• India is the only unbeaten team in the tournament, winning all four of their matches. They even defeated New Zealand by 44 runs in the group stage, also in Dubai.
• New Zealand finished second in Group A but showed their strength by beating South Africa by 50 runs in the semi-final in Lahore.
• India will be aiming for their third Champions Trophy title, while New Zealand is chasing their second, having last won in 2000 when they defeated India in the final.

India vs New Zealand – Head-to-Head in ODIs

• Total Matches: 119
• India Wins: 61
• New Zealand Wins: 50
• Tied: 1
• No Result: 7

In the ICC Champions Trophy history, both teams have played two matches, with one win each.

Match Details – IND vs NZ, ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Final

Date: March 9, Sunday
Time: 2:30 PM IST | 09:00 AM GMT | 02:00 PM LOCAL
Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai

Predicted Playing XIs

India’s Possible XI:

Shubman Gill, Rohit Sharma (c), Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, Axar Patel, KL Rahul (wk), Ravindra Jadeja, Hardik Pandya, Mohammed Shami, Varun Chakravarthy, Kuldeep Yadav.

New Zealand’s Possible XI:

Rachin Ravindra, Will Young, Kane Williamson, Tom Latham (wk), Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner (c), Kyle Jamieson, William O’Rourke, Matt Henry.

Pitch Report – Dubai International Cricket Stadium

• Dubai has been a low-scoring venue in this tournament.
• The pitches are slow due to wear and tear from the ILT20 season played earlier.
• Batsmen have struggled, averaging only 30 runs per wicket in four matches.
• Bowlers have dominated, making it a tough surface to score freely.

Dream11 Captaincy Pick – Virat Kohli

• Virat Kohli is the best Dream11 captaincy choice for this match.
• He has scored 217 runs in four innings and is just 10 runs behind the tournament’s top scorer, Ben Duckett.
• His performances include a century and a score of 84, helping India win against Pakistan and Australia.
• Against New Zealand in ODIs, Kohli averages 57 and has scored six centuries, including one in the 2023 World Cup semi-final.
• Indian fans will hope for another match-winning knock from Kohli in this big final.

Players to Watch Out For

1⃣ Kane Williamson – New Zealand’s key batsman, known for handling pressure in big games.
2⃣ Virat Kohli – India’s most reliable performer in ICC knockout matches.
3⃣ Axar Patel – A crucial all-rounder who can contribute with both bat and ball on this slow pitch.

IND vs NZ Final Match Prediction – Who Will Win?

Both teams have strong players, but India has been more dominant throughout the tournament.

IND vs NZ Cream11 Prediction Final: India to win the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final.

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Recent Encounters

Pakistan and New Zealand recently played against each other twice in a tri-series that also featured South Africa. New Zealand emerged victorious both times, including a win in the final against Mohammad Rizwan’s team.

Pakistan vs New Zealand Head-to-Head in ODIs

These two teams have played 118 One-Day Internationals (ODIs) against each other. Pakistan has won 61 times, while New Zealand has claimed victory in 53 matches. One match ended in a tie, and three had no result.

Pakistan vs New Zealand Match Details

Date: Wednesday, February 19, 2025
Time: 2:30 PM IST | 09:00 AM GMT | 01:00 PM Local
Venue: National Stadium, Karachi

Predicted Playing XIs

Pakistan’s Possible XI:

Fakhar Zaman, Babar Azam, Saud Shakeel, Mohammad Rizwan (c & wk), Tayyab Tahir, Salman Agha, Khushdil Shah, Shaheen Afridi, Faheem Ashraf, Naseem Shah, Abrar Ahmed.

New Zealand’s Possible XI:

Will Young, Devon Conway, Kane Williamson, Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Tom Latham (wk), Michael Bracewell, Nathan Smith, Mitchell Santner (c), Jacob Duffy, William O’Rourke.

Pitch & Weather Report

The National Stadium in Karachi has produced two types of surfaces recently. One has been batting-friendly, where Pakistan successfully chased down 353 runs against South Africa. The other has been more bowler-friendly, where Pakistan struggled to reach 242 in the final, and New Zealand needed 45 overs to chase it down while losing five wickets.

Considering past trends, the pitch is likely to offer assistance to bowlers, especially with some grip and bounce, making stroke play challenging.

Dream11 Captaincy Pick

Pakistan captain Mohammad Rizwan is an excellent choice for Dream11 captaincy in this match. Rizwan has been outstanding in ODIs in Karachi, scoring 415 runs in eight innings at an average of 69, including a century and two fifties. His consistency at No. 4 in ODIs—averaging 51 after 47 innings with four centuries and 11 fifties—makes him a strong pick. Additionally, his wicketkeeping skills can earn extra fantasy points.

3 Key Players to Watch

1⃣ Mohammad Rizwan (Pakistan) – Dependable batsman and wicketkeeper.
2⃣ Mitchell Santner (New Zealand) – Experienced all-rounder and captain.
3⃣ Kane Williamson (New Zealand) – Key batter with a solid track record.

PAK vs NZ Match Prediction

Looking at current form and past performances, New Zealand is likely to win the opening match of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 against Pakistan.

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Interestingly, the ICC also confirmed that the hybrid model will be used for Pakistan’s matches in ICC events hosted by India, such as the Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 and the Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. Additionally, there are discussions about organizing a tri-series or a four-team T20I tournament featuring India and Pakistan to compensate for the financial impact of the hybrid model.

When is the ICC Champions Trophy 2025?

The tournament will be held from February 19 to March 9, 2025.

Which Teams Are Playing?

Eight teams will participate in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025:

• Pakistan
• India
• Australia
• England
• Afghanistan
• South Africa
• Bangladesh
• New Zealand

ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Format

• The 8 teams are divided into 2 groups of four each.
• Each team will play 3 matches in the group stage.
• The top 2 teams from each group will qualify for the semi-finals.
• The winners of the semi-finals will compete in the final.

ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Groups

Group A: India, Pakistan, New Zealand, Bangladesh
Group B: Australia, England, Afghanistan, South Africa

India vs Pakistan Match – When and Where?

The high-voltage clash between India and Pakistan is expected to take place on February 23 in Dubai. However, the ICC has yet to officially confirm the venue.

India’s Matches in ICC Champions Trophy 2025

• February 20: India vs Bangladesh
• February 23: India vs Pakistan
• March 2: India vs New Zealand

Tournament Opener

The tournament will begin on February 19, with Pakistan facing New Zealand in Karachi.

ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Schedule & Venues

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• South Africa finished on top of Group A with five points, while New Zealand came second in Group B with four points.
• Both teams have had a tight schedule, traveling from Dubai to Lahore for this crucial knockout game.

South Africa vs New Zealand – Head-to-Head in ODIs

• Total Matches: 73
• South Africa Wins: 42
• New Zealand Wins: 26
• No Result: 5

South Africa has historically performed better, but New Zealand has been a strong team in recent years.

Match Details – SA vs NZ, ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Semi-Final 2

Date: March 5, Wednesday
Time: 2:30 PM IST | 09:00 AM GMT | 02:00 PM LOCAL
Venue: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

Predicted Playing XIs

South Africa’s Possible XI:

Temba Bavuma (c), Ryan Rickelton, Aiden Markram, Rassie van der Dussen, Heinrich Klaasen (wk), David Miller, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Wiaan Mulder, Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi.

New Zealand’s Possible XI:

Will Young, Rachin Ravindra, Kane Williamson, Tom Latham (wk), Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Mitchell Santner (c), Michael Bracewell, Matt Henry, William O’Rourke, Kyle Jamieson.

Pitch Report – Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

• The pitch is great for batting, and high-scoring games have been common here.
• Previous matches at this venue:
  • Australia chased down 352 against England.
  • Afghanistan lost by just 8 runs while chasing 326 against England.
  • Australia scored 109/1 in 12.5 overs before rain stopped play against Afghanistan.
• Expect another high-scoring game, with batsmen enjoying good conditions.

Dream11 Captaincy Pick – Kane Williamson

• Kane Williamson is a great choice for Dream11 captaincy due to his consistency and experience.
• He scored 81 runs against India in the group stage.
• In Lahore, he has a strong record, scoring 58 vs Pakistan and an unbeaten 133 vs South Africa* in a previous tri-series.

Players to Watch Out For

1⃣ Kane Williamson – New Zealand’s most experienced batsman in big matches.
2⃣ Heinrich Klaasen – South Africa’s power-hitter and one of the best finishers.
3⃣ Glenn Phillips – A dangerous middle-order batter with the ability to accelerate.

NZ vs SA Match Prediction – Who Will Win?

Both teams are strong, but New Zealand has been more consistent in knockout matches in recent years.

NZ vs SA Dream11 Prediction: New Zealand to win Semi-Final 2 and reach the final.

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• India has been in top form, winning all three of their group matches—twice while chasing and once while defending. Their bowlers have been especially effective in Dubai’s conditions.
• Australia, on the other hand, had two of their three group-stage matches washed out by rain. However, they showed their strength by chasing down 352 runs against England in the only full match they played.
• Australia will miss Matthew Short, who has been ruled out due to injury.

India vs Australia – Head-to-Head in ODIs

• Total Matches: 151
• Australia Wins: 84
• India Wins: 57
• No Result: 10

Australia has historically dominated in ODIs, but India has been strong in recent years.

Match Details – IND vs AUS, ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Semi-Final 1

Date: March 4, Tuesday
Time: 2:30 PM IST | 09:00 AM GMT | 01:00 PM LOCAL
Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai

Predicted Playing XIs

India’s Possible XI:

Shubman Gill, Rohit Sharma (c), Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, Axar Patel, Ravindra Jadeja, KL Rahul (wk), Hardik Pandya, Kuldeep Yadav, Harshit Rana, Mohammed Shami, Varun Chakravarthy.

Australia’s Possible XI:

Josh Inglis (wk), Travis Head, Marnus Labuschagne, Steve Smith (c), Alex Carey, Cooper Connolly, Glenn Maxwell, Ben Dwarshuis, Adam Zampa, Nathan Ellis, Spencer Johnson.

Pitch Report – Dubai International Cricket Stadium

• Spinners have been dominating at this venue, making run-scoring difficult.
• The average first-innings total in this tournament has been 246.
• Batting is challenging, and teams will need to be patient to build their innings.

Dream11 Captaincy Pick – Virat Kohli

• Virat Kohli is a top choice for Dream11 captaincy because of his fantastic record against Australia.
• He scored a century against Pakistan in this tournament and looked in great touch against New Zealand, before a brilliant catch from Glenn Phillips ended his innings early.
• Kohli has an average of 53 against Australia in ODIs, with 8 centuries and 14 fifties.

Players to Watch Out For

1⃣ Virat Kohli – Big-match player with a superb ODI record against Australia.
2⃣ Shubman Gill – India’s most consistent batter in recent ODIs.
3⃣ Travis Head – Australia’s explosive opener, capable of changing the game.

AUS vs IND Match Prediction – Who Will Win?

Both teams have strong squads, but India’s form and experience in Dubai’s conditions give them an edge.

AUS vs IND Dream11 Prediction: India to win Semi-Final 1 and qualify for the final.

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• Both teams have already qualified for the semi-finals after winning their first two matches against Pakistan and Bangladesh.
• Although this match won’t affect qualification, it is still important because the team that finishes on top of the group will face the second-placed team from the other group in the semi-finals.
• India has had a week’s rest, while New Zealand had one day less to recover.

India vs New Zealand – Head-to-Head in ODIs

• Total Matches: 118
• India Wins: 60
• New Zealand Wins: 50
• Tied Matches: 1
• No Result Matches: 7

This shows a close contest between the two teams over the years.

Match Details – IND vs NZ, ICC Champions Trophy 2025

Date: March 2, Sunday
Time: 2:30 PM IST | 09:00 AM GMT | 01:00 PM LOCAL
Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai

Predicted Playing XIs

India’s Possible XI:

Shubman Gill, Rohit Sharma (c), Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (wk), Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Ravindra Jadeja, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Shami.

New Zealand’s Possible XI:

Will Young, Devon Conway, Rachin Ravindra, Kane Williamson, Tom Latham (wk), Glenn Phillips, Mitchell Santner (c), Matt Henry, Michael Bracewell, Kyle Jamieson, Will O’Rourke.

Pitch Report – Dubai International Cricket Stadium

• The pitch is slow and dry, making it tough for batters as the game progresses.
• Bowlers, especially spinners, get help as the surface becomes slower.
• The team batting second has found it slightly easier to score.
• India has won matches here both while batting first and chasing.

Dream11 Captaincy Pick – Shubman Gill

• Shubman Gill is in red-hot form and is a great captaincy choice for Dream11.
• In his last five ODI innings, he has scored 406 runs, including two centuries and two fifties.
• Against Pakistan, he looked in great touch before getting out for 46 to a brilliant ball from Abrar Ahmed.
• Gill has a superb record against New Zealand:
  • 10 innings
  • 590 runs
  • Average of 84
  • Two centuries, including a double hundred
  • Two fifties

Players to Watch Out For

1⃣ Shubman Gill – India’s most in-form batter, capable of a match-winning performance.
2⃣ Virat Kohli – A big-match player who always steps up in crucial games.
3⃣ Mitchell Santner – New Zealand’s experienced all-rounder, who can impact the game with both bat and ball.

NZ vs IND Match Prediction – Who Will Win?

Both teams are strong, but India has been in better form and has a slightly stronger lineup.

NZ vs IND Dream11 Prediction: India to defeat New Zealand in Match 12.

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• Australia has already secured a semi-final spot from Group B.
• England is eliminated and will play this match only for pride.
• South Africa is almost certain to qualify unless they suffer an extremely unlikely defeat by a massive margin.

For Afghanistan to qualify, South Africa would have to lose by 207 runs while chasing 301, which is nearly impossible.

South Africa vs England – Head-to-Head in ODIs

• Total Matches: 70
• South Africa Wins: 34
• England Wins: 30
• Tied Matches: 1
• No Result Matches: 5

These two teams have had a very close rivalry over the years in ODIs.

Match Details – SA vs ENG, ICC Champions Trophy 2025

Date: March 1, Saturday
Time: 2:30 PM IST | 09:00 AM GMT | 01:00 PM LOCAL
Venue: National Stadium, Karachi

Predicted Playing XIs

South Africa’s Possible XI:

Ryan Rickelton (wk), Temba Bavuma (c), Rassie van der Dussen, David Miller, Aiden Markram, Heinrich Klaasen, Wiaan Mulder, Marco Jansen, Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi, Keshav Maharaj.

England’s Possible XI:

Philip Salt, Ben Duckett, Joe Root, Jos Buttler (c), Harry Brook, Liam Livingstone, Tom Banton, Gus Atkinson, Jamie Overton, Adil Rashid, Saqib Mahmood.

Pitch Report – National Stadium, Karachi

• Two matches have been played here so far in this tournament, and both followed a similar pattern:
  • Teams batting first scored over 300 runs.
  • The pitch slowed down in the second innings, making chasing very difficult.
  • In both games, the team batting second lost by big margins.

This means batting first is a big advantage, while bowlers could dominate in the second half of the game.

Dream11 Captaincy Pick – Ryan Rickelton

• Ryan Rickelton, South Africa’s opener and wicketkeeper, is a great captaincy choice for this match.
• He is in outstanding form, having scored his first ODI century in South Africa’s opening game against Afghanistan.
• He was also one of the top performers in the SA20 tournament, finishing as the fourth-highest run-scorer with an average of 48 and a strike rate of 178.

Players to Watch Out For

1⃣ Ryan Rickelton – In red-hot form and a key player for South Africa.
2⃣ Marco Jansen – A valuable all-rounder who can make an impact with both bat and ball.
3⃣ Joe Root – England’s most reliable batsman, capable of playing a big knock.

SA vs ENG Match Prediction – Who Will Win?

South Africa has been strong in this tournament and is expected to continue their good form.

SA vs ENG Dream11 Prediction: South Africa to defeat England in Match 11.

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This game is almost like a quarter-final because the winner will secure a semi-final spot.

• Australia has three points from two matches. They beat England, but their game against South Africa was washed out.
• Afghanistan lost their first game to South Africa but made a strong comeback by defeating England.

Even if Australia loses, they might still qualify if England beats South Africa by a huge margin, which seems unlikely based on current form.

Afghanistan vs Australia – Head-to-Head in ODIs

• Total Matches: 4
• Australia Wins: 4
• Afghanistan Wins: 0

Australia has dominated Afghanistan in ODIs, winning all four encounters so far.

Match Details – AFG vs AUS, ICC Champions Trophy 2025

Date: February 28, Friday
Time: 2:30 PM IST | 09:00 AM GMT | 01:00 PM LOCAL
Venue: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

Predicted Playing XIs

Afghanistan’s Possible XI:

Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Ibrahim Zadran, Sediqullah Atal, Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi (c), Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Gulbadin Naib, Rashid Khan, Noor Ahmad, Fazalhaq Farooqi.

Australia’s Possible XI:

Matthew Short, Travis Head, Steve Smith (c), Marnus Labuschagne, Josh Inglis (wk), Alex Carey, Glenn Maxwell, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa, Spencer Johnson.

Pitch Report – Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

The pitch at Gaddafi Stadium is great for batting, and the short boundaries make it even better for big scores.

• The first two matches at this venue were high-scoring.
• Australia chased 352 against England here.
• England almost chased 326 against Afghanistan, falling short by just 8 runs.

Fast bowlers might struggle, but cutters and slower deliveries could be effective.

Dream11 Captaincy Pick – Travis Head

• Travis Head is a top captaincy option for this match.
• He failed against England, but with Australia’s semi-final hopes at stake, he could step up.
• His ODI record in Lahore is impressive:
  • 101 & 89 in two matches
  • Two low scores in the other two

If Head gets going, he can win the match on his own.

Players to Watch Out For

1⃣ Travis Head – Australia’s aggressive opener, capable of big knocks.
2⃣ Azmatullah Omarzai – A key all-rounder who can contribute with both bat and ball.
3⃣ Steve Smith – Australia’s experienced leader, steady in pressure situations.

AFG vs AUS Match Prediction – Who Will Win?

Australia has more experience and a stronger squad. With a semi-final spot on the line, they will likely bring their best game.

AFG vs AUS Dream11 Prediction: Australia to defeat Afghanistan in Match 10.

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Unfortunately, both teams are already out of the semi-final race after losing to India and New Zealand. This makes the match a dead rubber, but both sides will still be looking to end their campaign on a high note.

• Pakistan had a disappointing tournament, especially with their batting.
• Bangladesh showed good fight with the ball but struggled to close out games.

This is also a chance for Bangladesh to beat Pakistan in an ICC ODI tournament for the first time since 1999.

Pakistan vs Bangladesh – Head-to-Head in ODIs

• Total Matches: 39
• Pakistan Wins: 34
• Bangladesh Wins: 5

Pakistan has a dominant record over Bangladesh in ODIs, but history won’t matter on the day.

Match Details – PAK vs BAN, ICC Champions Trophy 2025

Date: February 27, Thursday
Time: 2:30 PM IST | 09:00 AM GMT | 01:00 PM LOCAL
Venue: Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi

Predicted Playing XIs

Pakistan’s Possible XI:

Kamran Ghulam, Babar Azam, Saud Shakeel, Mohammad Rizwan (c & wk), Salman Agha, Usman Khan, Khushdil Shah, Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, Mohammad Hasnain, Abrar Ahmed.

Bangladesh’s Possible XI:

Tanzid Hasan, Najmul Hossain Shanto (c), Towhid Hridoy, Mushfiqur Rahim (wk), Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Nasum Ahmed, Jaker Ali, Rishad Hossain, Taskin Ahmed, Nahid Rana, Tanzim Hasan Sakib.

Pitch Report – Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium

Rawalpindi usually favors batsmen, but in the New Zealand vs Bangladesh match, the pitch was slow and tricky for scoring.

• The surface had low bounce and grip, helping bowlers.
• Michael Bracewell took 4 wickets for 26 runs in the last game here.

If similar conditions continue, bowlers could have an edge again.

Dream11 Captaincy Pick – Babar Azam

• Babar Azam is the best Dream11 captaincy choice for this match.
• He showed signs of returning to form against India but couldn’t convert his start.
• His ODI record in Rawalpindi is outstanding:
  • 5 innings, 335 runs, average of 83
  • 1 century and 2 fifties

Against Bangladesh’s bowling attack, he might finally play a big knock.

Players to Watch Out For

1⃣ Babar Azam – Pakistan’s best batsman, looking to make an impact.
2⃣ Saud Shakeel – A talented middle-order player who can stabilize the innings.
3⃣ Nahid Rana – A rising fast bowler who could trouble Pakistan’s batting lineup.

PAK vs BAN Match Prediction – Who Will Win?

Pakistan has a better overall record and home advantage. They will be eager to avoid a winless tournament in front of their fans.

PAK vs BAN Dream11 Prediction: Pakistan to defeat Bangladesh in Match 9.

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Both teams lost their opening matches, making this game a must-win for their chances of reaching the semi-finals.

• England scored 351 runs against Australia but still lost.
• Afghanistan struggled in their chase of 306 runs against South Africa, getting all out for 208.

Afghanistan shocked England in the 2023 World Cup—can they do it again? Or will England bounce back?

Afghanistan vs England – Head-to-Head in ODIs

• Total Matches: 3
• England Wins: 2
• Afghanistan Wins: 1

Afghanistan’s only win against England came in the 2023 World Cup, making this a high-stakes rematch.

Match Details – AFG vs ENG, ICC Champions Trophy 2025

Date: February 26, Wednesday
Time: 2:30 PM IST | 09:00 AM GMT | 01:00 PM LOCAL
Venue: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

Predicted Playing XIs

Afghanistan’s Possible XI:

Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi (c), Sediqullah Atal, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Gulbadin Naib, Rashid Khan, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Noor Ahmad.

England’s Possible XI:

Philip Salt, Ben Duckett, Joe Root, Jamie Smith (wk), Jos Buttler (c), Harry Brook, Liam Livingstone, Saqib Mahmood, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, Mark Wood.

Pitch Report – Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

The Gaddafi Stadium is a dream for batsmen with its flat pitch and short boundaries.

• In the last match here, Australia chased down 352 runs against England with 15 balls to spare.
• There is some swing movement for the bowlers early in the innings, but overall, it’s a batting-friendly pitch.

Expect a high-scoring match where bowlers will have to be at their best.

Dream11 Captaincy Pick – Joe Root

• Joe Root is a top captaincy choice for Dream11.
• He scored 68 off 78 balls against Australia, playing the perfect anchor role.
• Root has hit two fifties in his last three innings and is in good form.
• The flat pitch in Lahore suits his game, and he might even score a big hundred.
• Against Afghanistan in 2019, he made 88 off 82 balls.

Players to Watch Out For

1⃣ Joe Root – England’s best batsman in pressure situations.
2⃣ Jofra Archer – Can trouble Afghan batters with his pace.
3⃣ Rahmat Shah – Afghanistan’s most reliable ODI batsman.

AFG vs ENG Match Prediction – Who Will Win?

England has the stronger squad and is expected to bounce back from their loss to Australia.

AFG vs ENG Dream11 Prediction: England to win against Afghanistan in Match 8.

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