Get ready for an exciting clash as Australia faces Afghanistan in the 39th match at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, on November 7th. The action kicks off at 08:30 AM GMT/02:00 PM local time.
Australia vs Afghanistan Match Preview
In the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 points table, Afghanistan currently hold the 6th position with 8 points and a negative net run rate of -0.330, while Australia are in the 3rd position with 10 points and a healthy net run rate of +0.924. As they prepare to face off, this match is crucial for both teams.
Afghanistan seek to secure a stronger position in the standings, while Australia aim to consolidate their spot in the top four. Expect an intense battle at Wankhede Stadium, with Afghanistan’s spinners and Australia’s strong batting lineup being key factors to watch.
Australia vs Afghanistan Weather Report
During the match, the weather forecast for the day indicates a high temperature of 38°C. Expect intervals of clouds and sunshine, creating a very warm and less humid atmosphere. As the evening approaches, the temperature is likely to be around 30°C, with clear to partly cloudy conditions prevailing, maintaining a warm ambiance throughout the game.
Australia vs Afghanistan Pitch Report
The pitch at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai is traditionally known for its batsman-friendly conditions, offering a flat track and shorter boundaries, making it a paradise for big scores. Spinners might come into play as the match progresses, but expect a high-scoring encounter in the initial overs.
Australia vs Afghanistan Predicted XI
Australia: David Warner, Travis Head, Steve Smith, Marnus Labuschagne, Josh Inglis (WK), Cameron Green, Pat Cummins (C), Mitchell Starc, Marcus Stoinis, Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood
Afghanistan: Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi (C), Mohammad Nabi, Ikram Alikhil (WK), Azmatullah Omarzai, Rashid Khan, Mujeeb ur Rehman, Naveen ul Haq, Fazalhaq Farooqi
Dream11 Team for Australia vs Afghanistan
Wicketkeeper: Ikram Alikhil
Captain: Pat Cummins
Batters: Rahmat Shah, David Warner, Travis Head
Bowlers: Naveen ul Haq, Rashid Khan, Josh Hazlewood
All-rounders: Marcus Stoinis, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi
Where to Watch Australia vs Afghanistan?
| 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 |
