Pakan vs Bangladesh, Super Fours, Asia Cup 2023 tip-off XI: Faheem Ashraf to feature for PAK, Litton Das returns for BAN | Cricket News

The first Super Fours match of the Asia Cup 2023 will see Pakan take on Bangladesh at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on Wednesday.Pakan have been in good form in this tournament, winning their match convincingly against Nepal and dominating the wash out match against India.Pakan will be led Babar Azam, while Bangladesh, on the other hand, will be boosted the leadership of Shakib Al Hasan, who is one of the best all-rounders in the world.
The Gaddafi Stadium is a good batting wicket and the batters are expected to score runs. However, the bowlers will also get some help from the pitch, especially in the early overs.
The weather is expected to be clear on match day, with no rain forecast.
Now The Indian Express takes a look at how the two sides may lineup in their Asia Cup game.

Faheem Ashraf to get a game
The men in green have already announced their playing eleven and Faheem Ashraf has come in place of Mohammad Nawaz for this game. The fast bowling all-rounder is the only change in their playing 11 from the last match against India. Ashraf is a versatile cricketer who can contribute with both bat and ball. He is a hard-hitting batsman who can score runs quickly, and he is also a skillful bowler who can take wickets in all conditions. Ashraf’s all-round ability has made him a valuable asset to Pakan.
Litton Das boost for Bangladesh
Bangladesh wicketkeeper-batter Litton Das, who was ruled out of the Asia Cup due to a viral fever, is back with the team and will be available for selection in this game. However, Najmul Hossain Shanto has been ruled out of the Asia Cup due to a hamstring injury. Litton Das’ return to fitness came as a relief for Bangladesh.
Pakan vs Bangladesh Predicted XI:
Pakan Probable Playing XI: Imam-ul-Haq, Fakhar Zaman, Babar Azam (c), Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Iftikhar Ahmed, Faheem Ashraf, Salman Ali Agha, Shadab Khan, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Naseem Shah, and Haris Rauf.Most Read
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Bangladesh Probable Playing XI: Md Naim, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Litton Das, Towhid Hridoy, Mushfiqur Rahim (wk), Shakib Al Hasan, Afia Hossain, Shamim Hossain, Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam, and Hasan Mahmud

Pakan vs Bangladesh Squads:
Pakan Squad: Fakhar Zaman, Imam-ul-Haq, Babar Azam(c), Mohammad Rizwan(w), Agha Salman, Iftikhar Ahmed, Shadab Khan, Mohammad Nawaz, Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, Haris Rauf, Faheem Ashraf, Usama Mir, Saud Shakeel, Abdullah Shafique, Mohammad Haris, Mohammad Wasim Jr
Bangladesh Squad: Mohammad Naim, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Towhid Hridoy, Litton Das, Mushfiqur Rahim(w), Shakib Al Hasan(c), Shamim Hossain, Afif Hossain, Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam, Hasan Mahmud, Mustafizur Rahman, Mahedi Hasan, Tanzid Hasan, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Nasum Ahmed, Anamul Haque