PAK vs NEP: Check our Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing Team Picks for Asia Cup 2023, Match 1 on Aug 30

The 16th edition of the Asia Cup is set to begin on August 30th with Pakistan and Sri Lanka jointly co-hosting the marquee event. Due to political issues between India and Pakistan, for the first time in history, the tournament is staged in two different countries. A total of 13 matches will be played including the Final which is scheduled on 17th September. Multan, Lahore, Pallekele, and Colombo have been selected as the host cities. Only 4 matches will be played in Pakistan and the remaining 9 will take place in Sri Lanka.

Arch rivals India, and Pakistan are in Group A along with Nepal. Group B comprises Afghanistan, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka.

Pakistan will take on Nepal in the inaugural game of the tournament on Wednesday.

Match Details:

Pakistan vs Nepal, Group A, Match 1

Venue: Multan Cricket Stadium, Multan

Date & Time: August 30th, at 3:00 PM IST and 2:30 PM Local Time

Live Streaming: Star Sports Network and Disney+Hotstar

What is the pitch report for PAK vs NEP, Asia Cup 2023, Group A, Match 1?

The batters will have a better edge over the bowlers on this wicket. In the middle phase of the game, that’s where the spinners will come into play and take complete control. Anything over 270 is competitive here.

Recent form:

Pakistan: Won Won Won Lost Won

Nepal: Lost Won Lost Lost Won

PAK vs NEP, Asia Cup 2023, Group A, Match 1 Probable Winners:

Pakistan are expected to win this match.

What is the expected, Probable Playing XIs for PAK vs NEP, Asia Cup 2023, Group A, Match 1?

Pakistan

Fakhar Zaman, Imam-ul-Haq, Babar Azam (c), Mohammad Rizwan, Salman Ali Agha, Iftikhar Ahmed, Shadab Khan, Usama Mir / Mohammad Nawaz / Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, Haris Rauf

Nepal

Kushal Bhurtel, Aasif Sheikh (wk), Arjun Saud, Rohit Kumar Paudel (c), Kushal Malla, Bhim Sarki, Dipendra Singh Airee, Gulshan Jha, Sandeep Lamichhane, KC Karan, Lalit Rajbanshi / Kishore Mahato

Injury Updates:

As of now, there are no injury concerns on both sides. It will be added when there is an update.

What are the Top Picks, players for Dream11, My11circle and MPL for PAK vs NEP, Asia Cup 2023, Group A, Match 1?

Top Pick – Batter

Imam-ul-Haq who plays two formats currently is the reliable batter for Pakistan at the top of the order. He had a good series against Afghanistan where he made 165 runs in 3 matches with the highest score of 91.

Top Pick – All-Rounder

Shadab Khan is a flexible cricketer and is always ready to give his best for the side with his all-round abilities. He made 90 runs and picked up 4 wickets against Afghanistan last week.

Top Pick – Bowler

Shaheen Afridi bowls unplayable deliveries with the new ball on a consistent basis. He swings the ball at more than 140 kmph which makes him one of the deadliest bowlers to face. The 23-year-old left-arm quick has picked up 6 wickets in the recent 3 matches series against Afghanistan.

Top Pick – Wicketkeeper

Mohammad Rizwan is an automatic first-choice pick in the wicketkeeper category. He is in decent form having made 90 runs in 3 match series against Afghanistan.

X-Factor:

Karan KC showcased his skills to the fullest in the ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifier, picking up 12 wickets in 6 matches which is the most for Nepal, and also added 35 runs with the bat.

What are the fantasy suggested teams for PAK vs NEP, Asia Cup 2023, Group A, Match 1?

1. Mohammad Rizwan, Babar Azam, Imam-ul-Haq (c), Kushal Bhurtel, Rohit Kumar Paudel, Dipendra Singh Airee, Shadab Khan, KC Karan, Sandeep Lamichhane, Shaheen Afridi (vc), Haris Rauf

2. Mohammad Rizwan, Imam-ul-Haq, Kushal Bhurtel, Fakhar Zaman (c), Rohit Kumar Paudel, Dipendra Singh Airee, Shadab Khan (vc), Kushal Malla, Sandeep Lamichhane, Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah

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Pre-Match Analysis:

Pakistan’s preparations for this tournament went really well as they recently thumped Afghanistan 3-0 to become the new No.1 ODI side. Barring one change they are going with the same squad that outclassed Afghanistan in all departments at a neutral venue. There are still plenty of things they need to address as their batters gave up their wickets easily at times while bowlers stood out with their clinical display. Their top 4 are fixed consisting of Fakhar Zaman, Imam ul Haq, Babar Azam, and Mohammad Rizwan. Iftikhar Ahmed, Agha Salman, and Shadab Khan will form the middle order and also they are flexible enough to bat at different positions. There is strong competition for an all-rounder spot between Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, and Usama Mir. The pace trio Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, and Naseem Shah are ready to give nightmares for the opposition. They are looking forward to ending their 11-year title drought.

Nepal are thrilled to secure their first qualification for the Asia Cup after knocking down UAE in the ACC Premier Cup Final. It’s a huge honor for the side that is completely filled with talented youngsters led by Rohit Kumar Paudel. Cricket in Nepal is blooming at the moment and any significant achievement in this tournament will boost the country’s reputation. They failed to make it to the upcoming Cricket World Cup in India after their terrible show in the ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifier which took place in Zimbabwe June-July this year. Kushal Bhurtel, Dipendra Singh Airee, Sandeep Lamichhane, and Karan KC are the prominent players in the mix. It takes a lot of toil for them to beat in-form Pakistan.