Cricket World Cup 2023: Match 18, Australia vs Pakistan Match Prediction – Who will win today’s match?

Australia (AUS) are scheduled to face Pakistan (PAK) in the 18th match of the ICC World Cup 2023 at Bengaluru's M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on Friday, October 20.

Australia's World Cup journey gained momentum as they secured a significant victory over Sri Lanka. Opting to field, Zampa spearheaded the Aussie bowlers, claiming four crucial wickets to restrict Sri Lanka to a mere 209 runs. In the second innings, Marsh and Inglis both notched up half-centuries, propelling the team to surpass the target in just 35.2 overs, marking a convincing win for the Aussies.

Meanwhile, Pakistan enters this contest fresh from a substantial defeat at the hands of arch-rivals India. Despite a promising start with the bat, Pakistan's middle-order woes saw them posting a meagre 191 runs. In India's innings, Shaheen Afridi claimed a brace of wickets, while Hasan Ali chipped in with one scalp, but it was a tough outing for the Pakistani side.

AUS vs PAK Match Details:

M Chinnaswamy Stadium Pitch Report:

Bengaluru's pitch is renowned for offering one of India's most batter-friendly tracks. It provides a favourable blend of pace and bounce, catering to the stroke-makers. With a speedy outfield and shorter boundaries adding to the allure, it's a dream setting for batters. However, as the game unfolds, spinners possessing the ability to extract turn and employ a range of variations may find themselves influential in the proceedings.

AUS vs PAK Head-to-Head Record:

AUS vs PAK Probable Playing XI

Australia:

Mitchell Marsh, David Warner, Steve Smith, Marnus Labuschagne, Josh Inglis (WK), Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins (C), Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood.

Pakistan:

Fakhar Zaman, Imam ul Haq, Babar Azam (C), Mohammad Rizwan (WK), Saud Shakeel, Iftikhar Ahmed, Usama Mir, Haris Rauf, Shaheen Afridi, Hasan Ali, Mohammad Nawaz

Probable Best Performers

Probable Best Batter:

Glenn Maxwell (Australia)

In the current Australian lineup, Glenn Maxwell shines as their top run-scorer against Pakistan, accumulating 735 runs in 18 matches, complete with seven half-centuries at a brisk strike rate of 125.42. He also proves his mettle in the bowling department, securing nine wickets with an economy rate under 6. With his remarkable all-round abilities, Maxwell assumes pivotal importance for Australia in their impending encounter with Pakistan.

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Probable Best Bowler:

Mitchell Starc (Australia)

In the ongoing World Cup campaign, Mitchell Starc has emerged as Australia's leading wicket-taker, notching up a commendable tally of five crucial dismissals. Notably, he has contributed significantly with scores of 28 and 27 runs in his opportunities. Reflecting on his past World Cup encounters against Pakistan in 2015 and 2019, Starc maintained his consistency by claiming two wickets in each of those matches.

Today's Match Prediction: India to win the match 

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Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.