Afghanistan will be all set to lock horns against Pakistan in this crucial 1st ODI encounter. Welcome to the AFG vs PAK Dream11 team prediction today and match preview.
Afghanistan will come here after losing their last series against Bangladesh after winning 2 of their last 5 matches which could keep them motivated to give their all in this contest.
Pakistan on the other hand will come here after an incredible haul against New Zealand with a series of consistent wins that could only enhance their momentum for this fixture.
Probable Winner, Match Tips, and Match Prediction
Pakistan could win this match by a close margin.
Match Odds
AFG- 1.47 PAK- 3.05
Pitch Report and Toss
The pitch is a brilliant outfield for batsmen. The winners of the toss to bat first.
Weather
The weather forecasts a clear sunny day.
Probable Playing 11
Afghanistan
R.Gurbaz (wk), I.Zadran, R.Shah, Najibullah-Zadran, H.Shahidi, M.Nabi, Rashid-Khan, Mujeeb-ur-Rahman, F.Farooqi, A.Omarzai, N.Ahmad
Pakistan
M.Rizwan (wk), B.Azam, F.Zaman, I.Haq, S.Shakeel, S.Khan, M.Nawaz, A.Salman, S.Afridi, H.Rauf, N.Shah
Match Details
Afghanistan vs Pakistan ODI
Match: Afghanistan vs Pakistan (1st ODI)
Date and Time: 22nd August – 03:00 PM IST
Venue: Mahinda Rajapaksa International Stadium, Hambantota, Sri Lanka
Telecast: Eurosport, Discovery+, FanCode
AFG vs PAK Dream11 Team Prediction Today, Afghanistan vs Pakistan ODI Fantasy Cricket Picks
Wicket-Keeper
Rahmanullah Gurbaz (8.0 Cr) will come here after being well-rested in the last series with amazing batting focus which could help him maintain a consistent form in this opening fixture.
Mohammad Rizwan (8.0 Cr) was not able to score runs in the last series after managing to score 260 runs in his last 3 ODI games which should keep him focused on giving his all in this contest.
Batsman
Ibrahim Zadran (8.5 Cr) was also looking strong in the last ODI series and will look to showcase his sharp batting skills that can continue to grow his momentum in this fixture.
Babar Azam (9.0 Cr) will be warmed up after the last series and should be able to push with an extra edge coming into his performance in this crucial contest as our prime choice for this encounter.
Fakhar Zaman (8.5 Cr) was an important part of the last match but couldn’t showcase his batting talents in the game which should keep him focused to return after being rested in the recent matches.
Imam-ul Haq (8.0 Cr) was brilliant in the last series after he was able to score 160 runs in the last 3 matches which can continue to raise confidence levels against tougher opposition.
All-rounders
Mohammad Nabi (8.0 Cr) managed to showcase his stride with a solid blend of batting and bowling talent in the last series which could develop a stronger performance in this fixture.
Shadab Khan (8.5 Cr) was able to score 58 runs along with 4 wickets in his last 3 matches which can continue to grow considering his improvements on this pitch.
Bowlers
Rashid-Khan (9.0 Cr) played a crucial role in the last series which should keep him motivated to add more wickets as seen in the last series that earned him 9 wickets in 3 matches.
Mujeeb-ur-Rahman (8.5 Cr) picked 4 wickets in the last 2 ODI matches with his ability to break partnerships and provide amazing control of his skills which makes him a crucial contributor.
Shaheen Afridi (9.0 Cr) is an incredible bowler who can attack with consistency and has proven his worth with a similar performance in the last series which could lead to an improving form for this encounter.
Dream11 Team Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain
B.Azam will be our captain because of his improving form with his consistent batting skills.
S.Afridi will be our vice-captain because of his ability to maintain his wicket taking momentum.
DREAM 11 TEAM
Gurbaz, Rizwan, Zadran, Zaman, Azam (C), Haq, Nabi, Khan, Mujeeb-ur-Rahman, Rashid-Khan, Afridi (VC)
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