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Asia Cup 2022: Match 10, Pakistan vs Afghanistan- Match preview, predicted playing XI, pitch report

Here’s the match preview for the clash between Pakistan and Afghanistan in match 10 of the Asia Cup 2022 to be held at Dubai.

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In the fourth match of the Super 4 round in the Asia Cup, Afghanistan and Pakistan will face each other at Dubai International Stadium. The two teams that have done well so far will lock horns to make a move in the tournament. A win here for Pakistan might take them closer to the finals. Afghanistan, on the other hand, will look to clinch the first win in the Super 4 round. Here’s the match preview for the clash between Pakistan and Afghanistan:

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Pakistan:

Pakistan is coming into the game after a fabulous win against India. The match was a thriller and it was the Men in Green who pulled it off in the end. The next match against Afghanistan is no less than a knockout match as a win might take Pakistan closer to the ultimate match. 

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Players to watch out for:

1) Naseem Shah:

Naseem Shah deserves a mention for the way that the youngster has played so far. He was tremendous against India on both occasions and did his job of rattling the top-order batters. The youngster is a player to watch out for in Wednesday's (September 7) encounter. 

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2) Mohammad Rizwan: 

Mohammad Rizwan was the match hero for Pakistan the other night against India. He played a tremendous inning and did the job for Pakistan up front. The wicketkeeper will look to get back to fitness and fire once again for his team. 

3) Mohammad Nawaz:

The Pakistani star was on fire the other night. Usually known for coming in late, Nawaz was sent in early in the match against India. The bet worked for the team as he scored a quickfire 42 off 20 balls. 

Predicted Playing XI: Mohammad Rizwan (WK), Babar Azam (C), Fakhar Zaman, Khushdil Shah, Asif Ali, Mohammad Nawaz, Iftikhar Ahmed, Shadab Khan, Naseem Shah, Haris Rauf, Mohammad Hasnain

Afghanistan

Afghanistan men are on fire this year and they displayed their true potential on the group stage. A strange day on the ground for the team against Sri Lanka as they lost against the latter in the Super 4 round. However, one loss does not undermine the team as they have proved their worth already. 

1) Rahmanullah Gurbaz:

Rahmanullah Gurbaz was the sole performer for Afghanistan the other night. He showed the intent and led the batting attack with his 84 off 45. It will be crucial for him to prove his worth yet again against heavyweight Pakistan. 

2) Rashid Khan:

Rashid Khan has been Afghanistan’s star player of late and all because of his stellar performances. The spinner will look to get back to his very best against Pakistan. 

3) Mujeeb Ur Rahman:

Mujeeb Ur Rahman will be crucial for Afghanistan, given his proven bowling prowess. His contribution to the ball on the economical front will prove to be helpful for the team. 

Predicted Playing XI: Hazratullah Zazai, Rahmanullah Gurbaz (WK), Ibrahim Zadran, Najibullah Zadran, Mohammad Nabi (C), Rashid Khan, Karim Janat, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Naveen-ul-Haq, Samiullah Shinwari

Pitch Report:

The pitch at Dubai International Stadium can be a bowling-friendly one going by history. The average 1st innings total at this ground based on the last five matches is 160. Teams winning the toss must look to bowl first.

Match Details:

Asia Cup 2022: Match 10, Pakistan vs Afghanistan (Super 4)

Date: 7th September 2022

Time: 7:30 PM IST

Venue: Dubai International Stadium

Live Telecast: Star Sports Network

Live Streaming: Disney Hotstar

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