AFG vs PAK, 3rd T20I Preview

 The chase was a struggle on another sluggish pitch in Sharjah. There was a partnership of 56 for the second wicket between Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Ibrahim Zadran but it came off 69 balls, and the required rate climbed right up. The game turned decisively in Afghanistan’s favor as Naseem went for 17 in the penultimate over, leaving just 5 to get in the final one. And as well as Zaman bowled, he couldn’t deny Afghanistan their piece of history. Must’ve meant so much to them. And today it can get even better with a chance to wrap up the series. With the series in hand, Afghanistan has more options to test out for upcoming series.

AFG vs PAK, 3rd T20I Details

Afghanistan vs Pakistan – 3rd T20I

Venue: Sharjah Cricket Stadium – Sharjah

Date & Time: 27th March 2023 at 09:30 PM IST 

Live Streaming: Star Sports

AFG vs PAK, 3rd T20I Pitch Report

This is a dusty and dry wicket which makes it incredibly tough for the batsmen to counter attack the bowlers. Having to play the ball at their merit, batsmen will be required to take their time to settle in, on this track.

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

AFG vs PAK, 3rd T20I Probable Playing XIs:

Afghanistan Probable Playing XIs

Rahmanullah Gurbaz(w), Ibrahim Zadran, Usman Ghani, Najibullah Zadran, Mohammad Nabi, Karim Janat, Azmatullah Omarzai, Rashid Khan(c), Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Naveen-ul-Haq

Pakistan Probable Playing XIs

Saim Ayub, Mohammad Haris, Abdullah Shafique, Tayyab Tahir, Azam Khan(w), Shadab Khan (C), Mohammad Nawaz, Imad Wasim, Naseem Shah, Zaman Khan, Ihsanullah

Topmost Picks for AFG vs PAK Dream11 Prediction, 3rd T20I:

Top Picks – Afghanistan

• Rashid Khan – Arguably the most lethal bowler to ever feature in the shortest format, Rashid Khan will be key for the home side in the middle overs if they are to win the series on Sunday.
• Mohammad Nabi – The former Afghanistan Captain is not only an added asset who can ball brilliantly but will also be expected to bring stability into the batting unit.

Top Picks – Pakistan

• Ihsanullah – Being the only bowlers to take 2 wickets whilst defending a total of mere 93 runs previously, Ihsanullah will be raring to face the Afghanistan batting unit again.
• Mohammad Haris – Having played so well in the recently concluded PSL 2023, this wicketkeeper-batsman will be looking to redeem himself by giving the away side a good start.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for AFG vs PAK Dream11 Team:

Rahmanullah Gurbaz(VC), Mohammad Haris(C), Ibrahim Zadran, Najibullah Zadran, Saim Ayub, Mohammad Nabi, Imad Wasim, Shadab Khan, Rashid Khan, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Ihsanullah

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for AFG vs PAK Dream11 Team:

Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Azam Khan, Tayyab Tahir, Najibullah Zadran, Saim Ayub, Mohammad Nabi(VC), Imad Wasim(C), Azmatullah Omarzai, Rashid Khan, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Ihsanullah

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Mohammad Haris, Imad Wasim

Vice-captain – Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Mohammad Nabi

Wicketkeeper – Rahmanullah Gurbaz

AFG vs PAK 3rd T20I Probable Winners:

From what we have seen, bowlers can once again be the dominant force at this venue in order for both teams to look for a win. This is just why the likes of Rashid Khan, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, and Mohammad Nabi can come in handy for the home side as their marquee players not only have the experience but even the variation to take wickets on a track as such. Considering the team combination, Afghanistan is expected to win this match.