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India and Australia will square off in Match 18 of the 2023 Cricket World Cup on Friday afternoon at the Chennai. Pakistan, one of the tournament's favorites, had a lost against the host India in the previous match will be looking for a comfortable win against the out of form Australia to book mark themselves in the top 4.
Striving for Victory: Australia Takes on Pakistan in ODI 18
Australia is in the midst of an intense campaign in the 2023 World Cup, aiming to establish a winning streak. The 18th ODI of the tournament sees them facing Pakistan in Chennai, a crucial encounter in their journey.
Australia's Rollercoaster Ride in the World Cup
Pat Cummins leads a determined Australian team, currently positioned in the lower half of the standings, with just one win in their last three matches. Their campaign kicked off with a challenging six-wicket loss to India in the opening match, followed by a significant defeat against South Africa, where they were beaten by 134 runs.
Josh Inglis Shines as Australia Faces Sri Lanka
In their match against Sri Lanka, Australia had to put up a strong performance in what started as a closely contested game but eventually turned one-sided. The spotlight was on Josh Inglis, who played a pivotal role in Australia's pursuit of a 216-run target. His 58 runs from 59 balls, including five fours and a six, proved crucial as Australia reached 215/5 in 35.2 overs, with Glenn Maxwell and Marcus Stoinis adding the finishing touches.
Adam Zampa - The Game Changer in Australia's Bowling Attack
During their clash with Sri Lanka, Australia's Adam Zampa emerged as a crucial figure in the first innings, securing a four-wicket haul that helped turn the tide in their favor.
Pakistan's Performance and Inconsistencies
On the other hand, Pakistan has had a mixed campaign in the World Cup. They began with an 81-run win against the Netherlands in their opening match, followed by a six-wicket victory against Sri Lanka. However, their winning streak was disrupted in their third fixture, a loss to hosts India in Ahmedabad.
Babar Azam's Form and Hasan Ali's Key Role for Pakistan
Despite their loss to India, Pakistan found positives in the form of captain Babar Azam. After struggling in the initial two matches, Babar managed to find his rhythm and scored a crucial half-century against India, contributing 50 runs off 58 balls. Additionally, Hasan Ali, currently ranking fifth in the list of wicket-takers with seven dismissals, remains a key player for Pakistan.
Australia vs. Pakistan: ODI History
Australia and Pakistan have faced each other 107 times in ODIs. Australia holds a lead in the head-to-head record, with 69 wins compared to Pakistan's 34. Additionally, three matches ended without a result, and one concluded in a tie.
Pakistan Predicted Playing 11
Australia Predicted Playing 11
The Toss Factor: An Intriguing Trend in ODI World Cup Encounters
An interesting trend has emerged in the ODI World Cup meetings between Australia and Pakistan. In the last six encounters, the team that lost the toss emerged as the victor. Australia's journey in the 2023 World Cup has been filled with challenges, triumphs, and intriguing trends. As the tournament progresses, cricket fans eagerly anticipate the outcomes of each match, making it an exciting and unpredictable event.