Australia vs Afghanistan - Champions Trophy Betting Preview, Tips and Odds

Australia and Afghanistan will play an important group B fixture in the Champions Trophy this week. We have expert cricket betting insight for you ahead of this crucial match – and have highlighted the best odds and tips as both teams pursue a berth in the semi-finals.

Australia vs Afghanistan Betting Tips and Predictions

Make use of our top betting tips and predictions for this significant Champions Trophy fixture. We look at recent ODI form, probable XIs, head-to-head records, and other useful information to inform your betting choices. Explore more of our best bets for this match.

Azmatullah Omarzai for Top Afghanistan Bowler

Azmatullah Omarzai took five important wickets in Afghanistan’s recent win over England. He is bowling with good pace and accuracy, but importantly, has excellent variations in challenging conditions. He is priced at 4.50 with bet365 to be Afghanistan’s top bowler in this match.

$4.50 with bet365

Josh Inglis for Top Australia Batter

Josh Inglis has been in superb form lately and hit a maiden ODI century against England last week. The conditions he experienced in Lahore last week should be similar at the same venue this week. Inglis is priced at 7.00 with bet365 to be Australia’s top batter in this match. Alternatively, Travis Head at 3.75 in the same market could be a decent pick.

$7.00 with bet365

Ben Dwarshuis for Player of the Match

Dwarshuis is one of the best left-arm seamers at the Champions Trophy. He impressed with three key wickets against England recently. Big performances among the fast bowlers could define this fixture – and decide the result. Dwarshuis is at long odds of 19.00 with Unibet to be the player of the match.

$19.00 with Unibet

Australia vs Afghanistan Odds

We are here to help you find the best odds for your wager. Placing bets on top prices after comparing what the best cricket betting sites have to offer is key. Here are some of the most attractive match odds with some of our best bookies.

Australia are the favourites to win this match. They are priced higher with Palmerbet compared to bet365 and Unibet. If you think Afghanistan will win this fixture, they have a higher price with Unibet.

Team
Australia	1.25	1.26	1.23
Afghanistan	4.00	3.90	4.20

Australia vs Afghanistan Betting Preview

Australia are a formidable ODI unit and are full of confidence after pulling off a record run chase against England earlier in the Champions Trophy, but then shared a washout with South Africa. The Australians are serious title contenders and have shown why early in the tournament.

Even without several sidelined players, including Pat Cummins, Mitchell Marsh and Mitchell Starc, Australia’s seam attack is in solid collective form. Look out for the performances of Ben Dwarshuis and Spencer Johnson, in particular, against Afghanistan.

Afghanistan were convincing in their most recent Champions Trophy fixture, pushing past England in a tight contest. They can take momentum from that victory into this match against arguably stronger opposition.

Keep an eye on the performance of Ibrahim Zadran. He hit a bit century – 177 – against England and should open the batting again. The opening powerplay is a big opportunity for him to chase early, quick runs against bowlers still getting a feel for conditions.

Team News

Australia won’t likely change their XI that beat England, even if they’re tempted to play an extra spinner at the expense of a seamer.

The same can be said for Afghanistan, whose XI was well-balanced against England. So, expect both teams to be the same with teams sticking to similar plans across the order.

Predicted Line-ups

Australia: Matthew Short, Travis Head, Steven Smith (captain), Marnus Labuschagne, Josh Inglis (wicketkeeper), Alex Carey, Glenn Maxwell, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Spencer Johnson, Adam Zampa.

Afghanistan: Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wicketkeeper), Ibrahim Zadran, Sediqullah Atal, Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi (captain), Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Gulbadin Naib, Rashid Khan, Noor Ahmad, Fazalhaq Farooqi.

Betting Statistics

Here are some key statistics to consider ahead of this Champions Trophy group-stage contest. These can help your betting choices.

Australia and Afghanistan have met four times in ODI cricket. Afghanistan have never won
The last 10 ODIs at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore have yielded an even spilt of five wins for the team that batted first and five for the team that bowled first
Australia have a weakened seam bowling attack – and Afghanistan strength in spin

Where to Bet on Australia vs Afghanistan

Here are some of the best betting sites for betting on Australia vs Afghanistan. We think bet365 is an excellent option for cricket betting as the range of markets and competitive odds set them apart. The bet365 betting app and live streaming service is also excellent. That said, any in this top five list are worth consideration.