Afghanistan vs Australia ODI: Champions Trophy 2025 Preview and Weather Report
Afghanistan faces Australia in the Champions Trophy 2025 on February 28 at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, aiming for a semi-final spot. Despite a forecast indicating a high chance of rain, conditions are expected to clear. Both teams’ lineups are confirmed, and the match will be broadcast live on Star Sports and JioHotstar.
On Friday, February 28, Afghanistan will face Australia at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore during the Champions Trophy 2025, aiming for a spot in the semi-finals. Afghanistan’s recent victory over England has boosted their morale, and a win against Australia would secure their advancement, placing them at four points in the standings.
However, there is a potential obstacle due to weather conditions. The AccuWeather forecast indicates that there is a 71% chance of rain in Lahore on match day. Notably, the likelihood of precipitation is reduced to around 20% at 2 PM, which aligns with the match’s scheduled start time, and drops to zero by 7 PM.
The pitch at Gaddafi Stadium has proven to be conducive for high scoring; in previous matches during the Champions Trophy 2025, all teams have scored over 300 runs_. Given this trend, spectators can anticipate a match rich in runs and excitement.
Historically, Afghanistan has encountered challenges against Australia, having lost all four of their previous One Day Internationals (ODIs) versus the Australian side. This match presents an opportunity for Afghanistan to reverse this trend and clinch their first victory against the seasoned team.
The predicted playing XI for Afghanistan includes: Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi (c), Sediqullah Atal, Azmatullah Omarzai, Rashid Khan, Mohammad Nabi, Gulbadin Naib, Fazalhaq Farooqi, and Noor Ahmad. The Australian lineup features: Travis Head, Matthew Short, Steve Smith (c), Marnus Labuschagne, Glenn Maxwell, Alex Carey, Josh Inglis (wk), Nathan Ellis, Sean Abbott, Adam Zampa, and Ben Dwarshuis.
Fans can catch the live broadcast of the Afghanistan vs Australia match through the Star Sports Network and Sports18 Network. Additionally, it will be available for live streaming on the JioHotstar app and website, ensuring accessibility for all viewers.
In summary, the upcoming match between Afghanistan and Australia on February 28 at the Gaddafi Stadium is pivotal for Afghanistan’s Champions Trophy aspirations. While rain poses a potential threat to the match schedule, favorable weather conditions are anticipated. Historical data suggests a strong performance at this venue, and viewers can enjoy the match through various broadcasting channels.
Original Source: www.firstpost.com
