Match 3 of the ongoing ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 will witness the clash between Afghanistan (AFG) and Bangladesh (BAN) on October 7. The match will be played at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, in Dharamsala.
Afghanistan are coming off a six-wicket win over Sri Lanka using the DLS method in their second warm-up game in Guwahati. Meanwhile, their first game against South Africa in Thiruvananthapuram was abandoned due to persistent rain. Moreover, Afghanistan have had a terrible campaign in the 2023 Asia Cup, having lost to Bangladesh and Sri Lanka in the group stage to get eliminated from the tournament.Â
Bangladesh, on the other hand, won their first warm-up game against Sri Lanka by several wickets in Guwahati. However, they fell short in the second game, suffering a four-wicket loss (DLS method) against the defending champions, England, at the same stadium.Â
BAN vs AFG Match Details:
| Match | Bangladesh vs Afghanistan, ODI World Cup 2023, Match 3Â |
| Venue | Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamsala |
| Date & Time | Saturday, October 7, 10:30 AM (IST)Â |
| Live Streaming Details | Star Sports Network, Disney+ Hotstar app and website |
Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium Pitch Report:
The pitches at the HPCA Stadium generally favour the bowlers. The wickets at the black soil pitches will produce true bounce. The last ODI played at this venue is proof that the HPCA’s tracks are beneficial for medium pacers. The team chasing has had more success compared to the teams batting first as per the total of four ODIs played at this venue.
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BAN vs AFG Head-to-Head Record:
| Matches Played | 15 |
| Afghanistan Won | 6 |
| Bangladesh Won | 9 |
| First Played | 01-Mar-2014 |
| Last Played | 03-Sep-2023 |
BAN vs AFG Probable Playing XI
Afghanistan (AFG):
Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi (C), Mohammad Nabi, Najibullah Zadran, Azmatullah Omarzai, Rashid Khan, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Naveen-ul-Haq, Fazalhaq Farooqi
Bangladesh (BAN)
Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Litton Das, Nazmul Hossain Shanto, Shakib Al Hasan (C), Mushfiqur Rahim (wk), Towhid Hridoy, Mahmudullah, Mahedi Hasan/Nasum Ahmed, Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam, Mustafizur Rahman
Probable Best Performers:
Probable Best Batter:
Rahmanullah Gurbaz (Afghanistan):Â
Rahmanullah Gurbaz could be the best batter in the third ODI match between Afghanistan and Bangladesh. The young wicketkeeper-batter proved crucial for the side in their warm-up match against Sri Lanka scoring 119 runs off 92 deliveries. The 21-year-old has so far scored 958 runs in 26 games, including five centuries at an average of 38.32. He is eager to help his side in their opening match in the ongoing World Cup.
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Probable Best Bowler:
Taskin Ahmed (Bangladesh):
Taskin Ahmed is expected to be Bangladesh’s best bowler in the upcoming match against Afghanistan. The right-armer picked up one wicket in the warm-up game against England in Guwahati. The 28-year-old was Bangladesh’s leading wicket-taker in the 2023 Asia Cup, picking up nine wickets from four games at an economy rate of 5.13.Â
  Today’s Match Prediction: Team Bowling first to win the match
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Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.
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