BAN vs AUS 3rd T20I Match Prediction: Who Will Win Today? Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Updates

Bangladesh and Australia will meet in the third and final T20I with the series already in Australia’s favour, but there is still plenty at stake. The Australians have taken an unassailable 2-0 lead after producing far better batting performances than they managed in the ODI series. Bangladesh, meanwhile, will be eager to avoid a losing streak and finish the series on a positive note in front of their home fans in Chattogram.

In the second T20I, Australia posted an imposing 196/5 after being asked to bat first. Matt Renshaw starred with an unbeaten 89 and, along with the hard-hitting Tim David, put together a crucial partnership that lifted the innings after a steady start.

Bangladesh remained in the contest for most of the chase as Towhid Hridoy struck a quickfire 35 off 22 balls and the middle order kept the target within touching distance. However, Australia held their nerve in the closing overs to restrict the hosts to 189/6 and seal a seven-run victory. Aaron Hardie claimed two wickets, while Nathan Ellis delivered key overs at the death to help his side get over the line.

Match Overview

BAN vs AUS: Head-to-Head (T20I)

Australia enjoy a better record against Bangladesh in Twenty20 Internationals. The two teams have met 13 times in the format, with Australia winning nine matches and Bangladesh only four.

Pitch Report

The Bir Sreshtho Flight Lieutenant Matiur Rahman Stadium in Chattogram has hosted two T20Is in this series. The first match was a low-scoring contest where Australia easily chased down Bangladesh’s modest 131 with 10 balls to spare. Game two, however, was a total run fest. Australia piled on a massive 196/5, and Bangladesh pushed them right to the edge, falling just short at 189/6 and eventually lost the match.

The numbers point to a highly competitive track, with the average score hovering around the 160 to 163 mark across both innings. Fans can look forward to a full, uninterrupted 20-over battle under clear, warm and humid skies. The only wildcard is the evening dew, which could easily creep in and complicate things for the bowlers later in the game.

Expect a surface that offers true bounce and carry, giving the fast bowlers some assistance early on. However, the pitch tends to flatten out, making stroke play a lot easier as the match goes on. While spinners will get a bit of grip, it is a batter-friendly surface if you play straight, making 160 to 170 a very realistic par score.

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Toss Prediction

In the two matches played at the Bir Sreshtho Flight Lieutenant Matiur Rahman Stadium during this series, the captain winning the toss has chosen to bat first on both occasions. The approach has worked well so far, and both teams are likely to prefer batting first again rather than chasing on a pitch that could get tougher as the game goes on.

Injury Updates

Bangladesh

No major fresh injuries reported. Litton Das and Taskin Ahmed were rested or recovering from previous knocks, meaning the hosts will likely stick with a similar side to test their bench strength.
Australia

With a fully fit squad at their disposal, they’ve really flexed their bench strength this series, getting crucial performances out of Mitchell Marsh, Matt Renshaw, and Adam Zampa.

Cricbites Match Prediction

Bangladesh have shown enough signs to suggest they can challenge Australia, but they have struggled to finish games strongly. Their batting looked much improved after scoring 189 in the second T20I, but the bowling attack has leaked too many runs, going at almost nine runs per over.

On paper, Australia just looks like the more balanced side. Adam Zampa has been brilliant at choking the run flow in the middle overs, while Matt Renshaw gives them that crucial anchor in the batting lineup. The visitors have handled key moments better in both matches and will back themselves to complete a series sweep.

While Bangladesh will be determined to avoid another defeat, their bowling attack does not appear to have enough firepower to contain a powerful Australian batting line-up.

Australia seem to be in better all-round form, with a middle order in good touch and a disciplined bowling unit. Backing them to complete the clean sweep appears to be the safer option.

Cricbites Prediction: Australia will win this match.

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