As the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 unfolds, cricket enthusiasts are eagerly anticipating the clash between India and Afghanistan at the iconic Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. This match marks the second encounter hosted by this historic venue during the tournament.

Rohit Sharma’s Team India commenced their World Cup campaign with a resounding victory over the formidable Australian side, a team that boasts five World Cup titles. India’s bowlers exhibited their prowess by dismissing Australia for a modest total of 199. KL Rahul and Virat Kohli then combined their batting brilliance to guide India to a comfortable win with 9 overs and 6 wickets to spare at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.

In contrast, Afghanistan faced a disheartening defeat at the hands of their Asian counterparts, Bangladesh, in their opening World Cup fixture. Afghanistan posted a total of 156 runs, which Bangladesh successfully chased down with 6 wickets in hand and 15.2 overs to spare at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) Stadium in Dharamsala.

Crucially, weather conditions can significantly influence the outcome of cricket matches. Fortunately, there is good news for cricket enthusiasts in Delhi. On Wednesday, October 11, the day of the India vs. Afghanistan clash, there is no threat of rain. The weather forecast promises a day filled with abundant sunshine. While the noon temperature is expected to reach a maximum of 36°C, the evening is anticipated to bring some relief, with temperatures reducing to 30°C.

As the sun sets and the evening progresses, the dew factor is likely to become a concern for both teams. Dew can make it challenging for fielding sides, affecting their grip on the ball. However, the previous match at this venue saw the team batting first post the highest total in World Cup history, which suggests that dew might not be a decisive factor.

Turning our attention to the pitch at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, it has undergone significant changes. The traditional slower wickets at the Feroz Shah Kotla have given way to freshly laid pitches prepared using black soil. These new pitches have injected life into the games, offering more bounce and aiding run-scoring opportunities.

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The recent South Africa vs. Sri Lanka encounter witnessed South Africa posting an imposing total of 428/5, a stark contrast to the previous lowest total of 99 at the same venue. The track seemed to favor batters, and the response from Sri Lanka in their run chase reinforced the notion that the pitch is a paradise for batters.

Probable11 Of India:- Rohit Sharma(c), Ishan Kishan, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul(w), Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Ravichandran Ashwin, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj

Porbable11 Of Afghanistan: Rahmanullah Gurbaz(w), Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi(c), Najibullah Zadran, Mohammad Nabi, Azmatullah Omarzai, Rashid Khan, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Naveen-ul-Haq, Fazalhaq Farooqi

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