ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 Match 39: Australia vs Afghanistan: Follow live results and updates here.
AUS vs AFG LIVE score: In game 39 of ICC Cricket World Cup 2023, Australia will face Afghanistan as they aim to secure a place in the semi-finals. Among the six teams competing for the remaining two spots in the semi-finals, Australia can secure their place with a win. On the other hand, a victory for Afghanistan would keep their hopes alive and strengthen their position in the race.
Australia initially found itself in the bottom three of the World Cup after suffering consecutive defeats in its first two matches.
However, they have made an impressive comeback by winning five games in a row.
A victory in this match would guarantee a place in the semi-finals for the five-time world champions.
Pat Cummins, who has been leading the team effectively in all formats, showcased his leadership skills as Australia secured a 33-run victory over England in their last match.
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Afghanistan can be proud of their progress so far in the World Cup. Coming into the tournament with just one win in their two previous World Cup appearances, they have defeated strong teams such as England, Pakistan and Sri Lanka.
The question now is whether Afghanistan can add Australia, another former champion, to their list of victories. However, it will not be an easy task, but Afghanistan will be optimistic about its chances.
Match details
- Australia vs Afghanistan, ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 Match 39
- Date and Time: Tuesday, November 7, 2 pm IST
- Event: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
AUS vs AFG: probable players XI
Australia: David Warner, Travis Head, Steven Smith, Marnus Labuschagne, Josh Inglis (wk), Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, Pat Cummins (c), Mitchell Starc, Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood
Afghanistan: Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi (c), Azmatullah Omarzai, Ikram Alikhil (wk), Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Noor Ahmad
