T20 World Cup 2022: Match 38, AUS vs AFG Match Prediction – Who will win today’s T20 World Cup match between AUS vs AFG?

Australia will be facing Afghanistan in their last T20 World Cup 2022 Super 12 fixture at Adelaide Oval on Friday (November 4) in the hope of a big win to boost their chances for the semi-final round. Australia are placed in the third position in the table with five points from the opening four games. Both New Zealand and England have five points but possess comparatively better net run rate. Even if Australia win by a huge margin, they need favorable results from the other games in the group as well.

Afghanistan suffered a big six-wicket loss against Sri Lanka in their last game and now remain the only team without a win in the tournament. Their two Super 12 fixtures were washed away due to rain which will be a little harsh for the fans. Afghanistan will be looking to end their World Cup campaign with a memorable win and cause a big upset for the hosts.

Match Details:

Australia vs Afghanistan, Match 38, T20 World Cup 2022

Venue: Adelaide Oval, Adelaide

Date & Time: November 4, 01:30 PM IST, 06:30 PM Local Time   

Telecast & Live Streaming: Star Sports and Disney+Hotstar

Pitch Report:

The pitch at Adelaide Oval has a batting-friendly surface with the average first innings score above 150 runs. Australia need a huge win to qualify for the semi-finals so fans can expect a huge total if they bat first on Friday.

Probable Playing XIs for AUS vs AFG

Australia: 

Aaron Finch (c)/Cameron Green, David Warner, Mitchell Marsh, Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, Tim David, Matthew Waade (wk), Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins, Adam Zampa, Josh  Hazlewood. 

Afghanistan:

Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Usman Ghani, Ibrahim Zadran, Najibullah Zadran, Gulabadin Naib, Mohammad Nabi (c), Rashid Khan, Azmatullah Omarazi, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Fareed Ahmad, Fazalhaq Farooqi.

Probable Top Performers from AUS vs AFG

Probable best batter: Aaron Finch

The Australian skipper played a match-winning knock of 63 runs off 44 balls against Ireland in the last game and is now leading the scoring charts for his team. Finch has scored 107 runs from just three innings at an average of 53.50 and a strike rate of 110.30 so far. With David Warner struggling for form, Finch will be the best hope for a big start against Afghanistan.

Probable best bowler: Josh Hazlewood

The righ-arm pacer remains the highest-ranked Australian bowler in the current ICC T20I charts. Australian bowlers have struggled for expected impact in this tournament despite favorable home conditions. Hazlewood has taken three wickets from three innings at an impressive economy rate of 8.27 so far.

Today's Match Prediction: Australia to win the match.

Also Check: Dream11 Team Prediction for AUS vs AFG

Disclaimer: This prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.