Pakistan will face Bangladesh in match 43 of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 on Friday, July 5, at the historic Lord's Cricket Ground, London. The Sarfaraz Ahmed led Pakistan is in search of an impossible victory (Pakistan must defeat Bangladesh by more than 300 runs after setting a target of 400) to reach the semi-finals of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2019. Pakistan and Bangladesh are placed on the fifth and the seventh spot in the ongoing world cup on the points table, respectively. Pakistan vs Bangladesh 43th ODI Match.

Pakistan have played eight matches so far in the world cup and won four games, earning nine points (and one shared point for an abandoned match). On the other hand, Bangladesh have won three out of the eight matches they have played in the tournament.

As per Accuweathar.com, the weather is going to be mostly sunny with clear skies. The sun is expected to be out in all its glory. The current temperature is between 18 degrees to 22 degree Celsius and expected to reach 26 degrees in the afternoon.

Check Out the Snapshot of the Weather Below

PAK vs BAN, Lord's Weather Report (Photo Credits: Accuweather)

Pakistan vs Bangladesh, ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 Match 43 Video Preview

Pitch Report

The Lord's pitch is expected to be hard and dry owing to the weather. It is expected to play well for the batsmen. There will be some assistance for spin as well. The team winning the toss is expected to bat first. However, if Bangladesh wins the toss and elects to bat first, Pakistan are automatically out of the semi-finals contentions. It's a must win toss for Pakistan.

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jul 05, 2019 11:01 AM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).