Afghanistan vs Australia ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Preview: Likely Playing XIs, Key Battles, H2H and More About AFG vs AUS CT Cricket Match in Lahore
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is all set to witness a thrilling encounter between Afghanistan and Australia in the penultimate Group B match, at the iconic Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. After knocking England out of the tournament, both teams will face off in a must-win encounter to secure their spot in the semifinals. In this article, we will delve into the probable playing XIs, key battles, and H2H record of these two teams in the ODIs, as well as provide insights into the match timings and telecast details.
AFG vs AUS Head-to-Head Record in ODIs
Since 2012, when Afghanistan and Australia first clashed in an ODI, both nations have faced each other on four occasions. Unsurprisingly, Australia have emerged victorious on all four instances.
AFG vs AUS Match Key Players
The following players will be pivotal in determining the outcome of this match:
| Player Name | Country | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Alex Carey | Australia | Batsman/Wicketkeeper |
| Ibrahim Zadran | Afghanistan | Batsman |
| Adam Zampa | Australia | Bowler |
| Mohammed Nabi | Afghanistan | All-Rounder |
| Glenn Maxwell | Australia | All-Rounder |
| Azmatullah Omarzai | Afghanistan | All-Rounder |
AFG vs AUS Match Key Battles
Some crucial battles are expected to take place on the field:
- Ibrahim Zadran vs Ben Dwarshuis: The in-form Afghan batter will look to break free, while the Australian seamer will aim to restrict Zadran’s scoring rate.
- Azmatullah Omarzai vs Adam Zampa: The Afghan all-rounder’s attacking style could trouble the experienced Australian bowler, who needs a few overs to get into his rhythm.
- Afghanistan’s Middle-order Batters vs Adam Zampa: The experienced Australian bowler will look to exploit the Afghans’ middle-order weaknesses, while the Afghan batters will need to show resilience to break free.
AFG vs AUS ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Match Venue and Match Timings
The Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore will host the match, which is scheduled to begin at 2:30 PM IST (Indian Standard Time) on February 28.
AFG vs AUS ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Match Live Telecast and Online Streaming
In India, JioStar Network has the official broadcasting rights for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Fans can watch the live telecast on the Star Sports and Sports 18 channels in several regional languages. The digital rights for the Champions Trophy 2025 are also with JioStar Network. The Afghanistan vs Australia Group B match live streaming will be available on the JioHotstar app and website, with a limited free period and then a paid subscription fee.
AFG vs AUS ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Match Likely XI
Afghanistan National Cricket Team Likely XI:
- Rahmanullah Gurbaz (Wicketkeeper)
- Ibrahim Zadran
- Sediqullah Atal
- Rahmat Shah
- Hashmatullah Shahidi (Captain)
- Azmatullah Omarzai
- Mohammad Nabi
- Gulbadin Naib
- Rashid Khan
- Noor Ahmad
- Fazalhaq Farooqi
Australia National Cricket Team Likely XI:
- Matthew Short
- Travis Head
- Steven Smith (Captain)
- Marnus Labuschagne
- Josh Inglis (Wicketkeeper)
- Alex Carey
- Glenn Maxwell
- Ben Dwarshuis
- Nathan Ellis
- Adam Zampa
- Spencer Johnson
Stay tuned for more updates, analysis, and expert opinions on the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, including the AFG vs AUS match.
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