2023 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup Match 18 Preview: Key Players, Flash Strategy, Pitch and Prizes to be won.
Date: 20th October, 2023
Venue: M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
Time: 2:00 PM IST/ 8:30 AM UTC
Key Players
AUS
Batters – David Warner, Marnus Labuschagne
Bowlers – Mitchell Starc, Adam Zampa
All-Rounders – Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis
PAK
Batters – Babar Azam, Saud Shakeel
Bowlers – Shaheen Afridi, Hasan Ali
All-Rounders – Shadab Khan, Mohammad Nawaz
AUS vs PAK: Pitch Report
The M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, renowned for its batsman-friendly track, is set to play a significant role in the upcoming AUS vs PAK clash. Its signature short boundaries often make it a playground for batsmen who delight in dispatching balls over the ropes. Of the 26 ODIs hosted here, 11 have been won by teams batting first, 12 by those chasing, with one tie and two ending without a result. The scoreboard has seen a highest score of 383 and lowest of 168. Historically, the venue has posed challenges for spinners, as batsmen exploit the compact dimensions. The pitch's consistent bounce and the ball's swift movement off the surface are boons for batsmen. Moreover, the evening dew frequently influences teams to opt for chasing. Given these factors, winning the toss and choosing to bowl might be a strategy both teams consider.
AUS vs PAK: Head-To-Head ODI Record
In the storied 48-year ODI rivalry between Australia and Pakistan, the Aussies have had the upper hand. Out of 107 encounters, Australia boasts a 69-34 win/loss record against Pakistan, with one match ending in a tie and three concluding without a result. The AUS vs PAK head-to-head record extends to the World Cup stage as well, where they have faced off 10 times. Here too, Australia edges out Pakistan with a 6-4 record in the prestigious tournament.
Flash Strategy
For beginners
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In terms of the bowlers, $1 options include Josh Hazlewood, Adam Zampa, Nathan Ellis, Haris Rauf, and Hasan Ali’s flash collectibles while Pat Cummins’ and Shaheen Afridi’s flash collectibles are available at $2. Mitchell Starc’s flash collectible is up for grabs at $3.
Good options are on offer for the All-Rounder slot as well including Marcus Stoinis, Travis Head, Cameron Green, Shadab Khan, Mohammad Nawaz, and Mohammad Wasim as $1 options while Glenn Maxwell and Mitchell Marsh are available as $2 flash collectibles options.
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Prizes to be won
Up to $28,000 and 45 digital collectibles to be won across Nets, Academy and Pro games in the Match.
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