AUS vs AFG Dream11 Prediction 10th Match Champions Trophy 2025 | Australia vs Afghanistan Dream11 Team, Gaddafi Stadium Pitch Report
AUS vs AFG Dream11 Prediction: Steven Smith-led team Australia will square off with Hashmatullah Shahidi-led Afghanistan today on 28th February at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore for match number 10 of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. The contest is set to begin at 2:30 PM IST.
Whenever we hear Afghanistan and Australia, the first thing to strike in the mind is the miraculous innings of Glenn Maxwell in the 2023 World Cup in Mumbai. From 7 down under 91 runs in a chase of 292, Glenn Maxwell single-handedly scored 201* runs and won the game for Australia.
Months later, at the T20 World Cup in Kingstown, Afghanistan made history with a stunning upset, showcasing their rise in international cricket. Now, they face Australia again in Lahore, with a Champions Trophy semifinal spot on the line.
The scenario is straightforward: Australia will qualify with a win or if rain cancels the match. Afghanistan must win to secure their place. If the game is washed out, Afghanistan will move to 3 points but will need England to defeat South Africa by a big margin to stay in contention.
Afghanistan, famously known as the Giant-Killers, are very close to creating an impossible-looking spot from the Group B. The Australian side would be ready to take on Afghanistan for the qualification.
Below is the AUS vs AFG Dream11 Prediction for the 10th Match of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025:
AUS vs AFG Match Details
Tournament- ICC Champions Trophy 2025
Match: Australia vs Afghanistan 10th Match
Date & Match Time: 28th February, 02:30 PM(IST)
Venue: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
AUS vs AFG Probable Playing 11
Australia Playing 11: Matthew Short, Travis Head, Steven Smith(c), Marnus Labuschagne, Josh Inglis(w), Alex Carey, Glenn Maxwell, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa, Spencer Johnson
Afghanistan Playing 11: Rahmanullah Gurbaz(w), Ibrahim Zadran, Sediqullah Atal, Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi(c), Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Gulbadin Naib, Rashid Khan, Noor Ahmad, Fazalhaq Farooqi
AUS vs AFG Dream11 Prediction
Control over spin will play a crucial role in the contest between Australia and Afghanistan. The surface in Lahore has supported mostly pacers but spinners have played vital role, making players like Rashid Khan, Noor Ahmad, and Adam Zampa valuable picks for the Dream11 team.
However, given the high-scoring nature of the venue, including pacers like Azmatullah Omarzai and Nathan Ellis, who can thrive in high-pressure situations, will also be beneficial. Additionally, considering the forecast for light rain, having adaptable all-rounders like Glenn Maxwell and Mohammad Nabi could make a significant difference.
AUS vs AFG Dream11 Team
Wicketkeeper: Josh Inglis, Rahmanullah Gurbaz
Batters: Steven Smith, Travis Head, Ibrahim Zadran
All-Rounders: Mohammad Nabi, Matthew Short/Glenn Maxwell, Azmatullah Omarzai
Bowlers: Adam Zampa, Ben Bwarshuis/Nathan Ellis, Rahid Khan
AUS vs AFG Dream11 Prediction: Captain And Vice-Captain
AUS vs AFG Dream11 Prediction Captain: Travis Head, Steven Smith, Azmatullah Omarzai
AUS vs AFG Dream11 Prediction Vice-Captain: Rashid Khan, Josh Inglis, Ibrahim Zadran
AUS vs AFG Head to Head in ODIs
- Matches: 4
- Australia won: 4
- Afghanistan won: 0
Gaddafi Stadium Pitch Report
The pitch at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore has been a paradise for batters in the Champions Trophy this season, with an impressive scoring rate of 6.83 runs per over. The surface is ideal for stroke-making, offering minimal assistance to spinners. While there hasn’t been much seam movement, Pacers may extract some spongy bounce from the deck.
The conditions are expected to remain consistent throughout the match, making chasing a preferred option. As a result, the toss-winning team is likely to opt for bowling first.