Pakistan will be all set to lock horns against Nepal in this crucial Asia Cup encounter. Welcome to the PAK vs NEP Dream11 team prediction today and match preview.
Pakistan have maintained a strong run with a 5-match winning streak in all competitions with their ability to fight back during crucial moments which can be witnessed in this important opening fixture.
Nepal on the other hand have won 2 of their last 5 matches in all competitions which could keep them motivated to present a stronger form coming into this match.
Probable Winner, Match Tips and Match Prediction
Pakistan could win this match by a close margin.
Match Odds
PAK- 1.03 NEP- 26
Pitch Report and Toss
The pitch is helpful for batsmen. The winners of the toss should bat first.
Weather
The forecast predicts a partly sunny day.
Probable Playing 11
Pakistan
M.Rizwan (wk), B.Azam, I.Haq, F.Zaman, S.Khan, M.Nawaz, F.Ashraf, S.Afridi, H.Rauf, N.Shah, M.Wasim
Nepal
Asif-Sheikh (wk), K.Bhurtel, R.Kumar Paudel, A.Sheikh, D.Singh-Airee, K.Malla, G.Jha, S.Lamichhane, K.Karan, S.Kami, L.Rajbanshi
Match Details
Asia Cup ODI
Match: Pakistan vs Nepal
Date and Time: 30th August – 03:00 pm IST
Venue: Multan Cricket Stadium, Multan, Pakistan
Telecast: Star Sports Network, Disney+Hotstar
PAK vs NEP Dream11 Team Prediction Today, Fantasy Cricket Picks
Wicket-Keeper
Mohammad Rizwan (8.0 Cr) is an experienced player in the squad with great confidence and the ability to improve his contributions from behind the stumps and with the bat which makes him a crucial player.
Batsman
Babar Azam (9.0 Cr) has scored 113 runs at a strike rate of 123.53 in the last 3 matches with an improving form that can build his momentum which makes him a growing force and our prime choice.
Imam ul Haq (8.5 Cr) has scored 165 runs in his last 3 matches which can keep him confident to manage his responsibility in the top order with consistency which can bring out the best in him.
Kushal Bhurtel (9.5 Cr) holds a strike rate of 175 with 93 runs in 5 matches along with his performance in the last match that earned him 38 runs at a strike rate of 126.67
All-rounders
Shadab Khan (8.5 Cr) was able to showcase a strong batting form which earned him 90 runs at a strike rate of 96.97 along with 4 wickets which makes him a crucial contributor.
Mohammad Nawaz (7.5 Cr) leans more towards his bowling skills and was able to add 2 wickets at an economy rate of 6.50 in the last match which should help him manage his skills as the series progresses.
Dipendra Singh-Airee (8.5 Cr) has scored 101 runs at a strike rate of 183.64 with great potential to improve with his overall performance which makes him a crucial player for this match.
Bowlers
Shaheen Afridi (9.0 Cr) has 6 wickets in the last 3 matches with an economy rate of 5.42 which should allow him to find consistent wickets to break important partnerships.
Haris Rauf (8.5 Cr) was able to add 5 wickets in his last 2 matches added with his ability to score decent runs in the tail end of the batting order which can be witnessed in this crucial fixture.
Naseem Shah (8.0 Cr) was able to find 2 wickets at an economy rate of 7 in the last 2 games that could lead to an improving form at the start of this important series.
Sandeep Lamichhane (8.5 Cr) is an experienced talent with scope to improve as he has 3 wickets in the last 6 ODI matches which should keep him on top of his game in this tournament.
Dream11 Team Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain
B.Azam will be our captain and S.Afridi will be our vice-captain because of their current form and the ability to contribute to all departments.
DREAM 11 TEAM
Rizwan, Haq, Azam (C), Bhurtel, Khan, Nawaz, Singh-Airee, Rauf, Shah, Afridi (VC), Lamichhane
Dream11 Team Disclaimer
The veracity of our selections and team is based on earnest analysis of the league, matches, and playing 11s. We implore you to forage your team by your own accord with these facets helping spur your decision making.
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