Champions Trophy 2025 Live Updates: Afghanistan won the toss and decided to bat first against Australia in their crucial Group B match in Lahore. Both teams have maintained unchanged lineups for this important game at Gaddafi Stadium.
Despite concerns about the weather, the good news for fans is that there is currently no rain. Afghanistan enters this match after defeating England in their previous Champions Trophy game. For Australia, this match against Afghanistan is critical for securing a win after their previous game against South Africa was washed out due to rain. A loss would complicate their qualification chances, making a win essential for Afghanistan.
Live Match Updates
Afghanistan vs Australia LIVE: Teams Lineups
Afghanistan: Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Sediqullah Atal, Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi (capt), Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Gulbadin Naib, Rashid Khan, Noor Ahmad, Fazalhaq Farooqi
Australia: Travis Head, Matt Short, Steven Smith (capt), Marnus Labuschagne, Josh Inglis (wk), Alex Carey, Glenn Maxwell, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa, Spencer Johnson
February 28, 2025, 14:11 (IST)
Afghanistan vs Australia LIVE: Afghanistan Wins Toss!
Afghanistan have chosen to bat first! Australia initially wanted to bowl, so both teams are content with the toss outcome. Both teams are playing with the same team composition as their last match.
February 28, 2025, 14:05 (IST)
Afghanistan vs Australia LIVE: Toss Soon
With no rain at the moment, the toss is expected to proceed as scheduled. However, the sky is heavily clouded over the stadium. There was significant rain yesterday, but the field is in good condition. The temperature is expected to reach a maximum of 19 degrees Celsius today, making for pleasant conditions. The chance of rain has decreased to 25 percent, and there is a nice breeze blowing across the stadium.
February 28, 2025, 14:01 (IST)
Afghanistan vs Australia LIVE: Australia Might Consider Bowling Changes
Australia’s bowling performance was a concern in their previous match. They have Sean Abbott and Tanveer Sangha as potential replacements waiting.
February 28, 2025, 13:51 (IST)
Afghanistan vs Australia LIVE: Afghanistan Team Strategy
Despite Glenn Maxwell’s impressive performance in the 2023 ODI World Cup, Afghanistan’s captain, Hashmatullah Shahidi, mentioned that their plans are designed for the entire Australian team, not just one player.
During a pre-match press conference on Thursday, Shahidi stated, “Do you think we only focus on Maxwell? We have strategies for the entire Australian team. I acknowledge Maxwell played exceptionally well in the World Cup, but that’s in the past. We beat them in the T20 World Cup, and we consider all opposition teams. We are here to strategize for the whole team, not just individual players. We will do our best with our plans, keeping in mind we are playing Australia, not just Maxwell.”
February 28, 2025, 13:45 (IST)
Afghanistan vs Australia LIVE: Positive Weather Update from Lahore
According to ESPNcricinfo, it rained in Lahore overnight, but it is currently dry. The sky is transitioning between overcast and clear, and the weather situation looks promising for the match to proceed without a washout.
February 28, 2025, 13:37 (IST)
Afghanistan vs Australia LIVE: Emerging Rivalry
Following Glenn Maxwell’s incredible innings for Australia in the 2023 ODI World Cup, Afghanistan achieved a significant victory against Australia in the T20 World Cup last year. Will they repeat their success today?
February 28, 2025, 13:36 (IST)
Afghanistan vs Australia LIVE: More Than Just a Game for Afghanistan
This match carries extra significance for Afghanistan. Cricket Australia has previously declined to play bilateral series with Afghanistan due to concerns about the humanitarian situation in the country, particularly the treatment of women and girls by the Taliban.
February 28, 2025, 13:30 (IST)
Afghanistan vs Australia LIVE: Rain Forecast in Lahore
There is a significant chance of rain for this match, with weather forecasts indicating over a 70 percent chance of rain in and around Gaddafi Stadium. We are awaiting official updates on the current conditions.
February 28, 2025, 13:23 (IST)
Afghanistan vs Australia LIVE: Welcome to the Coverage!
Hello and welcome to our live coverage! Today, Afghanistan faces Australia at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, aiming for another major victory. Stay with us for the latest updates as we await the toss and team announcements.
February 28, 2025, 13:15 (IST)
