Afghanistan and Australia clash in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, where the winner advances to the semi-finals. Both teams recently defeated England, adding intrigue. Key players include Afghanistan’s Ibrahim Zadran and Australia’s Spencer Johnson. The match will be broadcast worldwide on various platforms, ensuring access for fans everywhere.
As the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 approaches its semi-finals, Afghanistan faces Australia in a crucial match, akin to a quarter-final, where the victor advances to the final four. Their recent encounters in ICC competitions have added excitement to this clash, notably with Australia winning in the 2023 Men’s Cricket World Cup, while Afghanistan triumphed in the previous year’s Men’s T20 World Cup.
Both teams recently secured wins over England, setting the stage for a compelling showdown. Afghanistan’s coach, Trott, praised the team’s resilience, shifting focus to the challenge posed by Australia. The upcoming match could hinge on performances from key players, as both teams aim to maintain their winning momentum.
Squads:
Afghanistan: Hashmatullah Shahidi (c), Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Sediqullah Atal, Rahmat Shah, Ikram Alikhil, Gulbadin Naib, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan, AM Ghazanfar, Noor Ahmad, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Farid Malik, Naveed Zadran.
Australia: Steve Smith (c), Sean Abbott, Alex Carey, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Aaron Hardie, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Spencer Johnson, Marnus Labuschagne, Glenn Maxwell, Tanveer Sangha, Matthew Short, Adam Zampa.
Recent Form:
Afghanistan enters this pivotal match with confidence after a recent win against England, following earlier losses. Prior to the Champions Trophy, they excelled in four consecutive series victories over teams like Ireland and South Africa.
Australia commenced their tournament with an impressive win against England, but their match against South Africa was curtailed due to rain. They are looking to advance despite the absence of key bowlers like Cummins and Starc.
Players to Watch:
Afghanistan:* Ibrahim Zadran stands out after scoring 177 runs against England, crucial for the team’s performance as they face Australia. Also, the generally inexperienced Australian bowling attack could present an opportunity for Zadran to dominate early innings.
Australia:* Spencer Johnson, Australia’s opening bowler, aims to improve after struggling against England. Targeting star batsman Ibrahim Zadran could be critical for Australia’s chances of victory.
Viewing Details:
– India: JioStar (Live on Jio Hotstar, Television on Star and Network 18)
– Pakistan: PTV and Ten Sports, Streaming on Myco and Tamasha
– UAE and MENA: CricLife Max, Streaming on STARZPLAY
– UK: Sky Sports Cricket and Sky Sports Action, with digital access via SkyGO and NOW
– USA and Canada: WillowTV, Streaming on Willow by Cricbuzz (Hindi available)
– Australia: PrimeVideo (also in Hindi)
– New Zealand: Sky Sport NZ, digital via Now and SkyGo
– South Africa and sub-Saharan territories: SuperSport
– Bangladesh: Nagorik TV and T Sports, with digital options via Toffee
– Afghanistan: ATN
– Sri Lanka: Maharaja TV (TV1) with online digital access through Sirasa
– Matches may also be viewed on ICC.tv in select regions.
In summary, the upcoming match between Afghanistan and Australia is not just a contest but a pivotal event that determines who progresses in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Both teams showcase considerable talent and recent successes, with key players poised to impact the outcome significantly. The spectators can enjoy the match through various broadcasting channels tailored to their regions.
Original Source: www.icc-cricket.com
