the World Cup 2023 gained momentum with a significant victory over Sri Lanka. Opting to field first, Zampa led the Aussie bowlers, securing four crucial wickets and limiting Sri Lanka to just 209 runs. In the second innings, Marsh and Inglis both achieved impressive half-centuries, driving the team to surpass the target in just 35.2 overs. This dominant performance marked a convincing win for the Australians.
Meanwhile, Pakistan enters this contest fresh from a substantial defeat at the hands of arch-rivals India. Despite a promising start with the bat, Pakistan’s middle-order woes saw them posting a meagre 191 runs. In India’s innings, Shaheen Afridi claimed a brace of wickets, while Hasan Ali chipped in with one scalp, but it was a tough outing for the Pakistani side.
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AUS vs PAK Match Details:
| Match | Australia Vs Pakistan, ODI World Cup 2023, Match 18 |
| Venue | M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bangalore |
| Date & Time | Friday, October 20, 2:00 PM (IST) |
| Live Streaming Details | Star Sports Network, Disney+ Hotstar app and website |
M Chinnaswamy Stadium Pitch Report:
Bengaluru’s pitch is renowned for offering one of India’s most batter-friendly tracks. It provides a favourable blend of pace and bounce, catering to the stroke-makers. With a speedy outfield and shorter boundaries adding to the allure, it’s a dream setting for batters. However, as the game unfolds, spinners possessing the ability to extract turn and employ a range of variations may find themselves influential in the proceedings.
AUS vs PAK Head-to-Head Record:
| Matches Played | 107 |
| Australia won | 69 |
| Pakistan won | 34 |
| N/R | 3 |
| Tied | 1 |
| First Played | 7-June-1975 |
| Last Played | 2-April-2022 |
AUS vs PAK Probable Playing XI
Australia (AUS):
Mitchell Marsh, David Warner, Steve Smith, Marnus Labuschagne, Josh Inglis (WK), Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins (C), Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood.
Pakistan (PAK):
Fakhar Zaman, Imam ul Haq, Babar Azam (C), Mohammad Rizwan (WK), Saud Shakeel, Iftikhar Ahmed, Usama Mir, Haris Rauf, Shaheen Afridi, Hasan Ali, Mohammad Nawaz
Probable Best Performers
Probable Best Batter:
Glenn Maxwell (Australia)
In the current Australian lineup, Glenn Maxwell shines as their top run-scorer against Pakistan, accumulating 735 runs in 18 matches, complete with seven half-centuries at a brisk strike rate of 125.42. He also proves his mettle in the bowling department, securing nine wickets with an economy rate under 6. With his remarkable all-round abilities, Maxwell assumes pivotal importance for Australia in their impending encounter with Pakistan.
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Probable Best Bowler:
Mitchell Starc (Australia)
In the ongoing World Cup campaign, Mitchell Starc has emerged as Australia’s leading wicket-taker, notching up a commendable tally of five crucial dismissals. Notably, he has contributed significantly with scores of 28 and 27 runs in his opportunities. Reflecting on his past World Cup encounters against Pakistan in 2015 and 2019, Starc maintained his consistency by claiming two wickets in each of those matches.
Today’s Match Prediction: Australia 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.
