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Spotlight on Maxwell as Australia face Afghanistan
Australia are set to face Afghanistan in a crucial Super Eight match of the ongoing T20I World Cup on Sunday (6:00 AM IST) at Arnos Vale Ground, Kingstown, St Vincent. This encounter is particularly crucial as both teams are vying for a spot in the semi-finals. Both teams will enter the game on the back of contrasting outcomes in their past encounters. Australia are coming off a win against Bangladesh as they eye top spot in the group table.
Australia had a comfortable win against Bangladesh with Pat Cummins and David Warner starring in their respective departments. More importantly, all eyes will be on Glenn Maxwell who played a heroic double-hundred knock against Afghanistan last year at the ODI World Cup , while hobbling on the pitch, to claw his team over the line in a stunning victory. Australia have been undefeatable so far and would hope to maintain that trend.
On the other hand, Afghanistan have emerged as a formidable force, starting off brilliantly in the tournament. Meanwhile, their last setback will prompt them to address their concerns. To their delight, pitch at St Vincent has been really effective for spinners and Afghanistan possess a strong spin attack. Their spin attack, led by Rashid Khan and Noor Ahmad poses a significant threat to Australia’s batting lineup.
Both teams will also be aware that a semi-final spot is within reach, adding extra intensity to this matchup. The outcome of this game will not only affect their chances but also influence the dynamics of the Super Eight standings, making it a must-watch game.
Head to head
Matches - 1
Aus Won -1
Afg Won - 0
Australia Probable XI: David Warner, Travis Head, Mitch Marsh (c), Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, Tim David, Matthew Wade (wk), Mitch Starc, Pat Cummins, Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood
Afghanistan Probable XI: Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Hazratullah Zazai, Ibrahim Zadran, Gulbadin Naib, Azmatullah Omarzai, Najibullah Zadran, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan (c), Noor Ahmad, Naveen-ul-Haq, Fazalhaq Farooqi
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