The much-awaited Asia Cup 2023 will commence on August 30. The inaugural game of the marquee tournament will feature co-host Pakistan squaring off against Nepal. The high-profile competition will be played in a 50-over format and will commence on September 17. Sri Lanka will walk into the Asia Cup as the defending champions. Afghanistan Register Lowest ODI Total by a Team Against Pakistan After Being Bowled Out for 59 in PAK vs AFG 1st ODI 2023

Afghanistan have been kept in Group B alongside Sri Lanka and Bangladesh. They will play their opening game of the 16th edition of the continental tournament against the Bangla Tigers on September 3 in Lahore. Afghanistan have many match-winners in their arsenal and could give any team a run for their money.

Afghanistan Cricket Team Asia Cup 2023 Schedule

Date Time (IST) Match Venue
September 3 1:30 PM Afghanistan vs Bangladesh Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
September 5 3:30 PM Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

Afghanistan have top-quality spinners in their arsenal which could prove to be quite handy in the spin-friendly conditions of Pakistan. Also, they have a lot of firepower in the batting unit which can put any opposition under the pump. Hence, Afghanistan would back themselves to qualify for the Super Fours. However, it will be interesting to see if they possess the prowess to win Asia Cup 2023 and script history.

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