AFG vs BAN Match Analysis
Afghanistan will face Bangladesh in the 9th Match of Group B of the Asia Cup 2025 at Abu Dhabi on September 16, 2025. The contest is expected to be a high-stakes encounter, with both sides eyeing crucial points to strengthen their position in the Asia Cup.
Afghanistan entered this clash with strong momentum after a dominant win in their opening game. Their batting lineup, anchored by Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Ibrahim Zadran, looks well-balanced. Rashid Khan’s leadership adds confidence, especially in spin-friendly conditions.
Bangladesh, on the other hand, is searching for a bounce back after a tough loss to Sri Lanka. Their batting unit showed resilience, but finishing power remains a concern. The bowling attack needs sharper execution to contain Afghanistan’s explosive hitters.
Afghanistan vs Bangladesh Team Preview & Squads
Afghanistan
Rashid Khan leads AFG with tactical sharpness and his world-class leg-spin threat. Known for breaking partnerships, he brings energy and composure. His leadership is crucial in high-pressure group stage games.
AFG batting is built around Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Ibrahim Zadran at the top. The middle order, with Nabi and Najibullah-like hitters, adds firepower. Late-order hitters like Gulbadin Naib provide finishing strength.
Bowling is Afghanistan’s strongest weapon, with Rashid Khan, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, and Noor Ahmad forming a lethal spin trio. Fazalhaq Farooqi and Naveen-ul-Haq provide pace variety with the new ball. Their attack thrives in Abu Dhabi’s conditions.
In their opening game against Hong Kong on September 9, 2025, Afghanistan dominated with both bat and ball. They posted 188/6, thanks to aggressive batting from Gurbaz and Omarzai. The bowlers dismantled Hong Kong’s batting order, restricting them to 94/9. Afghanistan secured a massive 94-run victory, boosting their confidence for the next challenge.
Afghanistan Squad
Afghanistan
Rashid Khan (c), Azmatullah Omarzai, Darwish Rasooli, Fareed Ahmad, Fazalhaq Farooqi, AM Ghazanfar, Gulbadin Naib, Ibrahim Zadran, Karim Janat, Mohammad Ishaq, Mohammad Nabi, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Naveen-ul-Haq, Noor Ahmad, Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Sediqullah Atal, Sharafuddin Ashraf
Bangladesh
Litton Das leads BAN with his aggressive batting style and sharp wicketkeeping skills. His ability to anchor innings and accelerate at will makes him central to the team’s plans. Litton will need to inspire consistency from his players after their opening defeat.
BAN batting unit relies on Litton Das, Towhid Hridoy, and Tanzid Hasan at the top. The middle order has Nurul Hasan and Shamim Hossain for stability and acceleration. However, the lack of big finishers has been an issue in recent matches.
Bangladesh’s pace attack features Mustafizur Rahman, Taskin Ahmed, and Shoriful Islam, offering a blend of experience and aggression. Mahedi Hasan and Nasum Ahmed add spin options in the middle overs. Rishad Hossain’s leg-spin provides a wicket-taking edge.
Against Sri Lanka on September 13, 2025, Bangladesh posted 139/5 in their innings. Shamim Hossain and Jaker Ali fought hard with valuable contributions. However, the bowling unit struggled against Sri Lanka’s top order. Sri Lanka chased down the target comfortably with 32 balls to spare, handing Bangladesh a 6-wicket defeat.
Bangladesh Squad
Bangladesh
Litton Das (c) (wk), Jaker Ali, Mahedi Hasan, Mohammad Saifuddin, Mustafizur Rahman, Nasum Ahmed, Nurul Hasan, Parvez Hossain Emon, Rishad Hossain, Saif Hassan, Shamim Hossain, Shoriful Islam, Tanzid Hasan, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Taskin Ahmed, Towhid Hridoy
Match Details | ||
Match | Afghanistan vs Bangladesh | 9th Match | T20 Asia Cup 2025 | |
Date | 16/09/2025 (Tuesday) | |
Time | 08:30 PM (BDT) / 07:30 PM GMT / 08:00 PM (INR) | |
Format | T20 | |
Venue | Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi | |
Recent performance | Afghanistan – W W W L W | Bangladesh –W W NR W L |
Live Streaming Details | Click here to watch the Live Streaming Score on SLH(Sports Live Hub) | |
AFG vs BAN Outfield Report
The pitch at Abu Dhabi is known for assisting spinners while offering some support to pacers under lights. Batters who settle early can score big once the ball loses its shine. Expect a moderately high-scoring contest.
Weather conditions are forecasted to be clear with minimal cloud cover and no rain interruptions. Temperatures will hover around 33°C, with humidity testing player stamina. Conditions in the second innings may be affected by dew.
Historically, the Abu Dhabi surface has produced first-inning scores between 150–180. Teams batting first have often found success, though chasing below 160 has also been manageable. Anything above 175 could be a winning score here.
Afghanistan vs Bangladesh Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches
In the last five T20I encounters, Afghanistan holds a slight upper hand with three wins, while Bangladesh managed two. The contests have been closely fought, with spin playing a decisive role each time.
AFG vs BAN Prediction
Event | Afghanistan | Bangladesh |
Toss Winner | Afghanistan | – |
Player of the Match | Sediqullah Atal | – |
Top Run Scorer | Sediqullah Atal | Jaker Ali |
Top Wicket Taker | Fazalhaq Farooqi | Mahedi Hasan |
Most Sixes | Sediqullah Atal | Jaker Ali |
Predicted Score | 180+ | 170+ |
Win Probability | 54% | 46% |
According to cricket analysts Afghanistan have a 54% chance of Winning.
