NEW DELHI: In a highly anticipated showdown at Lahore's iconic Gaddafi Stadium, Pakistan and Bangladesh are set to ignite the Asia Cup 2023 Super Fours stage. Pakistan stormed into this prestigious phase as the table-toppers of Group A, while Bangladesh secured their berth as the second-placed team in Group B.
The Men in Green have displayed sheer dominance, boasting an unblemished record in the continental tournament thus far. In stark contrast, Bangladesh encountered an initial hiccup, succumbing to Sri Lanka in their campaign opener. However, they staged a remarkable resurgence, overcoming Afghanistan and becoming the inaugural entrants from Group B to advance to the Super Fours.
Crucial Details for Pakistan vs. Bangladesh, Asia Cup 2023:
Venue: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, Pakistan
Date and Time: September 6, 2023, 3:00 p.m. IST
Live Streaming and Telecast: The electrifying clash between Pakistan and Bangladesh will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network and simultaneously streamed on the Disney+Hotstar app and website.
Dream 11 Prediction for the Pakistan vs. Bangladesh Encounter:
Wicket-keepers: Mushfiqur Rahim, Mohammad Rizwan
Batters: Babar Azam, Iftikhar Ahmed
All-rounders: Shakib Al Hasan, Shadab Khan, Mehidy Hasan Miraz
Bowlers: Shoriful Islam, Shaheen Afridi, Taskin Ahmed, Haris Rauf
Captain: Mohammad Rizwan
Vice-captain: Shaheen Shah Afridi
Predicted Playing XIs:
Bangladesh: Mohammad Naim, Anamul Haque, Litton Das, Shakib Al Hasan (c), Towhid Hridoy, Mushfiqur Rahim (wk), Afif Hossain, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam, Hasan Mahmud
Pakistan: Fakhar Zaman, Imam-ul-Haq, Babar Azam (c), Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Agha Salman, Iftikhar Ahmed, Shadab Khan, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, Haris Rauf (Playing XI already announced)
Top Picks:
Babar Azam: Pakistan's skipper kicked off the campaign with a majestic 151-run innings. His sizzling form this year makes him a daunting prospect for the Bangladeshi bowlers.
Shaheen Shah Afridi: The left-arm speedster left a trail of destruction in his wake, dismantling the Indian batting order with a sensational bowling display last week. With six wickets under his belt, including four against India, he looms as the most significant threat to the Bangladeshi batsmen.
Budget Picks:
Mehidy Hasan Miraz: Fresh off a stellar 119-ball 112, his highest one-day international (ODI) score against Afghanistan, the Bangladesh all-rounder enters the clash with Pakistan in red-hot form. He could play a pivotal role against a quality bowling attack.
Mushfiqur Rahim: The seasoned wicketkeeper-batsman is renowned for his ability to balance caution with aggression to perfection. In the face of a top-notch bowling lineup, his experience could prove crucial in bolstering Bangladesh's middle order.
Pitch Report:
The wicket at Gaddafi Stadium has evolved into a veritable batting paradise. In a recent contest between Afghanistan and Sri Lanka, a staggering total of 580 runs was amassed, setting the stage for yet another run-fest.
Pakistan vs. Bangladesh, Asia Cup 2023 Match Prediction:
Despite Bangladesh's recent triumph over Afghanistan, Pakistan's well-rounded and balanced squad is poised to prove insurmountable under the leadership of captain Shakib.
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