Match Details
Date: November 7, 2023
Time: 02:30 pm IST
Venue: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
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Match Preview:
The ICC ODI World Cup 2023 semi-final race heats up as Australia takes on Afghanistan in Mumbai. Both teams have been in incredible form and would push for the spot in the top four. Entering this fixture, the Aussies took down arch-rivals England in a thriller in Ahmedabad. At the same time, the Afghans took down the Netherlands in another clinical chase.
Pitch Report:
The Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai has been a batter’s paradise with an average score of 256. The batters have scored many runs, thanks to the ground’s short dimensions and the incredible pitches. At the same time, fast bowlers can come into play early in both innings with a new ball, while spinners generally find it difficult.
Team Analysis:
Australia
After losing two back-to-back games in the World Cup, Australia have roared back with five consecutive victories in the tournament. Their batting has improved thanks to the incredible form of their top order with the likes of David Warner, Mitchell Marsh and Travis Head scoring runs. Similarly, the bowling has also taken massive strides with Adam Zampa leading the line with his incredible wicket-taking ability.
SportsTiger Playing XI of Australia
David Warner, Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh, Steven Smith, Marnus Labuschagne, Josh Inglis, Glenn Maxwell, (wk), Pat Cummins (c), Mitchell Starc, Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood
Afghanistan
In contrast, the Afghanistan team has emerged as the biggest surprise team in the World Cup with an incredible record after a poor start. They have defeated three former World Cup champions and are also nearing a historic semi-final spot. Their batting has seen the most improvement with Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi and Azmatullah Omarzai scoring consistently. On the other hand, Afghan bowling has been their biggest strength with Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan and Mujeeb Ur Rahman in stunning form.
SportsTiger Playing XI of Afghanistan
Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi (c), Azmatullah Omarzai, Ikram Alikhil (wk), Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Naveen-ul-Haq, Noor Ahmad
Match Prediction: 
Conclusion:
Australia has a better chance to win this fixture and defeat Afghanistan to register their sixth consecutive win in the ICC ODI World Cup 2023.
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