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The long -awaited game of the Trophy Champions 2025 between Afghanistan and Australia Started in Lahore on Friday. It is an essential encounter for Afghanistan, as the loss would see them eliminated from the race for the semifinals.
Hashmatullah Shahidi chooses to beat first
Captain of Afghanistan Hashmatullah Shahidi Won the launch and chose the baptism first. He explained that the pitch had previously been used and was probably reduced as the game advanced, giving its bowls an advantage in the second post.
“We decided to beat first because the wick looks good. This is a used pitch and, because England and Australia have already played, it will probably slow down in the second half. Hopefully, our spinners have an impact.” Shahidi said to the launch.
Steve Smith revealed why Australia would have been turned first
On the other hand, the Australian pattern Steve Smith Remained infraciated after losing launch. He revealed that Australia would have chosen Bowl first due to the uncertain overload conditions and the dew factor expected in the second post.
“We would have blocked first, taking into account the uncertain conditions of overload and the dew factor. The team is in good shape and we look forward to a competitive competition. We are here with intent and aggression, ready to start. There are no changes in our line,” Smith said to the launch.
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Playing XI for both teams
Australia: Matthew Short, Travis Head, Steven Smith (C), Marnus Labuschagne, Josh Inglis, Alex Carey (Wk), Glenn Maxwell, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa, Spencer Johnson
Afghanistan: Rahmanullah Gurbaz (WK), Ibrahim Zadran, Sediqullah Atal, Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi (C), Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Prophet, Gulbadin Naib, Rashid Khan, Noor Ahmad, Fazalhaq Farooqi
