India A vs Afghanistan A : India A will Face Afghanistan A in the first semi-final of ACC Men’s T20 Emerging Teams Asia Cup looking to seal their place in the final.
Match Details
- Event: 2nd Semi-Final, ACC Men’s T20 Emerging Teams Asia Cup
- Date: October 25, 2024
- Time: 7:00 PM (local time)
- Venue: Al Amerat
Form
Recent Performance
- Afghanistan A: L, W, W, W, L
- India A: T, W, W, W, W
The unbeaten India A juggernaut is set to continue their remarkable run as they face Afghanistan A in the second semifinal match of the Emerging Teams Asia Cup. India A has displayed impressive form throughout the tournament, showcasing their depth and talent in every match. Meanwhile, Afghanistan A will be eager to challenge India’s stronghold after a mixed bag of results.
Team Comparison (Last 10 Matches)
- India A (Overall):
- Matches Played: 3
- Wins: 3 (100% win rate)
- Avg Score: 146
- Highest Score: 183
- Lowest Score: 111
- Afghanistan A (Overall):
- Matches Played: 8
- Wins: 3 (37% win rate)
- Avg Score: 141
- Highest Score: 166
- Lowest Score: 112
India A vs Afghanistan A Team News
India A has been in exceptional form, with standout performances from players like Abhishek Sharma, who scored a blistering 51 against Oman, and Anshul Kamboj, who impressed with his 3-wicket haul against Pakistan A. With a balanced squad full of talent, they look poised to advance to the finals.
On the other hand, Afghanistan A will rely on players like Sediqullah Atal, who has been a key run-scorer for the team, to inspire a strong performance against a formidable Indian side.
Key Players to Watch
Batters
- Sediqullah Atal (AFG-A):
- 6 Matches, 308 Runs, 61.6 Avg, 145.28 SR
- Atal has been in phenomenal form and will be crucial for Afghanistan’s batting lineup.
- Abhishek Sharma (IND-A):
- 3 Matches, 127 Runs, 42.33 Avg, 208.19 SR
- Known for his explosive batting, Sharma will look to provide a solid start for India.
Bowlers
- Qais Ahmad (AFG-A):
- 6 Matches, 8 Wickets, 7.14 Econ, 16.5 SR
- Ahmad’s ability to take wickets at crucial moments will be vital for Afghanistan’s chances.
- Anshul Kamboj (IND-A):
- 2 Matches, 4 Wickets, 8.33 Econ, 9 SR
- Kamboj has been effective in the tournament and will seek to dismantle Afghanistan’s batting order.
Squads
India A Squad
- Anuj Rawat (w), Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma (c), Ayush Badoni, Nehal Wadhera, Ramandeep Singh, Nishant Sindhu, Rahul Chahar, Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore, Rasikh Salam, Aaqib Khan, Vaibhav Arora, Anshul Kamboj, Hrithik Shokeen, Prabhsimran Singh
Afghanistan A Squad
- Sediqullah Atal, Wafiullah Tarakhil, Numan Shah (w), Darwish Rasooli (c), Shahidullah Kamal, Karim Janat, Sharafuddin Ashraf, Nangeyalia Kharote, Abdul Rahman, Qais Ahmad, Faridoon Dawoodzai, Zubaid Akbari, Allah Ghazanfar, Bilal Sami, Mohammad Ishaq
India A vs Afghanistan A Prediction
Given their unbeaten run and dominant performances in the tournament, India A is favored to win this semifinal clash against Afghanistan A. With a strong lineup and a recent track record that highlights their consistency, India A is likely to secure a place in the finals. However, Afghanistan A cannot be underestimated and will aim to pull off a surprise, making this match an intriguing encounter.
Expect a good contest with India A predicted to emerge victorious by a margin of 20-30 runs.
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