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

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 vs NEP Head-to-Head Stats

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.

The number one ranked team Pakistan start their Asia Cup campaign after a handsome series win against Afghanistan earlier this month.

PAK vs NEP Match Details

Date: August 30th, 2023

Time:  3:00 PM IST

Venue: Multan

PAK vs NEP Weather Report

The weather looks pretty clear for the upcoming fixture.

PAK vs NEP Pitch Report

Dew and a flat track make bowling a better option.

PAK vs NEP Head-to-Head

Played- 0 | Nepal- 0 | Pakistan- 0 | NR- 0 | Tie- 0

NEP vs PAK Predicted Playing XI

NEP Playing XI

Kushal Bhurtel, Arjun Saud, Gyanendara Malla, Rohit Paudel, Bhim Sharki, Kushal Malla, Dipendra Singh Airee, Sandeep Lamichhane, Gulsan Jha, Karan KC, Kishore Mahato

PAK Playing XI

Imam Ul Haq, Fakhar Zaman, Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, Agha Salman, Usama Mir, Ifthikar Ahmed, Shadab Khan, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Haris Rauf, Naseem Shah

PAK vs NEP Key Players

Sandeep Lamicchane

With his franchise experience Sandeep Lamicchane brings Nepal some hope as they come into the Asia Cup hoping to create an impact.

Imam-Ul-Haq

While Gurbaz has been good against pace, Imam Ul Haq has shown that he can handle the Afghanistan spinners, who are among the best in the World. He played a pretty good hand in both games looking the most comfortable of the Pakistani batters.

PAK vs NEP Match Tips

Pakistan come in favorites as they look to fine-tune their side for the World Cup.

Match Prediction: Pakistan Will Win the Match