In the much-anticipated Game 22 of the ODI World Cup 2023, Afghanistan will face off against Pakistan at the iconic MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Monday, October 23. This encounter promises to be a thrilling match-up, as both teams are determined to recover from their recent setbacks.
Pakistan, coming off a challenging game against Australia, displayed resilience and managed to secure victory despite some shaky performances earlier in the tournament. Meanwhile, Afghanistan faced a tough battle against New Zealand in their previous outing, resulting in a hard-fought loss.
As the teams gear up for this pivotal clash, cricket enthusiasts around the world are eager to witness how Afghanistan and Pakistan strategize to regain their winning momentum. Stay tuned for an action-packed showdown that could potentially reshape the course of the tournament.
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AFG vs PAK Match Details:
| Match | Afghanistan Vs Pakistan, ODI World Cup 2023, Match 22 |
| Venue | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| Date & Time | Monday, October 23, 2:00 PM (IST) |
| Live Streaming Details | Star Sports Network, Disney+ Hotstar app and website |
MA Chidambaram Stadium Pitch Report and Conditions:
The surface at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai is famous for maintaining a slow tempo. The spinners could look to perform at the peak of their powers on such a surface, and opting to bowl first and chase the target could prove to be a viable decision.
AFG vs PAK Head-to-Head Record
| Matches Played | 7 |
| Pakistan Won | 7 |
| Afghanistan Won | 0 |
| First Played | 10 feb,2012 |
| Last Played | 26 aug, 2023 |
AFG vs PAK Probable Playing XI
Afghanistan (AFG):
Rahmanullah Gurbaz (WK), Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi (C), Mohammad Nabi, Ikram Alikhil, Azmatullah Omarzai, Rashid Khan, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Naveen-ul-Haq
Pakistan (PAK):
Imam ul Haq, Abdullah Shafique, Babar Azam (C), Mohammad Rizwan (WK), Saud Shakeel, Iftikhar Ahmed, Mohammad Nawaz, Hasan Ali, Usama Mir, Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf
Probable Best Performers:
Probable Best Batter: Mohammad Rizwan (Pakistan)
Pakistan’s wicketkeeper Mohammad Rizwan has been in exceptional form. Rizwan’s performance against Afghanistan could come in handy for the Men in Green. Notably, Rizwan has scored 556 runs in his last 10 games, and he will be keen on continuing his form.
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Probable Best Bowler: Rashid Khan (Afghanistan)
Ace spinner Rashid Khan could be one player who could make a significant impact for Afghanistan against Pakistan. With 11 wickets in his last nine games, Rashid’s repertoire with the ball is something that needs no introduction, and it could be interesting to see how he tackles Pakistan’s batters.
