Pakistan and Sri Lanka are scheduled to compete in the 8th match of the ICC 2023 Cricket World Cup match at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium in Hyderabad, India. The match will be held on October 10 at 2:30 pm Bangladesh. This will be the second match for both teams, where Pakistan is coming with a win, and Sri Lanka lost their first match against South Africa. Preview of Pakistan vs. Sri Lanka ODI Match in the 2023 ICC World Cup  Pakistan started their World Cup journey with an 81-run victory over the Netherlands. However, they encountered some challenges in batting against the Dutch bowlers. Nevertheless, Pakistan's strong bowling unit, led by Haris Rauf, ensured a comfortable victory. Ranked 2nd in ODIs, Pakistan is determined to clinch another win and strengthen their standing in the tournament. It's important to highlight that the upcoming match will be held at the same venue where Pakistan competed last week, potentially giving them an additional advantage. Given that both teams experienced being bowled out on that particular day, the venue might favor the bowlers, making the choice for the Player of the Match likely to be influenced by bowling performances. This year, Pakistan played 17 ODI matches so far and won 11 of them, while one match outcome was no result. Read more: ICC World Cup 2023 Tickets: How to Buy Online, Booking, Prices, Starting Dates and Timings Table: Pakistan's performance in ODI matches in 2023 So far Matches Win Loss No Result 17 11 5 1 Ranked 8th in ODIs, Sri Lanka experienced a challenging defeat in their first World Cup match against South Africa on October 7, 2023, conceding a record number of runs. The Lankan bowling unit, affected by injuries, struggled to contend with the challenges posed by Quinton de Kock, Rassie Vander Dussen, and Aiden Markram, who each notched up centuries. In contrast, the batsmen delivered an impressive performance, with Kusal Mendis showcasing his batting skills with a dazzling 76 off 42 balls. Additionally, Charith Asalanka and Dasun Shanaka contributed significantly, both reaching half-centuries. Sri Lanka is eager to rebound and deliver an improved performance against Pakistan. With a historical reputation for competitiveness in World Cup matches, the team aims to rediscover their form in this crucial encounter. Read more: ICC World Cup 2023 Venues: Cities and Stadiums in India In the current year, Sri Lanka has participated in 23 ODI matches, emerging victorious in 14 of them. And they lost 9 matches in 2023. So, the Lankans have a good record so far, and they can give a good fight against Pakistan. Table: Sri Lanka's performance in ODI matches in 2023 So far Matches Win Loss No Result 23 14 9 0 Stats of Pakistan and Sri Lanka in the ICC ODI World Cups So far Pakistan has taken part in a total of 13 ICC World Cups, including the ongoing 2023 tournament. Notably, their standout performance was in 1992, when they clinched the World Cup title. In 1979, 1983, 1987, and 2011, Pakistan reached the Semi-Finals, while in 1999, they secured the runner-up position. However, their journey concluded in the group stage in 2003, 2007, and 2019. Read more: ICC World Cup 2023: Schedule, Fixtures, Venues, Team List Sri Lanka has also made appearances in 13 World Cups. They secured the World Cup title once in 1996 and finished as runners-up on two occasions in 2007 and 2011. Table: Pakistan and Sri Lanka Stats in ICC ODI World Cups Team Appearances Total Matches Played Wins Losses Tie No Result Pakistan 13 times 80 45 32 0 3 Sri Lanka 13 times 83 38 39 1 5 Pakistan vs Sri Lanka Head-to-Head ODI Matches So Far Pakistan and Sri Lanka have contested each other in a total of 156 matches. Out of this tally, Pakistan emerged triumphant in 92 encounters, while Sri Lanka secured victories in 59 matches. Additionally, four matches concluded without a result, and one match ended in a tie. Read more: Shakib's wife Shisir posts emotional message of support on Facebook Table: PAK vs. SL Head-to-Head ODI Matches So Far Matches Pakistan Won Sri Lanka Won No Result 156 92 59 40 Probable Pakistan XI Fakhar Zaman, Imam-ul-Haq, Babar Azam (c), Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Saud Shakeel, Iftikhar Ahmed, Mohammad Nawaz, Shadab Khan, Hasan Ali, Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf. Probable Sri Lanka XI Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Perera, Kusal Mendis (wk), Sadeera Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka, Dhananjaya de Silva, Dasun Shanaka (c), Dushan Hemantha, Dunith Wellalage, Kasun Rajitha, Matheesha Pathirana. Read more: ICC World Cup 2023: India ODI Squad Analysis Pakistani Players to Watch Babar Azam Babar Azam, the team captain and ICC's top-ranked ODI batter, is set to play a crucial role as the main man of Pakistan's batting order. Although he could not do well (scored 5 runs only) against the Netherlands, Babar might emerge as a mighty batter in the next match. This year, Babar played 17 matches so far and scored 750 runs, which consists of two centuries and six centuries. Haris Rauf Haris took three wickets in the last match against the Netherlands, and he has been one of the most prominent bowlers of Pakistan. This year, he played 14 ODIs and grabbed 27 wickets. So, he might lead the Pakistani bowling lineup in the next match against Sri Lanka. Shaheen Afridi In the ODIs of 2023, Pakistani bowler Shaheen Afridi has showcased an outstanding performance, proving to be a tough force with the ball. In 13 matches, he has taken an impressive 25 wickets at an economical rate of 5.30. Afridi's bowling average stands at 22.64, reflecting his effectiveness in consistently breaking through opposition batting line-ups. He took one wicket in the last match. Read more: Analysis of Bangladesh Squad for ICC World Cup 2023 Sri Lankan Players to Watch  Charith Asalanka Charith Asalanka holds a significant role for Sri Lanka, currently standing as their highest-ranked ODI batsman. His noteworthy performance against South Africa in the last match, where he emerged as the top scorer, reflects his excellent form. Considering these achievements, he might be the savior for Sri Lanka in the next match. Matheesha Pathirana Emerging as one of the standout talents in Sri Lankan cricket over the last year, Pathirana has made a significant impact since his ODI debut in June. In the span of 11 matches, he has claimed 16 wickets. Drawing inspiration from the distinctive sling round-arm fast-bowling style of Lasith Malinga, Pathirana has proven adept at curbing opposition scoring rates, showcasing his ability to be a valuable asset in the bowling department. However, Pathirana had a poor performance in the last match, taking one wicket at a 9.5 economy rate. Final Words Pakistan has a good chance to win the PAK vs. SL match on October 10’s ICC World Cup match, because they have been really successful in past Cricket World Cup matches. They have got a superstar player, Babar Azam, who is excellent at batting, and their fast bowlers are tough to beat. So, Pakistan looks like they might come out as a winner in this match. Read more: Bangladesh's Fixtures for ICC World Cup 2023

India and Australia will kick off their ODI World Cup 2023 campaign on October 8, 2023. This highly anticipated encounter marks the fifth match of the tournament and is scheduled to take place at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Sunday at 2:30 PM Bangladesh time. Preview of IND vs. AUS ODI in ICC World Cup 2023 India enters the match with a boost in confidence, having recently secured a 2-1 victory over Australia in a three-match ODI series that took place from 22-27 September 2023. However, their journey in the World Cup opener might face challenges, particularly with the absence of Shubman Gill, who is sidelined due to dengue fever. The opening slot may see Ishan Kishan stepping in as a replacement. The spin-friendly conditions are expected to play a crucial role, with the inclusion of spinners like Kuldeep Yadav, Ravi Ashwin, and Ravindra Jadeja showcasing India's formidable strength in that department. The Indian cricket team has been in outstanding form recently, holding the top-ranking position in all three formats as per the latest ICC rankings. Throughout this year, they have demonstrated their prowess by losing only 5 out of the 21 completed matches and one match outcome with no result. Victories against New Zealand, West Indies, and Australia, along with a triumphant Asia Cup campaign, emphasize their dominance. Read more: ICC World Cup 2023: India ODI Squad Analysis Table: India's performance in ODI matches in 2023 So far Matches Win Loss No Result 21 15 5 1 Although both of India's warm-up matches were affected by rain, it doesn't pose a significant concern for the team. The silver lining is that the players benefited from a well-deserved break, ensuring they will be rejuvenated when facing one of the tough opponents of this World Cup, Australia. A notable aspect of India's recent success is the balanced contributions from nearly all players, reflecting the team's collective strength. On the other hand, Australia aims to put their past struggles with spin behind them, backing on their tough top-order batting. Players such as Mitchell Marsh, David Warner, and Steve Smith, who have shown proficiency against spin recently, are expected to adopt an aggressive approach at the start. Despite facing challenges in the series against India and South Africa, Australia remains fearless. The inclusion of Adam Zampa adds a strategic advantage, as he has consistently delivered strong performances for the Aussies in spin-friendly conditions, making him a key asset for the team in the upcoming match. Australia's abundance of all-round talent adds a significant element of danger to their lineup. Players like Glenn Maxwell, Steve Smith, or Marnus Labuschagne possess the capability to offer substantial support to Adam Zampa, particularly in the conditions at Chennai. The team's batting depth is equally impressive, extending down to the lower order, with genuine batting talent continuing even beyond the eighth or ninth position. However, Australia has faced a challenging period recently, having a 5-match losing streak—one of the team's lengthiest in recent history. However, a glimmer of optimism emerged as they secured a victory in their last international fixture against India and triumphed over Pakistan in a warm-up match. These wins are likely to inject a sense of regained confidence into the team. Nevertheless, this year, Australia played 11 ODI matches and won five of them and lost 6 games. Table: Australia’s performance in ODI matches in 2023 So far Matches Win Loss No Result 11 5 6 0 Read more: ICC World Cup 2023 Venues: Cities and Stadiums in India India and Australia Stats in ICC ODI World Cups So far India has participated in a total of 13 ICC World Cups, including the ongoing 2023 tournament. Their performances were particularly noteworthy in 1983 and 2011 as they won the World Cup. In 1987, 1996, 2015, and 2019, India progressed to the semi-finals, while in 2003, they became the runner-up. However, their journey ended in the group stage in 1975, 1979 and 2007. Australia also appeared in 13 World Cups and is the most successful team in the World. They won the World Cup five times and became runner-up twice. Table: India and Australia Stats in ICC ODI World Cups Team Appearances in ICC ODI World Cup Tournaments Total Matches Played in ICC ODI World Cup Tournaments Total Wins in ICC ODI World Cup Tournaments Total Lossesin ICC ODI World Cup Tournaments Tie No Result India Team 13 times 84 53 29 1 1 Australia Team 13 times 96 70 24 0 2 Read more: ICC World Cup 2023: Schedule, Fixtures, Venues, Team List India vs Australia Head-to-Head ODI Matches So Far In the ODI format, India and Australia have contested each other in a total of 149 matches. Out of these, India secured victory in 56 games, while Australia emerged triumphant in 83 encounters. Additionally, 10 matches concluded without a no result. Table: IND vs Australia Head-to-Head ODI Matches So Far Matches India Won Australia Won No Result 149 56 83 10 Probable India XI Rohit Sharma (C), Ishan Kishan, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (wk), Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Ravichandran Ashwin, Jasprit Bumrah, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Siraj. Probable Australia XI David Warner, Mitchell Marsh, Steve Smith, Marnus Labuschagne, Glenn Maxwell, Alex Carey (wk), Marcus Stoinis, Pat Cummins (C), Mitchell Starc, Adam Zampa, Josh Hazelwood. Read more: ICC World Cup 2023: India ODI Squad Analysis Indian Players to Watch Virat Kohli The former Indian captain, Virat Kohli, is gearing up to participate in his fourth ICC 50-over World Cup for India. Kohli has an impressive record against Australia, amassing a total of 2228 runs in 45 innings, featuring 8 centuries and 12 scores of fifty or more. Rohit Sharma While Rohit may not wield the bat as an unstoppable force as he did four years ago, when he notched a record-breaking five centuries at the 2019 World Cup, Rohit Sharma continues to exhibit mastery in the 50-over format. His unrivaled record for India, having an average of 48.85 with a strike rate of 90.52, shows his aggressiveness and importance to the team. Hardik Pandya He is one of the most dynamic all-rounder whose prowess cannot be ignored, making significant contributions with both the bat and ball during crucial moments. So far, Pandya played 82 matches for India, scored 1758 runs, and grabbed 79 wickets. Read more: ICC World Cup 2023 Tickets: How to Buy Online, Booking, Prices, Starting Dates and Timings Australian Players to Watch Adam Zampa The Chepauk pitch traditionally tends to heavily favor spinners, and Indian batsmen have often faced challenges against high-quality spin bowling on this ground. In 2023, Adam Zampa, a right-arm leg-spinner, showcased an impressive bowling display by claiming 15 wickets in 9 matches. This performance made him the leading wicket-taker among Australian bowlers in the calendar year. David Warner David Warner is in the twilight of his international career, concluding an illustrious tenure that, despite moments of controversy, undeniably boasts an outstanding record. Having played 25 ODIs against India, David Warner holds an impressive average of 51.04, marked by two centuries and four half-centuries. The 36-year-old cricketer enters the opening match of the tournament with both the form and a track record that suggest he is well-equipped to thrive in the challenging conditions. Mitchell Starc The tall left-arm paceman's role in the white-ball formats revolves around delivering full-length deliveries, targeting the stumps, and generating late swings, particularly during the powerplays. One of his crucial early breakthroughs for Australia was the crucial wicket of Brendon McCullum, secured with the third ball of the 2015 World Cup final. His impactful performance continued throughout the tournament, culminating in him being named the player of the tournament with 22 wickets when Australia claimed the title on home soil eight years ago. So, he might show his tremendous performance one more time. Final Words Assessing the present form, India holds an advantage over Australia and could initiate their World Cup journey with a victory. The performance of India's top order is crucial, especially considering the threat posed by Starc, who recently achieved a hat trick in a warm-up match. The challenging conditions of spin and humidity at Chepauk may pose difficulties for Australian batters. Hence, India has a competitive edge in the IND vs AUS World Cup 2023 match. Read more: ICC World Cup 2023 Live Streaming: How and Where to Watch all matches Online

The long-awaited ICC World Cup 2023 is set to kick off tomorrow (October 5, 2023) with a highly anticipated clash between reigning champions, England, and runner-up, New Zealand, at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Ten teams from across the globe will compete in this year’s Cricket World Cup, with five teams from Asia. India, a passionate cricketing nation, is playing host to what is anticipated to be the most memorable World Cup in history. Hundreds of millions of fans worldwide are expected to follow the World Cup through television broadcasts and streaming platforms, while hundreds of thousands more will witness the action live from the grounds in various states across India. Tigers arrive in Dharamshala for their first World Cup encounter Under the leadership of Rohit Sharma, India is considered one of the top contenders for the title, along with defending champions England and the formidable New Zealand. Pakistan and Australia are also strong challengers on the road to the championship. West Indies and Zimbabwe, two Test-playing nations, failed to make it to the World Cup.  Bangladesh boasts a formidable squad, led by Shakib Al Hasan, entering the tournament as the number one ODI all-rounder, for this edition of the Cricket World Cup. Total absence from warm-ups fuels concern over Shakib's fitness The Bangladesh squad is a blend of seasoned veterans and promising young talents. Alongside Shakib, Mushfiqur Rahim is set to participate in his fifth World Cup. Litton Das, Mustafizur Rahman, and Taskin Ahmed bring their wealth of World Cup experience to form a formidable force. In the lead-up to the World Cup, Bangladesh suffered a home series loss to New Zealand, marking their first defeat to the Blackcaps on home soil in 15 years. The Tigers, however, secured a victory in their first official warm-up match against Sri Lanka before falling short in the second match against England. Bangladesh will kick off their campaign against Afghanistan on October 7 in Dharamshala. Subsequently, they will face England at the same venue on October 10. During the round-robin phase, Bangladesh is scheduled to play a total of nine matches in the World Cup. Following these matches, the top four teams with the highest points will progress to the semifinals. The winners of the semifinals will vie for the championship on November 19 at the Narendra Modi Stadium. Bangladesh fall to England in final warm-up before World Cup Some big matches:  While every match in the World Cup holds immense significance, certain matchups are expected to draw heightened attention from fans: - England vs New Zealand on October 5 in Ahmedabad - India vs Australia on October 8 in Chennai - Pakistan vs Sri Lanka on October 10 in Hyderabad - Australia vs South Africa on October 12 in Lucknow - India vs Pakistan on October 14 in Ahmedabad - India vs Bangladesh on October 19 in Pune - Australia vs Pakistan on October 20 in Bengaluru - India vs New Zealand on October 22 in Dharamsala - South Africa vs Bangladesh on October 24 in Mumbai - Australia vs New Zealand on October 28 in Dharamsala - Bangladesh vs Pakistan on October 31 in Kolkata - New Zealand vs Pakistan on November 4 in Bengaluru - England vs Australia on November 4 in Ahmedabad - Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka on November 6 in Delhi - Bangladesh vs Australia on November 11 in Pune. Read more: ICC World Cup 2023 Tickets: How to Buy Online, Booking, Prices, Starting Dates and Timings