PAK vs NEP Match Preview

On Wednesday afternoon in Multan, Pakistan and Nepal will kick off the 2023 Asia Cup. Last year’s tournament saw Pakistan reach the final before losing by 23 runs to Sri Lanka in Dubai, whereas this is Nepal’s first appearance in the Asia Cup. Pakistan enters this match fresh off a 3-0 series win over Afghanistan earlier this month. They will be at full strength and have depth of strength. In this game, Nepal will face one of the best white ball sides in the world, and there will be no pressure on them to win. Do not be surprised, however, if Nepal has some exciting moments.

PAK vs NEP Match Details

Pakistan vs Nepal – 1st Match

Venue: Multan Cricket Stadium – Multan

Date & Time: 30th August 2023 at 03:30 PM IST 

Live Streaming: Fancode App

PAK vs NEP Venue Stats

Avg 1st inn score	332
Avg 2nd inn score	320
Win% batting 1st	52
Win% batting 2nd	48

PAK vs NEP Pitch Report

This will be a good cricket wicket, giving batters full value for their shots while also assisting pace and spin bowlers. A par score is approximately 295.

PAK vs NEP Weather Report

This game will begin in Multan under clear skies and bright sunshine. Throughout the game, the temperature will drop from the high 30s to the low 30s.

PAK vs NEP Last Five Matches

PAK ( Pakistan )	W W W L W
NEP ( Nepal )	L W L L W

PAK vs NEP Head-to-Head Stats

	Matches Played	PAK Won	NEP Won	Tie	NR
Overall	0	0	0	0	0
Last 5	0	0	0	0	0

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

PAK vs NEP Probable Playing XIs:

Pakistan Probable Playing XIs

Fakhar Zaman, Imam-ul-Haq, Babar Azam (c), Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Saud Shakeel, Agha Salman, Shadab Khan, Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Haris Rauf

Nepal Probable Playing XIs

Kushal Bhurtel, Arjun Saud (wk), Rohit Paudel (c), Bhim Sharki, Pratish GC, Kushal Malla, Dipendra Singh Airee, Sandeep Lamichhane, Gulsan Jha, Karan KC, Kishore Mahato

Topmost Picks for PAK vs NEP Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Pakistan

• Babar Azam- the 28 year old continues to lead by example across all formats for his country. He hit 60 runs from 86 balls in the last ODI against Afghanistan on Saturday.
• Haris Rauf- the 29 year old fast bowler has been particularly impressive at international level over the last 18 months. He is a wicket taking threat as well as keeping the runs down.

Top Picks – Nepal

• Bhim Sharki- the 21 year old number four batter has shown plenty of promise in this format after hitting scores of 70, 67 and 77 not out so far this year.
• Sandeep Lamichhane- the 23 year old spinner has a huge amount of top level experience after spells across all the main franchise leagues and Pakistan’s batters will be wary when facing him.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for PAK vs NEP Dream11 Team:

Mohammad Rizwan, Imam-ul-Haq, Kushal Bhurtel, Rohit Paudel, Babar Azam(C), Kushal Malla, Dipendra Singh Airee(VC), Shaheen Shah Afridi, Haris Rauf, Sandeep Lamichhane, Karan KC

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for PAK vs NEP Dream11 Team:

Mohammad Rizwan(VC), Fakhar Zaman, Kushal Bhurtel, Rohit Paudel, Babar Azam, Kushal Malla, Dipendra Singh Airee, Shaheen Shah Afridi(C), Haris Rauf, Sandeep Lamichhane, Gulsan Jha

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Babar Azam, Shaheen Shah Afridi

Vice-captain – Dipendra Singh Airee, Mohammad Rizwan

Wicketkeeper – Mohammad Rizwan

PAK vs NEP Probable Winners:

There will be a lot of anticipation for this game because it is the first of the tournament and Nepal is making their debut. Any early boundaries or wickets will give Nepal plenty of hope, but realistically, they are expected to finish second in this match. Our prediction is that Pakistan will win easily to get off to a good start. Considering the team combination, Pakistan is expected to win this match.