Predictions for cricket match Pakistan vs Nepal. 1st match, Group A.
Pakistan vs Nepal – August 30 – Asia Cup 2023
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Match Details
The first match of the 2023 Asia Cup will be between Pakistan and Nepal on August 30, 2023. The location of the match will be held at Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. This is part of a two-match series that both teams must play in order to advance to the next round of competition. The hours allocated for this particular match are set to be from 9:30am local time until 7pm, with a break at lunchtime
Probable playing XIs
Pakistan
Babar Azam (captain), Mohammad Hafeez, Shoaib Malik, Imad Wasim, Asif Ali, Faheem Ashraf, Hasan Ali, Sahibzada Farhan, Wahab Riaz, Shaheen Afridi and Haris Sohail.
Nepal
Gyanendra Malla (captain), Paras Khadka, Dipendra Singh Airee, Binod Bhandari, Sandeep Lamichhane, Sompal Kami, Karan KC, Abinash Bohara, Lalit Rajbanshi, Kushal Malla and Pawan Sarraf.
Probable Top Performers
Probable Best Batter of the Match
Babar Azam of Pakistan is a strong contender for the best batsman of this match. His excellent form across all formats in recent times will put him as a favorite to score big runs. He has scored over 2000 ODI runs at an average of almost 54, and he also boasts some impressive T20 numbers too.
Probable Best Bowler of the Match
The pick for the best bowler of the match is likely to be Shaheen Afridi from Pakistan. The young fast-bowler has been impressive in recent times and he can bowl at speeds up to 150 km/h. He has already taken 44 wickets in 18 ODI matches, so it would come as no surprise if he is the one to make the most impact in this game.
Teams Recent Performance
Pakistan
Pakistan have been in good form of late, winning their last five ODIs in a row. They have had some impressive batting performances from the likes of Babar Azam and Mohammad Hafeez, while their bowlers, led by Shaheen Afridi, have been doing an excellent job too.
Nepal
Nepal, on the other hand, have not had the best of results in their last few matches. They lost their last ODI to Bangladesh by a large margin and they also failed to qualify for the 2021 World Cup. However, with Paras Khadka and Dipendra Singh Airee in form, they are still a formidable side who can beat any team on their day.
Teams Head to Head: Recent Matches
| Date | Opponent | Series | Location | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 30, 2023 | Nepal | Asia Cup 2023, Group A | Multan Cricket Stadium, Multan | Pakistan beat Nepal by 238 runs |
Teams Recent Performance
Last 5 Games of Pakistan
| Date | Opponent | Series | Location | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 26, 2023 | Afghanistan | ODI | Colombo (RPS) | Pakistan won by 59 runs |
| August 24, 2023 | Afghanistan | ODI | Hambantota | Pakistan won by 1 wicket (with 1 ball remaining) |
| August 22, 2023 | Afghanistan | ODI | Hambantota | Pakistan won by 142 runs |
| July 24-27, 2023 | Sri Lanka | Test | Colombo (SSC) | Pakistan won by an innings and 222 runs |
| July 16-20, 2023 | Sri Lanka | Test | Galle | Pakistan won by 4 wickets |
Last 5 Games of Nepal
| Date | Opponent | Series | Location | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 17, 2023 | India A | ACC Men’s Emerging Cup, Group B | R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo | India A beat Nepal by 9 wickets (with 167 balls remaining) |
| July 13, 2023 | Pakistan A | ACC Men’s Emerging Cup, Group B | Colombo Cricket Club Ground, Colombo | Pakistan A won by 4 wickets (with 103 balls remaining) |
| July 4, 2023 | Ireland | ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifier | Harare Sports Club, Harare | Ireland won by 2 wickets (with 4 balls remaining) |
| July 2, 2023 | UAE | ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifier | Harare Sports Club, Harare | Nepal won by 3 wickets (with 40 balls remaining) |
| June 24, 2023 | Netherlands | ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifier | Harare Sports Club, Harare | Netherlands won by 7 wickets (with 137 balls remaining) |
Prediction Based on Performance
Given the recent form of both sides and the strengths of their respective players, it is likely that Pakistan will go into this match as favorites. Their batting lineup is solid and capable of putting a big score on the board, while their bowling attack also looks formidable with Shaheen Afridi leading the way. Nepal, on the other hand, will be hoping that their experienced players like Paras Khadka and Dipendra Singh Airee can step up and help them cause an upset. However, this looks unlikely as Pakistan are expected to come out on top in this match.
Information About Injuries in Teams
Pakistan
Pakistan currently have no major injury concerns ahead of this match, with their captain Babar Azam and key bowler Shaheen Afridi both fit and ready to play.
Nepal
Nepal will be without experienced all-rounder Karan KC for this match after he suffered an ankle injury in training, while their captain Gyanendra Malla is also carrying a slight niggle which could keep him out of the game.
Pakistan vs Nepal: Winning Chance
With the current form and fitness of both teams, it is likely that Pakistan will have a slight edge over Nepal in this match. Their batting lineup looks very solid on paper, while their bowling attack is also well balanced with speedsters like Shaheen Afridi and Hasan Ali at their disposal. Nepal, on the other hand, are missing some key players due to injury, so it will require an inspired performance from them if they are to cause an upset. However, based on recent performance, Pakistan has won 4 out of their last 5 matches, while Nepal has won 2 out of their last 5 matches. This suggests that Pakistan may have a better chance of winning.
About the Venue
The match will be played at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The stadium is well known for its excellent wicket and has hosted matches between these two teams before. It also offers great batting conditions with plenty of room for strokeplay. As such, it should be an entertaining match with plenty of runs on offer for the batters.
About Asia Cup 2023
The Asia Cup is one of the most prestigious tournaments in cricket and is contested by teams from all across the continent. This year’s tournament will be held in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, with India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Nepal set to compete for the title. The winner of this match between Pakistan and Nepal will go on to face India in the semi-finals.
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