‘Phli bar sahi bt ki is ne’ – Fans react as Kamran Akmal predicts 4 semi-finalists of ODI World Cup 2023

The final day has arrived, as it will witness the start of the ODI World Cup 2023. Notably, Pakistan and New Zealand are all set to lock horns on September 29 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium in Hyderabad for the warm-up fixture. Notably, all 10 teams have arrived in the host country, India, and have started their preparation for the ODI World Cup 2023.

Meanwhile, a plethora of experts and former cricketers have shared their ODI World Cup picks. Notably, former Pakistani cricketer Kamran Akmal also came up with his team as the semi-finalist for the marquee event. The former batter has named Pakistan for the first spot, which is followed by host country India, five-time World Champions Australia, and defending champion England.

Speaking about Kamran Akmal’s picks, Pakistan has been his number one in the ODI rankings, and the side has performed well in the 50-over format. In addition, Babar Azam has been ranked No. 1 in the ODI rankings, which boosts their chances of reaching the semi-final. The Men in Green have recently won a series 3-0 against Afghanistan ahead of the Asia Cup 2023.

Probable reason for his ODI World Cup 2023 picks

Moreover, Babar Azam and Co. carried great momentum in the Group Stages of the Asia Cup 2023 but suffered major setbacks in the Super Fours of the Continental Cup. Talking about his further picks, Team India is entering as the favourite to lift the ODI World Cup 2023 after emerging victorious in the Asia Cup 2023. In addition, they won the series against Australia, which helped them get the number one spot in the ODI ramblings. Moreover, their home conditions are the biggest advantage for Rohit Sharma and Co. heading to the ODI World Cup 2023.

Team Australia is already five-time World Champions and has given stellar performances in knockout games. Notably, the great players who were injured with the likes of Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins, Glenn Maxwell, and Steve Smith have marked their comeback, which makes them a great and formidable side. England are the defending champions, and Test skipper Ben Stokes has returned to the side for the big tournament. In addition, they recently won the ODI series against New Zealand 3-1, which is a big boost to entering the ODI World Cup 2023. Moreover, the Jos Buttler-led side has produced magnificent performances in the big tournaments.

Check out how fans have reacted to his picks: