On October 7th, in the exciting clash between Bangladesh and Afghanistan, the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala will set the stage for an intense battle as the World Cup 2023 unfolds. The match is scheduled to kick off at 05:00 GMT, 10:30 AM IST, promising an early-morning cricket spectacle.
Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Match Preview
In what promises to be an electrifying encounter, Afghanistan and Bangladesh are set to lock horns in the upcoming World Cup 2023 clash. Both teams have assembled formidable squads that are poised to create fireworks on the cricketing stage.
Afghanistan, led by the dynamic Hashmatullah Shahidi, boasts a batting lineup featuring the likes of Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Rahmat Shah, and Najibullah Zadran, who have the firepower to dismantle any bowling attack. The spin duo of Rashid Khan and Mohammad Nabi, known for their wily variations, adds another dimension to Afghanistan’s formidable side. With an exciting mix of youth and experience, Afghanistan appears poised to assert their dominance.
On the other side of the pitch, Bangladesh, led by the experienced Shakib Al Hasan, brings a blend of seasoned campaigners and emerging talents. The opening duo of Tamim Iqbal and Litton Kumer Das is known for their explosive starts, while the middle order, anchored by Mushfiqur Rahim and Mahmudullah Riyad, adds stability. Bangladesh’s bowling arsenal, spearheaded by Mustafizur Rahman and the spin prowess of Mehidy Hasan Miraz, promises to test Afghanistan’s batting prowess.
Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Weather Report
On the match day, which is on the morning of October 7th, the weather in Dharamsala is expected to be pleasant with a temperature of 24°C. However, it will feel slightly warmer with a RealFeel of 27°C, while the shade will offer a comfortable 23°C. Anticipate plenty of sunshine during the game, with temperatures gradually rising as the sun makes its presence felt.
Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Pitch Report
The Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala traditionally offers a green, seaming track that assists fast bowlers early on, while the altitude can contribute to extra bounce, making it a challenging batting surface. Spinners can come into play as the match progresses, exploiting the dry conditions and offering turn
Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Predicted XI
Bangladesh: Tawhid Hridoy, Tanzid Hasan, Shakib Al Hasan (c), Litton Kumer Das, Najmul Hossain Shanto (vc), Mushfiqur Rahim, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Nasum Ahmed, Shak Mahedi Hasan, Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam
Afghanistan: Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Ibrahim Zadran, Hashmatullah Shahidi (c), Rahmat Shah, Najibullah Zadran, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan, Mujeeb ur Rahman, Ikram Alikhil, Azmatullah Omarzai, Fazalhaq Farooqi.
Dream11 Team for Bangladesh vs Afghanistan
Captain: Hashmatullah Shahidi
Wicketkeeper: Litton Das
Batters: Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Tawhid Hridoy, Rahmat Shah, Najibullah Zadran
Bowlers: Rashid Khan, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Taskin Ahmed
All-rounders: Shakib Al Hasan, Mohammad Nabi
Where to Watch Bangladesh 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 |
