Australia vs Afghanistan Cricket World Cup 2023: Fantasy XI Prediction, Top Captaincy And Vice-captaincy Picks

Australia will square off against Afghanistan in their next fixture of the Cricket World Cup 2023 on November 7. The two teams will take the field at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai at 2:00 PM IST. Australia endured a terrible start to their campaign with two losses in as many matches. However, they won all five matches thereafter to make a strong case for semi-final qualification. Opener David Warner (428 runs in seven matches) and spinner Adam Zampa (19 wickets in seven games) have been their standout performers so far.

On the other hand, Afghanistan have been quite impressive with their all-round heroics, performing against all odds to register four wins out of seven matches. Hashmatullah Shahidi (282 runs) and spin duo Rashid Khan and Mujeeb Ur Rahman (seven wickets each) are the architects of their memorable campaign.

While a win will confirm Australia's passage to the semis, Afghanistan will look to continue their fine form against the five-time champions and stir another upset.

AUS vs AFG pitch report

The pitch at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai is a balanced one with decent assistance for both batters and bowlers on offer.

The team winning the toss may decide to bat first as the seamers might get some movement under the lights as the game progresses. The average 1st innings score at this venue in the last 20 matches is 260 runs.

Pace or spin?

The pacers have taken 83% of the total wickets at this venue and hence, the fast bowlers will look to make the most of the conditions on offer at the Wankhede Stadium.

AUS vs AFG weather report

The temperature at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai is predicted to be around 34 degrees Celsius and 51% humidity.

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