IND vs PAK: Pakistan will lock horns against India in Match 3 of Super Four of the Asia Cup, 2023 on Friday, September 8, 2023, at R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo.
During their recent league stage match, India’s top-order woes against Pakistan’s formidable bowling attack, led by Shaheen Afridi and Haris Rauf, were glaringly evident.
Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shubman Gill, and Shreyas Iyer were all at sea against the express pace of Shaheen Afridi and Haris Rauf, who wreaked havoc and disrupted India’s top-order lineup.
If it weren’t for Hardik Pandya and Ishan Kishan’s breathtaking 138-run partnership for the fifth wicket, India might have struggled to post a respectable total on the board.
Heading into this game, Team India has a selection conundrum regarding the inclusion of either KL Rahul, who is making a comeback after being absent for the first two matches of the Asia Cup 2023, including the one against Pakistan, or Ishan Kishan, who turned heads with his brilliant performance against Pakistan in the league stage.
Meanwhile, Jasprit Bumrah, who briefly returned to India for the birth of his first child, has rejoined Team India just in time for their high-stakes encounter against Pakistan. He will be leading the charge for India’s pace attack in this match, partnering with the talented duo of Mohammed Siraj and Shardul Thakur.
On the other hand, Pakistan has been flawless in the tournament, ticking all the right boxes. They remain undefeated, starting with resounding victories over Nepal. Although their second game against India was abandoned, they came back stronger to secure a convincing seven-wicket win against Bangladesh in their Super 4 match.
The likes of Imam-ul-Haq, captain Babar Azam, and Iftikhar Ahmed have been in exceptional form lately, and they aim to maintain their stellar performances in the tournament. Pakistan boasts one of the most lethal pace attacks in world cricket, making it intriguing to see how India plans to counter this significant challenge.
All in all, with Team India boasting a lineup of cricketing megastars and Pakistan armed with a formidable bowling attack, an electrifying 50-overs contest beckons at Colombo.
Here are the match details, pitch report, probable playing 11, squads, player records/stats and dream11 fantasy team predictions for Match 3 of Super Four of the Asia Cup, 2023.
IND vs PAK Match Details
- Match: India vs Pakistan, Match 3 of Super Four
- Date: Friday, September 8, 2023
- Time: 3:00 PM (IST) | 9:30 AM (GMT) | 3:00 PM (Local)
- Venue: R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
Pitch Report For IND vs PAK, Match 3 of Super Four
Persistent heavy rainfall over Colombo for the past two days indicates that the upcoming match may provide favourable conditions for fast bowlers. Despite the usual spin-friendly nature of Colombo’s pitch, it is expected to maintain its bowler-friendly character in this game. Historical data suggests that teams batting first tend to have a higher chance of success, making the toss crucial for deciding who should opt to bat first.
Pitch Stats of R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo For IND vs PAK, Match 3 of Super Four
- Total matches: 155
- Matches won batting first: 84
- Matches won bowling first: 61
- Average 1st Inns scores: 232
- Average 2nd Inns scores: 191
- Highest total recorded: 375/5 (50 Ov) by IND vs SL
- Lowest total recorded: 78/10 (33.1 Ov) by SLW vs ENGW
- Highest score chased: 292/4 (48.3 Ov) by SL vs AUS
- Lowest score defended: 170/10 (49.2 Ov) by WIW vs SLW
Probable Playing XI For IND vs PAK, Match 3 of Super Four
India Playing XI
Rohit Sharma (C), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, Ishan Kishan (WK), Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Shardul Thakur/Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj.
Pakistan Playing XI
Fakhar Zaman, Imam-ul-Haq, Babar Azam (C), Mohammad Rizwan (WK), Agha Salman, Iftikhar Ahmed, Shadab Khan, Mohammad Nawaz, Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, Haris Rauf.
India & Pakistan Form in Last 5 Matches
IND Form
PAK Form
IND vs PAK Player Record/Stats (Must Picks) For Match 3 of Super Four
| Player | Stats (This Tournament) |
|---|---|
| Babar Azam | 151 Runs |
| Hardik Pandya | 87 Runs & 1 Wicket |
| Iftikhar Ahmed | 109 Runs |
| Virat Kohli | 4 Runs |
| Rohit Sharma | 85 Runs |
| Shaheen Afridi | 6 Wickets |
| Haris Rauf | 5 Wickets |
| Shadab Khan | 4 Wickets |
IND vs PAK Captaincy Picks For Match 3 of Super Four Between India vs Pakistan
- Virat Kohli
- Hardik Pandya
- Babar Azam
IND vs PAK Dream11 Prediction – Fantasy Team Suggesting For Match 3 of Super Four
India vs Pakistan – Fantasy Team 1
- Wicket-Keeper: Mohammad Rizwan
- Batters: Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Babar Azam
- All-Rounders: Ravindra Jadeja, Hardik Pandya, Shadab Khan
- Bowlers: Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammad Siraj, Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf
- Captain: Virat Kohli
- Vice-Captain: Babar Azam
India vs Pakistan – Fantasy Team 2
- Wicket-Keeper: Mohammad Rizwan, Ishan Kishan
- Batters: Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Babar Azam
- All-Rounders: Ravindra Jadeja, Hardik Pandya, Shadab Khan
- Bowlers: Mohammad Siraj, Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf
- Captain: Hardik Pandya
- Vice-Captain: Shadab Khan
IND vs PAK Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today’s Match?
India is expected to win this match.
IND vs PAK – Match 3 of Super Four of Asia Cup, 2023, Live Broadcast & Online Streaming Details, Where to Watch in India?
- Live Streaming: Disney+ Hotstar
- TV Broadcast: Star Sports Network
Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team for the fantasy game please consider the points mentioned and make your own decision at the time of making your team.
