In the 2023 ICC World Cup, the 18th Match will see an exciting clash between Australia and Pakistan on October 20, Friday, at the M.Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. The match is set to kick off at 08:30 GMT, providing a thrilling spectacle for cricket fans, while the local time (IST) will be 02:00 PM.
Australia vs Pakistan Match Preview
In the forthcoming clash in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023, Australia faces Pakistan, and the stage is set for a riveting encounter. The teams find themselves in contrasting positions on the Points Table, adding an extra layer of intrigue to this battle. Australia are currently placed 8th, having secured one win out of their three matches. Their net run rate (NRR) stands at -0.734, indicating the need for an impressive performance to climb the rankings.
Meanwhile, Pakistan are positioned at 4th place, having secured two victories and faced one defeat. However, they’ll be keen to address their NRR, which currently stands at -0.137. As the teams clash on the field, this match provides an opportunity for both sides to make a statement and ascend in the tournament standings.
With the World Cup standings still taking shape, every game is of paramount importance. Australia will be eager to improve their position, and Pakistan aims to solidify their standing by enhancing their NRR. Both teams will need to execute their strategies with precision to achieve their objectives and move one step closer to their World Cup aspirations. As the world watches, this contest promises to be a captivating display of cricketing prowess, where the victor will seize a valuable opportunity to ascend the rankings and edge closer to World Cup glory.
Australia vs Pakistan Weather Report
During the highly anticipated match on October 20, the weather is expected to be favorable for cricket enthusiasts. With a daytime high of around 30°C, the conditions will be sunny to partly cloudy, providing a pleasant backdrop for the game. However, as the match progresses and the evening unfolds, the temperature is likely to gradually drop, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable cricketing experience for all in attendance.
Australia vs Pakistan Pitch Report
The pitch at the M.Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru is renowned for its true bounce and favoring batsmen, making it a paradise for high-scoring matches. Spinners may find assistance in the later stages, but overall, it’s a batsman-friendly wicket.
Australia vs Pakistan Predicted XI
Australia: David Warner, Mitchell Marsh, Steve Smith, Marnus Labuschagne, Glenn Maxwell, Alex Carey (WK), Cameron Green, Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood
Pakistan: Abdullah Shafiq, Imam ul Haq, Babar Azam (C), Mohammad Rizwan (WK), Saud Shakeel, Iftikhar Ahmed, Shadab Khan, Mohammad Nawaz, Hasan Ali, Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf
Dream11 Team for Australia vs Pakistan
Wicketkeeper: Mohammad Rizwan
Captain: Pat Cummins
Batters: David Warner, Babar Azam, Marnus Labuschagne
Bowlers: Hasan Ali, Adam Zampa, Mitchell Starc
All-rounders: Glenn Maxwell, Iftikhar Ahmed, Cameron Green
Where to Watch Australia vs Pakistan?
| COUNTRY | BROADCASTING CHANNELS & LIVE STREAMING |
|---|---|
| Afghanistan | Ariana TV, Ariana News, Ariana TV website, SportsAfghan-Wireless.com |
| Australia | Fox Sports 501, Channel 9 HD, 9Gem HD, FoxtelGo, FoxtelNOW, Kayo, 9Now |
| Bangladesh | GTV, BTV, T Sports, Rabbithole |
| Canada | Willow TV, Disney+ Hotstar |
| Caribbean Islands | ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN Play Caribbean |
| Central & South America and Mexico | ESPN+ |
| Continental Europe and SEA (excluding Singapore) | YuppTV |
| Hong Kong | Astro Cricket via NowTV, YuppTV |
| India | Star Sports 1 (HD+HD), Star Sports 1 Hindi (SD+HD), Star Sports 1 Tamil, Star Sports 1 Telugu, Star Sports 1 Kannada, Star Sports 2 (HD+SD), Disney+ Hotstar |
| Maldives, Nepal, Bhutan | Star Sports 1 (HD+HD), Star Sports 1 Hindi (SD+HD), Star Sports 1 Tamil, Star Sports 1 Telugu, Star Sports 1 Kannada, Star Sports 2 (HD+SD), Yupp TV |
| Malaysia | Astro Cricket, Yupp TV |
| MENA | CricLife, CricLife Max, StarzPlay, Switch TV |
| New Zealand | Sky Sport |
| Pacific Islands | TVWAN Action, TVWAN Sports, Digicel app |
| Pakistan | PTV Sports, www.ptvsports.pk, Daraz, Tapmad, Jazz, A-Sports, ARY ZAP |
| Singapore | HubSports 4, HubSports 5, StarHub TV+ (Simulcast of linear channels) |
| Sri Lanka | Sirasa TV, Dialog TV, Event TV, Kiki.lk, Kiki app |
| South Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa | SuperSport Grandstand, SuperSport Cricket, SuperSport app |
| UK | Sky Sports Cricket, Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Mix, SkyGO, Sky Sports App |
| USA | WillowTV, ESPN+ app |
