AFG vs BAN Dream11 Team Prediction: The high-stakes bilateral ODI series between Afghanistan and Bangladesh continues on Wednesday, 8th October 2025, at Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi. Both teams bring contrasting momentum into this clash.
Bangladesh comes off a confident 3-0 T20I sweep, while Afghanistan aims to assert dominance in the 50-over format, having won two of the last three ODIs against Bangladesh
Let’s delve into the AFG vs BAN Dream11 team prediction, pitch report, weather conditions, and probable playing XIs for this crucial encounter.
AFG vs BAN Dream11 Team Prediction
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| Role | Players |
|---|---|
| Wicketkeeper | Rahmanullah Gurbaz |
| Batsmen | Ibrahim Zadran, Hashmatullah Shahidi, Najmul Hossain Shanto |
| All-rounders | Mohammad Nabi, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Rahmat Shah |
| Bowlers | Rashid Khan, Azmatullah Omarzai, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman |
| Captain | Hashmatullah Shahidi |
| Vice-Captain | Mehidy Hasan Miraz |
Grand League Picks:
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Rashid Khan – World-class spinner; guaranteed wickets.
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Ibrahim Zadran – Aggressive top-order batter; can change the game quickly.
Value Picks:
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Rahmat Shah – All-rounder who can chip in with both bat and ball.
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Towhid Hridoy – Explosive middle-order batter; budget-friendly pick.
AFG vs BAN Pitch & Weather Report – Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium
Pitch Report –
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Condition: Balanced
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Batting: Moderate scoring
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Pace Bowling: Good bounce
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Spin Bowling: Average turn
The stadium has seen faster pitches in recent years. Teams batting first often aim for 320+ runs, and toss-winning captains usually prefer to bat. Six of the last nine ODIs in Abu Dhabi were won by the team batting first.
Weather Report – Abu Dhabi
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Temperature: 30–32°C
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Wind: 3–6 km/h
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Rain Probability: 0%
A perfect day-night match, with sunny skies and consistent conditions throughout.
Toss Prediction: Bat first to take advantage of Abu Dhabi’s strong first-innings totals.
Who Will Win Today’s 1st ODI Match?
Although Bangladesh dominated the T20Is, Afghanistan has more ODI experience and depth in batting. Expect a closer contest, with Afghanistan likely to edge out the visitors.
Prediction: Afghanistan to win and avenge T20I losses.
Key Fantasy Picks of AFG vs BAN 1st ODI
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Hashmatullah Shahidi – Consistent ODI performer; anchor in the batting lineup.
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Mohammad Nabi – Experienced all-rounder; contributes in batting, bowling, and fielding.
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Mehidy Hasan Miraz – Captaincy impact and spin threat; crucial in middle overs.
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Rashid Khan – Premier spinner; high probability of taking early wickets.
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Ibrahim Zadran – Aggressive opener; capable of providing explosive starts.
AFG vs BAN Predicted Playing XI
Afghanistan Predicted XI:
Ibrahim Zadran, Darwish Rasooli, Hashmatullah Shahidi (c), Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Rahmat Shah, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Ikram Alikhil, Rashid Khan, Mohammad Saleem, Abdollah Ahmadzai
Bangladesh Predicted XI:
Najmul Hossain Shanto, Tanzid Hasan, Saif Hassan, Towhid Hridoy, Shamim Hossain, Nurul Hasan, Mehidy Hasan Miraz (c), Jaker Ali (wk), Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Rishad Hossain
Also Check –
- AFG vs BAN Pitch Report & statistics
- AFG vs BAN 1st ODI Match Preview & Prediction
- AFG vs BAN Head-to-Head Records & Stats
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