With the semi-final rounds drawing closer of the T20 World Cup 2022, the second last match of the final rounds is set to take place between Pakistan and Bangladesh. As per schedule, this battle will be taking place on 6th November at Adelaide Oval.
Pitch Report
The venue has by far been considered as one of the best for batting. Hence, the team winning the toss is expected to take up batting in order to pile up runs for their team. However, both the pacers and spinners are said to have opportunities in order to perform well on the pitch.
Probable Winners
As per records, Pakistan has managed to win 15 out of the 17 matches, against Bangladesh in T20Is. Overall, Pakistan is considered to be a better-balanced side than Bangladesh. Therefore, the chance of winning this upcoming battle is more in favor of Pakistan.
Team of Pakistan
The team of Pakistan were defeated in the initial matches of the tournament. But later on, they seemed to make a comeback by registering a win against South Africa in their previous match. As per reports, though their top batting options failed to retain their form and it was their middle order, who managed to showcase their potential. Moreover, it was their bowling options who came up as one of the best in the T20 World Cup.
Pakistan Playing XI
Mohammad Rizwan (Wicketkeeper), Babar Azam (Captain of the team), Mohammad Haris, Shan Masood, Iftikhar Ahmed, Shadab Khan, Mohammad Nawaz, Mohammad Wasim Jr, Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, Naseem Shah.
Team of Bangladesh
On the other hand, the Bangladesh team has defeated Netherlands and Zimbabwe in the T20 World Cup. But they were defeated by South Africa and India. According to reports, their bowling and batting units were not successful in coming up with their impressive forms.
Bangladesh Playing XI
Najmul Hossain Shanto, Litton Das, Shakib Al Hasan (Captain of the team), Afif Hossain, Yasir Ali, Mosaddek Hossain, Nurul Hasan (Wicketkeeper), Mustafizur Rahman, Hasan Mahmud, Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam.
Probable Top Performers
- Shan Masood (Batsman)
Shan Masood is said to be performing really well and has also managed to bail the opposition team out, whenever the top-order seemed to crumble. Moreover, this left-handed batter is expected to make an impact in the upcoming fixture against Bangladesh.
- Naseem Shah (Bowler)
Naseem Shah could be witnessed creating troubles for the extraordinary batsmen of the opposition team. As per reports, the speedster managed to bowl exceedingly well in the previous battle against South Africa, thereby he is expected to retain his good form and progress.
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