ODI World Cup 2023: Australia vs Afghanistan Weather Forecast and Pitch Report of Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai

The action of the 2023 ICC Men's Cricket World Cup continues as five-time champions Australia (AUS) take on Afghanistan (AFG) in the 39th at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, on November 7 (Tuesday). Australia are currently sitting third in the points table while Afghanistan are placed at the sixth position of the chart.

Australia, led by Pat Cummins, have been in great form, winning five out of their seven matches and accumulating ten crucial points. Their only defeats have come against India and South Africa. In their recent outings, the Aussies have emerged victorious against Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Netherlands, New Zealand, and England, gaining momentum and confidence.

On the other hand, Afghanistan, led by Hashmatullah Shahidi, have also shown impressive skills in the World Cup. They have secured eight points with four wins out of seven matches. Afghanistan's victories have come against England, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and the Netherlands. However, they faced setbacks against Bangladesh, India, and New Zealand, making the race for the top four spots in the points table intense.

The match between Australia and Afghanistan is crucial for both teams as they aim to secure a place in the semi-finals. The weather conditions in Mumbai will play a significant role in determining the outcome of the game. According to weather.com, the temperature on Tuesday, November 7, is expected to reach 36°C during the day and drop to 26°C at night. The sky is forecasted to be partly cloudy throughout the day.

No threat of rain during Australia versus Afghanistan ODI World Cup game

In terms of precipitation, there is a minimal chance of rain during the match, with a 2% probability during the day and 10% at night. This suggests that the game is unlikely to be affected by bad weather. However, it's important to note that humidity levels are set to be 48% during the day, rising to 68% at night, which might impact player performance.

Considering the pitch conditions at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, it is known for high-scoring matches. The average first innings total in ODIs here is 247, while the average second innings total is 196. With 32 ODIs hosted at this venue, there is an almost even split between teams batting first and second, with 17 wins for the former and 15 for the latter.

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