PAK vs BAN Pitch report and predicted playning XI

 The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 match between Pakistan and Bangladesh is scheduled for today, February 27, 2025, at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi, Pakistan. The match is set to begin at 2:00 PM local time (2:30 PM IST)

Pitch Report: The Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium is known for its batting-friendly pitches, offering consistent bounce and carry. Historically, the surface has favored batsmen, especially in the early stages of the match. As the game progresses, spinners may find some assistance, particularly during the middle overs. Teams winning the toss often prefer to bat first to capitalize on the favorable batting conditions and set a challenging target.

Weather Forecast: The weather in Rawalpindi today is expected to be clear and sunny, with minimal chances of rain. Temperatures are likely to hover around 20-25°C during match hours, providing comfortable playing conditions for both teams.

Given the pitch characteristics and weather conditions, we can anticipate a high-scoring encounter between Pakistan and Bangladesh. Batsmen from both sides will aim to exploit the favorable conditions, while bowlers, especially spinners, will look to make an impact as the match progresses.

Predicted Playing XI:

Pakistan:

1. Abdullah Shafique
2. Saim Ayub
3. Shan Masood (c)
4. Babar Azam
5. Saud Shakeel
6. Mohammad Rizwan (wk)
7. Salman Agha
8. Mohammad Hasnain
9. Naseem Shah
10. Khurram Shahzad
11. Abrar Ahmed

Bangladesh:

1. Shadman Islam
2. Zakir Hasan (wk)
3. Najmul Hossain Shanto (c)
4. Mominul Haque
5. Mushfiqur Rahim
6. Shakib Al Hasan
7. Litton Das
8. Mehidy Hasan Miraz
9. Hasan Mahmud
10. Shoriful Islam
11. Nahid Rana

Notably, Pakistan may include Mohammad Hasnain in place of Shaheen Shah Afridi, who has taken only two wickets in the tournament