PAK vs BAN Dream11 & Playing XI-ICC Champions Trophy 2025

Published on: February 26, 2025

PAK vs BAN Dream11 & Playing XI-ICC Champions Trophy 2025

PAK vs BAN Dream11 Prediction & Match Preview | ICC Champions Trophy 2025, 9th Match, Group A

The 9th match of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will see Pakistan taking on Bangladesh at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi, on 27th February 2025 at 2:30 PM (IST). Both teams are coming off losses in their previous games and will be eager to secure a crucial win in this Group A clash.

In this match preview, we cover:

• Match Prediction & Toss Prediction
• Team News & Playing XI
• Players’ Recent Stats & Performances
• Key Players to Watch Out For
• Best Performing Bowlers & Batsmen
• Dream11 Fantasy Team Suggestions
• Best Captain & Vice-Captain Picks
• Man of the Match Predictions

Match Details: PAK vs BAN, ICC Champions Trophy 2025

• Match: Pakistan vs Bangladesh, 9th Match, Group A
• Tournament: ICC Champions Trophy 2025
• Date: 27th February 2025
• Time: 2:30 PM IST
• Venue: Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
• Capacity: 15,000

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Pitch Report & Conditions

The Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium pitch is expected to favor batters in the first innings, with an average first-innings score of around 280+ runs. However, the second innings will see spinners getting more assistance, making chasing slightly more challenging. Fast bowlers might also extract some swing in the early overs, especially under lights.
• Batting-friendly pitch in the first innings
• Spinners come into play in the second innings
• A score of 280+ is considered competitive
• Captains may prefer to field first due to better chasing conditions

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Team News: PAK vs BAN

Pakistan Team News & Recent Form:

Pakistan lost their previous match against India by 6 wickets, struggling to defend their total. Their top order has shown promise, but the middle-order needs to step up. Babar Azam and Imam-ul-Haq are the key batters, while Shaheen Afridi and Naseem Shah lead the pace attack.

• Pakistan’s Batting Performance:
• Saud Shakeel (62) & Mohammad Rizwan (46) were the top scorers in their last match.
• Babar Azam & Imam-ul-Haq need to provide a solid start.
• Agha Salman plays a crucial all-rounder role in the middle order.
• Pakistan’s Bowling Performance:
• Shaheen Afridi (2 wickets) was the standout bowler in the previous match.
• Naseem Shah & Haris Rauf will handle the pace attack.
• Agha Salman & Abrar Ahmed will be key in the spin department.

Bangladesh Team News & Recent Form:

Bangladesh also comes into this game after a 5-wicket loss to New Zealand. Their top order did well, but the bowlers struggled to contain the opposition in the second innings. Najmul Hossain Shanto and Jaker Ali were the standout performers with the bat.
• Bangladesh’s Batting Performance:
• Najmul Hossain Shanto (77) & Jaker Ali (45) led the charge in their last game.
• Tanzid Hasan & Mahmudullah need to provide a solid opening partnership.
• Towhid Hridoy & Mushfiqur Rahim will be crucial in the middle order.
• Bangladesh’s Bowling Performance:
• Mustafizur Rahman, Taskin Ahmed, Nahid Rana, and Rishad Hossain picked up one wicket each in the last match.
• Mehidy Hasan Miraz & Rishad Hossain will play a key role in spin bowling.
• Taskin Ahmed will lead the pace attack.

Probable Playing XI: PAK vs BAN

Pakistan Playing 11:	Bangladesh Playing 11:
1. Imam-ul-Haq 2. Babar Azam (C) 3. Saud Shakeel 4. Mohammad Rizwan (WK) 5. Salman Agha 6. Tayyab Tahir 7. Khushdil Shah 8. Shaheen Afridi 9. Naseem Shah 10. Haris Rauf 11. Abrar Ahmed	1. Tanzid Hasan 2. Mahmudullah 3. Najmul Hossain Shanto (C) 4. Towhid Hridoy 5. Mushfiqur Rahim (WK) 6. Mehidy Hasan Miraz 7. Jaker Ali 8. Rishad Hossain 9. Nahid Rana 10. Taskin Ahmed 11. Mustafizur Rahman

Key Players to Watch Out For:

Pakistan:

• Babar Azam – Pakistan’s most consistent batter, capable of scoring big runs.
• Shaheen Afridi – A lethal pacer who can trouble batters in the powerplay.
• Mohammad Rizwan – A dependable middle-order batter and wicketkeeper.
• Naseem Shah – Can generate pace and bounce, crucial in middle overs.
• Abrar Ahmed – A key spinner who can control the game in the second innings.

Bangladesh:

• Mushfiqur Rahim – A vital middle-order batter who can stabilize the innings.
• Najmul Hossain Shanto – A solid top-order batter with the ability to anchor innings.
• Taskin Ahmed – Bangladesh’s main strike bowler, effective with the new ball.
• Mehidy Hasan Miraz – A key all-rounder, handy with both bat and ball.
• Mustafizur Rahman – A death-over specialist who can take crucial wickets.

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Top Fantasy Picks & Dream11 Team Suggestions:

Best Captain & Vice-Captain Choices:

1. Babar Azam & Najmul Hossain Shanto (Safe choice)
2. Tanzid Hasan & Shaheen Afridi (Risky but rewarding)
3. Agha Salman & Naseem Shah (Differential pick)
4. Towhid Hridoy & Mohammad Rizwan (Balanced option)

PAK vs BAN Dream11 Team:

Wicketkeepers:

• Mohammad Rizwan
• Mushfiqur Rahim

Batsmen:

• Babar Azam
• Najmul Hossain Shanto
• Tanzid Hasan

All-rounders:

• Agha Salman
• Mehidy Hasan Miraz
• Rishad Hossain

Bowlers:

• Shaheen Afridi
• Naseem Shah
• Taskin Ahmed

Man of the Match Predictions:

1. Babar Azam – If he scores a big knock, Pakistan has a great chance of winning.
2. Shaheen Afridi – Could be the match-winner with the ball.
3. Najmul Hossain Shanto – In great form, can play a captain’s knock.
4. Agha Salman – A valuable all-rounder who can influence both innings.

Final Match Prediction: Who Will Win?

• Pakistan has a stronger bowling attack and a solid batting lineup.
• Bangladesh has an unpredictable but talented team.

Prediction: Pakistan is likely to win, but if Bangladesh’s spinners dominate the second innings, they could cause an upset. Toss will be crucial as batting second is expected to be easier.

Who do you think will win? Let me know your thoughts!