Who will win today’s Champions Trophy match between AFG vs AUS?
Afghanistan and Australia lock horns on Friday, February 28, in what is a virtual quarterfinal.
Preview
Afghanistan (AFG) take on Australia (AUS) in the Champions Trophy 2025 at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on Friday, February 28. This is a virtual quarterfinal clash, as the winning team will progress to the semifinals while the losing team’s journey will come to an end.
Afghanistan are coming into this clash on the back of a huge win against England at the same venue. They defeated the Three Lions by eight runs on Wednesday to stay afloat in the competition. This was an important win for the Blue Tigers after they had been walloped by South Africa in the first game.
Meanwhile, a depleted Australian side won the first match convincingly against England as they chased down a 352-run target with five wickets and 15 balls to spare in Lahore. Australia’s second game against South Africa was washed out. Afghanistan will take confidence from their win against the Aussies in the T20 World Cup 2024. However, the Asian nation hasn’t beaten the Men in Yellow in ODI cricket thus far.
Match Details
| Match | Afghanistan vs Australia, Match 10, Champions Trophy 2025 |
| Venue | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| Date & Time | Friday, February 28, 2025, 2:30 PM (IST) |
Pitch Report
The Gaddafi Stadium has played host to a couple of high-scoring clashes in the ongoing Champions Trophy 2025. There has been even bounce on the surface, and the margin for error is very little for the bowlers. Batters can score a lot of runs if they are willing to spend time in the middle. In the first two matches, the average first innings score is 338.
Head-to-Head record
| Matches Played | 04 |
| Won by Afghanistan | 00 |
| Won by South Africa | 04 |
| Tied | 00 |
| No Result | 00 |
| First-ever Fixture | 25 Aug, 2012 |
| Most-recent Fixture | 07 Nov, 2023 |
AFG vs AUS Predicted Playing 11
Afghanistan (AFG):
Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Ibrahim Zadran, Sediqullah Atal, Rahmat Shah, Hasmatullah Shahidi (c), Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Gulbadin Naib, Rashid Khan, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Noor Ahmad.
Australia (AUS):
Matthew Short, Travis Head, Steve Smith (c), Marnus Labuschagne, Josh Inglis (wk), Alex Carey, Glenn Maxwell, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa, Spencer Johnson.
AFG vs AUS probable Best Performers
Probable best batter:
Ibrahim Zadran played a blinder of a knock in the previous game against England. His 177 off 146 balls earned him massive praise from experts and fans. Zadran will want to continue from where he left off on Wednesday. If he gets himself set at the crease, the right-handed batter could score another big hundred.
Probable best bowler:
Adam Zampa picked up two wickets against England but conceded 64 runs in his 10 overs. He is the most experienced bowler in this Australian lineup, and he would have a crucial role to play through the middle overs. If he gets among the wickets, it will put the brakes on Afghanistan’s scoring rate.
Champions Trophy 2025: Match 10, AFG vs AUS Match Prediction – Who will win today’s Champions Trophy match between AFG vs AUS?
Today’s Match Prediction: Team batting first to win the match
Scenario 1
- Afghanistan win the toss and opt to bat first
- Powerplay: 50-60
- AFG: 320-330
- Australia win the match
Scenario 2
- Australia win the toss and opt to bat first
- Powerplay: 50-60
- AUS: 350-360
- Australia win the match
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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