AFG vs BAN Head-to-Head Record & Stats: Afghanistan will play Bangladesh in the third and final ODI of the 2025 UAE series on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at 3:00 PM IST at the Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium in Abu Dhabi.
Afghanistan has dominated the series so far, winning the first two ODIs. After losing the series, Bangladesh will be looking to end the series on a positive note and avoid a whitewash. It is expected to be an exciting contest as both teams will look to dominate the final match.
Let’s take a look at the AFG vs BAN head-to-head record, recent form, and key stats ahead of this clash.
AFG vs BAN Head-to-Head Records in ODIs
| Matches Played | AFG Won | BAN Won | No Result | First-ever Fixture | Most Recent Fixture |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | 10 | 11 | 0 | March 01, 2014 (AFG Won) | October 11, 2025 (AFG Won) |
Afghanistan has a slight advantage, having won two of the last three ODI encounters against Bangladesh.
Afghanistan – Recent Performance (Last 5 ODIs)
| Date | Opponent | Result | Margin | Score (AFG – Opp) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Oct 2025 | Bangladesh | Won | 81 runs | 190/10 – 109/10 |
| 08 Oct 2025 | Bangladesh | Won | 5 wickets | 226/5 – 221/10 |
| 26 Feb 2025 | England | Won | 8 runs | 325/7 – 317/10 |
| 21 Feb 2025 | South Africa | Lost | 107 runs | 208/10 – 315/6 |
| 21 Dec 2024 | Zimbabwe | Won | 8 wickets | 131/2 – 54/10 |
Bangladesh – Recent Performance (Last 5 ODIs)
| Date | Opponent | Result | Margin | Score (BAN – Opp) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Oct 2025 | Afghanistan | Lost | 81 runs | 109/10 – 190/10 |
| 08 Oct 2025 | Afghanistan | Lost | 5 wickets | 221/10 – 226/5 |
| 08 Jul 2025 | Sri Lanka | Lost | 99 runs | 186/10 – 285/7 |
| 05 Jul 2025 | Sri Lanka | Won | 16 runs | 248/10 – 244/10 |
| 02 Jul 2025 | Sri Lanka | Lost | 77 runs | 167/10 – 244/10 |
Afghanistan vs Bangladesh Key Player Battles
Hashmatullah Shahidi vs Mehidy Hasan Miraz
Shahidi’s consistency at the top will be crucial for Afghanistan, while Miraz’s all-format experience can stabilise Bangladesh’s innings.
Rashid Khan vs Taskin Ahmed
Rashid Khan’s spin threat is Afghanistan’s x-factor, whereas Taskin Ahmed’s pace can challenge the top order early.
Rahmanullah Gurbaz vs Najmul Hossain Shanto
Gurbaz’s attacking starts could set the tone for Afghanistan, while Shanto’s stability is key for Bangladesh’s top order.
Mohammad Nabi vs Mustafizur Rahman
Nabi’s variations and experience will trouble Bangladesh’s batters, while Mustafizur’s death bowling will be crucial.
Azmatullah Omarzai vs Towhid Hridoy
Omarzai’s early breakthroughs can set the momentum for Afghanistan, while Hridoy must anchor the middle order for Bangladesh.
AFG vs BAN win Prediction
With key players like Ibrahim Zadran, Rashid Khan, and Azmatullah Umarzai in excellent form, Afghanistan will enter the final ODI as a strong contender. Bangladesh will be looking to avoid a whitewash, but Afghanistan’s balanced attack and recent dominance in the series will give them the edge.
Prediction: Afghanistan will win and take a 3-0 series lead over Bangladesh.
