AFG vs PAK: Cricket Fantasy Tips and Teams for the 3rd ODI (Source: Twitter)
This will be the third match of the 3-match series between Afghanistan & Pakistan. The match will be played at the R.Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on 26th August 2023 at 3:00 PM IST. Here are the key stats, must-pick players and suggested fantay XIs for this game.
Afghanistan has been pretty average as a team in the first two ODIs. They were in a winning position in the last ODI but they lost the game by 1 wicket after some poor bowling and fielding in the latter half of the game. Their batters bounced back strongly after the first game and the bowlers did a decent job as well but they need to up their game if they are to win this game. They will be eager to win the 3rd ODI and the series on a positive note.
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Pakistan, meanwhile, has been in terrific form as a team. Their bowlers were a bit expensive in the last game but the batetrs stepped up and chased down 300 runs. As mentioned earler, they are in good form with both bat and ball & they'll be eyeing a white-wash by winning this match.
AFG vs PAK, 3rd ODI: Pitch Report
The pitch will be a balanced one with slight edge to the spinners. There will be some movement for the pacers with the new ball and the spinners will come into play as the game progresses. The batters will have to settle down before playing their shots. Overall, it will be a good pitch for batting and there will be something for the bowlers as well. 300 was chased down in the last game. Scores in the range of 250-270 is expected and anything above that will be a great total.
AFG vs PAK, 3rd ODI: Top Player Picks
Rahmanullah Gurbaz (AFG)
- Rahmanullah Gurbaz scored a brilliant 151 runs in the last game.
- He will be an important batter for Afghanistan as he can score big on his day.
- Gurbaz will be a top-pick for this game.
Babar Azam (PAK)
- Babar Azam scored 53 runs in the last game.
- He's known for his consistent performance in ODIs and a big knock is due from him.
- This might be the game where he goes big.
Ibrahim Zadran (AFG)
- Ibrahim Zadran scored 80 runs in the last game.
- He's one of the best batter for Afghanistan and is technically very sound.
- Zadran is a good pick for this game.
Shaheen Afridi (PAK)
- Shaheen Afridi is one of the best all-format bowlers in world cricket.
- He is very lethal with the new ball and is equally good in the death overs.
- Shaheen is capable with the bat as well.
AFG vs PAK, 3rd ODI: Cricket Fantasy Player Stats
| Player | Stats | Avg Fantasy Points |
|---|---|---|
| Rahmanullah Gurbaz | 169 runs in 2 games | 105.50 |
| Imam ul Haq | 152 runs in 2 games | 91 |
| Babar Azam | 53 runs in 2 games | 34 |
| Shaheen Afridi | 4 wickets in 2 games | 71 |
| Ibrahim Zadran | 80 runs in 2 games | 49.5 |
AFG vs PAK, 3rd ODI: Top Captain & Vice-Captain Choices
| Scenario | Captain | Vice-Captain |
|---|---|---|
| If Afghanistan Bats First | Shaheen Afridi | Mohammad Nabi |
| If Afghanistan Bowls First | Ibrahim Zadran | Rashid Khan |
AFG vs PAK, 3rd ODI: Cricket Fantasy Expert Advice
The top order players (top 4) have scored most of the runs from both the sides. Spinners have been in good form, especially the Afghan spinners. Pick bowlers & all-rounders alongside 2-3 batters (top 3) of both the sides. Prefer spinners and bowlers who'll bowl in the death overs.
AFG vs PAK, 3rd ODI: Cricket Fantasy Team for Head-to-Head/Small League Contests
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Wicket-keepers: Rahmanullah Gurbaz
Batters: Babar Azam, Ibrahim Zadran, Imam ul Haq
All-rounders: Mohammad Nabi, Shadab Khan
Bowlers: Rashid Khan, Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Mujeeb ur Rahman
Captain: Babar Azam
Vice-Captain: Mohammad Nabi
AFG: 6 Players, PAK: 5 Players
AFG vs PAK, 3rd ODI: Cricket Fantasy Team for Winner Takes All/Grand League Contests
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Wicket-keepers: Mohammad Rizwan
Batters: Babar Azam, Ibrahim Zadran, Fakhar Zaman
All-rounders: Mohammad Nabi, Shadab Khan
Bowlers: Rashid Khan, Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Mujeeb ur Rahman
Captain: Rashid Khan
Vice-Captain: Ibrahim Zadran
AFG: 5 Players, PAK: 6 Players
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