PAK vs BAN Preview, Dream11 Prediction, Best Captain Choice: 9th Match
Hi and welcome! Here, you’ll find the PAK vs BAN Dream11 prediction, match preview, and expected playing 11. Both teams have failed to qualify for the next stage, but they will now play for pride in this 9th match of Group A in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Pakistan will take on Bangladesh at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi.
Pakistan
The host of this ICC Champions Trophy, Pakistan has been eliminated in just 4 days of the tournament. The fans and the cricket experts weren’t expecting this but as you Pakistan is unpredictable.
Pakistan have lost both of their matches. They lost their first match against New Zealand and their 2nd match against India.
Right now they are in the 4th position of the points table in Group A.
Pakistan’s performance against India in their last game was very disappointing. Neither the batter nor the bowlers performed according to their potential.
Pakistan batters managed to score 241 runs in their last match but the bowlers failed to defend the total.
Saud Shakeel was the top scorer scoring 62 runs off 76 balls and the skipper Rizwan scored 46 runs off 77 balls. Shaheen Afridi took 2 wickets.
Bangladesh
Bangladesh is in the same boat. They have also lost both matches. They lost their first match against India and their 2nd match against New Zealand.
Although Bangladesh is in the 3rd position, they have failed to win any game. They will also play for their pride. Defeating Pakistan will be a big win for them.
Bangladesh batters somehow managed to score 236 runs but the bowlers failed to defend the total.
The skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto was the top scorer scoring 77 runs off 110 balls and Jaker Ali scored 45 runs off 55 balls.
PAK vs BAN Match Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Pakistan vs Bangladesh, 9th Match, ICC Champions Trophy, 2025 |
| Venue | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi |
| Date & Time | February 27, 02:30 PM IST |
| Live Streaming | Disney+ JioHotstar app, Sports18 and Star Sports Network |
Table of Contents
PAK vs BAN Pitch Report Of Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
| STATS | ODI |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 27 |
| Matches won batting first | 11 |
| Matches won bowling first | 15 |
| Average 1st innings Score | 242 |
| Average 2nd innings Score | 214 |
The pitch of Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi has something for the batters and seamers. The seamers get some swing when the ball is new and shiny.
The previous match, Australia vs South Africa at this venue was abandoned without a toss due to rain. With a similar forecast for Thursday so pacers should get decent movement in the initial overs.
Overall the batter will benefit the most. Chasing will be comparatively easy.
Weather Report of Rawalpindi
There is a 45% chance of rain. The temperature is likely to be around 16°C, with humidity at 75%.
Pakistan vs Bangladesh Live Streaming
You can watch the match live on the Disney+ JioHotstar app, Sports18, and Star Sports Network. For live scores of Pakistan vs Bangladesh, you can check the Cricgram app.
PAK vs BAN Head-to-Head
Matches Played: 39
Pakistan Wins: 34
Bangladesh Wins: 05
Pakistan vs Bangladesh Recent Form
| Pakistan | L | L | L | W | L |
| Bangladesh | L | L | L | W | W |
Team News
Pakistan
There are no injury concerns. However, there is a slight chance that Pakistan may include Usman Khan and Kamran Ghulam in the playing 11.
Either Mohammad Hasnain or Faheem Ashraf could also get a game.
Bangladesh
There are no injury concerns. Bangladesh may play with the same playing 11.
PAK vs BAN Probable Playing XI
Pakistan
- Imam-ul-Haq/Usman Khan
- Babar Azam
- Saud Shakeel
- Mohammad Rizwan (c & wk)
- Salman Agha
- Tayyab Tahir
- Khushdil Shah/Faheem Ashraf
- Shaheen Afridi/M Hasnain
- Naseem Shah
- Haris Rauf
- Abrar Ahmed
Bangladesh
- Tanzid Hasan
- Najmul Hossain Shanto (c)
- Mehidy Hasan Miraz
- Towhid Hridoy
- Mushfiqur Rahim (wk)
- Mahmudullah
- Jaker Ali
- Rishad Hossain
- Taskin Ahmed
- Mustafizur Rahman
- Nahid Rana
Top Picks for PAK vs BAN Dream11 Team
Pakistan Best Players:
Mohammad Rizwan: 88 M, 2572 R, 42.2 A
Babar Azam: 128 M, 6106 R, 55.50 A
Salman Agha: 35 M, 976 R, 44.36 A + 16 W
Shaheen Afridi: 64 M, 261 R, 13,05 A + 127 W
Abrar Ahmed: 9 M, 15 W
Haris Rauf: 48 M, 85 W
Khushdil Shah: 15 M, 328 R, 3280 A + 4 W
Bangladesh Best Players:
Mehidy Hasan Miraz: 105 M, 1617 R, 24.87 A + 110 W
Rishad Hossain: 9 M, 99 R, 10.3 A + 8 W
Mammudullah: 239 M, 5689 R, 36.46 + 153 I, 82 W
Najmul Hossain Shanto (c): 49 M, 1565 R, 34.77 A + 1 W
Jaker Ali: 7 M, 264 R, 52.80 A
Taskin Ahmed: 79 M, 111 W
Mustafizur Rahman: 109 M, 166 R, 7.90 A + 174 W
PAK vs BAN Dream11 Prediction
Wicket-Keepers: M Rizwan
Batters: B Azam (C), I ul-Haq, S Shakeel
All-Rounders: A Salman (Vc), R Hossain, M Hasan Miraz
Bowlers: A Ahmed, Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, H Rauf
Fantasy Cricket Tips for Dream11 Team
Khushdil Shah and Mahmudullah are also good picks.
PAK vs BAN Captain and Vice-Captain Picks
- Babar Azam
- Salman Agha
- Mohammad Rizwan
- Shaheen Afridi
- Mehidy Hasan Miraz
FAQs
Where Can I Get PAK vs BAN live Scorecard?
You can check the PAK vs BAN live scorecard on the Cricgram app.
Squads
Pakistan Squad
Kamran Ghulam, Faheem Ashraf, Imam-ul-Haq, Babar Azam, Haris Rauf, Abrar Ahmed, Mohammad Rizwan (c & wk), Salman Agha, Mohammad Hasnain, Usman Khan, Khushdil Shah, Shaheen Afridi, Saud Shakeel, Tayyab Tahir, Naseem Shah.
Bangladesh Squad
Mushfiqur Rahim (wk), Mahmudullah, Tanzid Hasan, Najmul Hossain Shanto (c), Mustafizur Rahman, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Jaker Ali, Rishad Hossain, Parvez Hossain Emon, Soumya Sarkar, Towhid Hridoy, Taskin Ahmed, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Nahid Rana, Nasum Ahmed.
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Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.