Afghanistan and Australia will face off in Match 48 of the T20 World Cup 2024 as part of the Super Eight stage. The match is scheduled to be held at Arnos Vale Ground, Kingstown, St. Vincent, on Sunday, June 23. This will be Australia’s second game in the Super Eight stage, while Afghanistan will be looking to bounce back after a loss to India in their opening match of this stage.
Match Details
| Match | Afghanistan vs Australia, Match 48 |
|---|---|
| Venue | Arnos Vale Ground, Kingstown, St. Vincent |
| Date & Time | Sunday, June 23, 6 AM IST |
| Broadcast | Star Sports Network, Disney+ Hotstar |
Pitch Report and Conditions
The surface at Arnos Vale Ground favors spinners with a lot of turn on offer. Batters will need to be patient in the early stages and aim to score heavily towards the end. Opting to bowl first could be a wise decision given the pitch conditions.
Location
Head-to-Head Records
| Matches | Australia Wins | Afghanistan Wins | Tied | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
First Fixture: November 04, 2022
Most Recent Fixture: November 04, 2022
Probable Playing XI
Afghanistan
- Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Ibrahim Zadran, Hazratullah Zazai, Gulbadin Naib, Najibullah Zadran, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan (c), Noor Ahmad, Naveen-ul-Haq, Fazalhaq Farooqi
Australia
- David Warner, Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh (c), Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, Tim David, Matthew Wade (wk), Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood, Adam Zampa, Ashton Agar
Key Highlights
Australia’s Unbeaten Run
- Australia is unbeaten in the T20 World Cup 2024 so far.
- They aim to continue their winning streak against Afghanistan.
Afghanistan’s Redemption
- Afghanistan seeks to recover after a significant loss to India.
- A win is crucial for their progress in the tournament.
Pitch Advantage
- The spin-friendly pitch at Arnos Vale Ground is expected to play a significant role.
- Batters will need to adapt quickly to avoid early dismissals.
Probable Best Performers
- Best Batter: David Warner
- Warner’s recent form, including a 53-run innings off 35 balls against Bangladesh, makes him a strong contender for the best batter in this match.
- Best Bowler: Adam Zampa
- With 18 wickets in his last 10 matches, Zampa is in excellent form. The spin-favorable conditions further bolster his potential as the best bowler in this match.
Match Prediction
Based on current form and team composition, Australia is predicted to win the match against Afghanistan.