In the upcoming ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 clash, defending champions England will take on Afghanistan at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Sunday, October 15.
England are riding high on confidence after a convincing 137-run win against Bangladesh and will aim to continue their winning run. Meanwhile, Afghanistan will look to bounce back from their recent eight-wicket loss to India and secure their first win in the ongoing tournament.
ODI Stats and Records at Arun Jaitley Stadium:
- Total matches: 30
- Matches won batting first: 14
- Matches won bowling first: 15
- Average first innings scores: 231
- Average 2nd Inns scores: 209
- Highest total recorded: 428/5 (50 Overs) by South Africa vs Sri Lanka
- Lowest total recorded: 99/10 (27.1 Overs) by South Africa vs India
- Highest score chased: 281/4 (40.5 Overs) by India vs Sri Lanka
- Lowest score defended: 174/7 (50 Overs) by New Zealand Women vs India Women
Arun Jaitley Stadium Pitch Report:
The Arun Jaitley Stadium boasts a pitch that strongly favours the batters. Its rapid outfield and relatively short boundaries allow batters to dispatch the ball to the ropes. Moreover, as the match progresses, the dry and deteriorating surface of the pitch tends to work in favour of spin bowlers, making it a frequently preferred strategy for teams that win the toss to opt for batting first and then defending the total.
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Delhi Weather Forecast:
The weather forecast for Delhi on Sunday for the England vs Afghanistan cricket match indicates favourable conditions for the game. There are no chances of rain, ensuring uninterrupted play. The humidity is expected to be around 39%, which should be comfortable for the players. Additionally, the wind is forecasted to flow at a moderate speed of 11 kilometres per hour, which should have a minimal impact on the match.
ENG vs AFG, probable playing XI
England: Johnny Bairstow, Dawid Malan, Joe Root, Jos Buttler (C), Liam Livingstone, Harry Brook, Sam Curran, Chris Woakes, Reece Topley, Mark Wood, Adil Rashid
Afghanistan: Hashmatullah Shahidi (C), Ibrahim Zadran, R Shah, Najibullah Zadran, Mohammad Nabi, Azmatullah Omarzai, Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Rashid Khan, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Naveen-ul-Haq
