The much-awaited 1st Test between Pakistan and Bangladesh is about to begin, following a string of losses for both teams. With both sides looking to turn their fortunes around, this series opener in Rawalpindi will be crucial for setting the tone.
Match Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Kick-off Date/Time |
UK: Wednesday, August 21st, 2024 - 2:00 AM India: 6:30 AM US EST: Tuesday, August 20th, 2024 - 9:00 PM US PST: Tuesday, August 20th, 2024 - 6:00 PM |
| Venue | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi, Pakistan |
| Weather | Dry conditions with sunny and extremely hot weather, with temperatures consistently above 30°C. |
| How to Watch on TV |
UK: TBA India: Not Televised US: Willow TV Pakistan: A Sports & Ten Sports |
| How to Watch Online |
UK: TBA India: Not Streamed US: Willow TV Pakistan: Ten Sports website |
Pakistan: Aiming for Redemption on Home Turf
Pakistan returns to Test action after a disappointing 3-0 series defeat to Australia. With a much less formidable opponent in Bangladesh, Pakistan will be eager to improve their performance and capitalize on home advantage. However, taking 20 wickets on the traditionally flat Rawalpindi pitch will be a challenging task.
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Bangladesh: Looking to Bounce Back Strongly
Bangladesh is also looking to recover from a series of losses, including defeats against Sri Lanka and New Zealand. Despite their recent struggles, Bangladesh’s victory against New Zealand demonstrates their potential. They will need to harness that form to make an impact in this series opener.
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Pakistan Betting Insights
Given the typical batting-friendly conditions at Rawalpindi, betting on high run totals seems wise. Babar Azam is likely to be a key player, looking to make a strong statement after recent performances. Consider placing a bet on Babar to score over 89.5 runs in the match.
Shan Masood, known for his composed and stylish batting, is also a strong contender to be Pakistan’s top run-scorer in this Test. His recent form in the County Championship for Yorkshire makes him a valuable bet for finishing as the leading run-scorer for Pakistan.
Bangladesh Betting Insights
For Bangladesh, taking advantage of batting conditions will be crucial. Najmul Hossain Shanto, their captain, could play a pivotal role. Consider betting on Shanto to score a half-century in Bangladesh’s first innings.
On the bowling front, Shakib Al Hasan’s left-arm spin could be beneficial on the flat Rawalpindi pitch. A bet on Shakib to take over 3.5 wickets in the match could be a smart move, given his ability to extract turn and bounce.
Pakistan vs Bangladesh Expert Prediction
With the expected hot and dry conditions and a flat pitch, this Test match could be dominated by the batters. Babar Azam, Pakistan’s standout performer, is likely to shine in these conditions. It’s expected that he will score a fifty at least once during the match.
Tip: Bet on Babar Azam to score a fifty in the match.
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