AFG vs WI 1st T20I Dream11 Prediction, in Sharjah, January 19, 2026 – Winning Fantasy Tips, Playing11, Pitch Report
Afghanistan and West Indies begin their T20I series with the opening match on January 19, 2026, at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium.
The game will be played under lights, starting at 8:00 PM IST. This match marks the start of the Afghanistan vs West Indies tour in the UAE, with both teams looking to test their combinations before the T20 World Cup 2026. Sharjah hosts the opener, a venue well known for T20 cricket and a regular home ground for Afghanistan.
AFG vs WI 1st T20I Match Details (Last Updated 19:36 IST)
| Team | Afghanistan (AFG) vs West Indies (WI) |
| Competition | Afghanistan v West Indies in UAE 2026 |
| Date & Time | January 19, 2026, 8:00 PM |
| Venue | Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah |
| Live Stream | Fancode App/Website |
| Scorecard | AFG vs WI Live Score |
| Toss: | Afghanistan win the toss and elect to BAT first. |
AFG vs WI Team Preview & Head-to-Head Records
Afghanistan (AFG) and the West Indies (WI) kick off their three-match T20I series today, January 19, 2026, at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium. This series serves as vital preparation for both teams ahead of the T20 World Cup later this year.
| Matches | AFG Won | WI Won | No Result | Tied |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
Afghanistan Team News & Analysis
Afghanistan’s rise in international cricket has been impressive, especially in T20Is. They reached the semi-finals of the 2024 T20 World Cup, and expectations are high once again from the Rashid Khan-led side. Before the World Cup, Afghanistan will play a three-match T20I series against the West Indies in Sharjah.
The team has a strong squad for the shortest format. Batters like Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Ibrahim Zadran, Sediqullah Atal, and Mohammad Nabi will be important. Ibrahim Zadran comes into the series in good form after scoring 169 runs against Zimbabwe, while Gurbaz and Nabi recently featured in the Bangladesh Premier League.
Rashid Khan will lead the bowling attack, supported by Fazalhaq Farooqi. Naveen-ul-Haq has been ruled out due to injury, so Fazalhaq will handle most of the pace bowling with help from Azmatullah Omarzai, Abdullah Ahmadzai, and Gulbadin Naib.
West Indies Team News & Analysis
West Indies will play six matches before the T20 World Cup 2026, including three against Afghanistan and three versus South Africa. However, several senior players such as Shai Hope, Akeal Hosein, and Sherfane Rutherford are unavailable for this series due to their SA20 commitments.
For the Afghanistan series, the West Indies have announced a 16-member experimental squad led by opener Brandon King. The 31-year-old has scored over 1700 runs in 73 international matches.
The batting unit includes experienced players like Evin Lewis, Shimron Hetmyer, and Johnson Charles, along with young talents Quentin Sampson, Amir Jangoo, and Alick Athanaze. Charles recently scored 244 runs in 10 matches in ILT20 2026.
In bowling, the pace pair of Shamar Joseph and Jayden Seales will lead the attack. Joseph has taken 15 wickets in 12 T20Is, while Seales has 6 wickets in 6 matches. Young bowler Ramon Simmonds has also impressed with 4 wickets in 2 matches.
Toss Update – AFG vs WI 1st T20I Confirm Playing11 (Last Updated on 19:37 IST)
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Key Players for Afghanistan
- Top Batters: Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmanullah Gurbaz
- Top Bowlers: Rashid Khan, Noor Ahmad
Key Players for West Indies
- Top Batters: Brandon King, Shimron Hetmyer
- Top Bowlers: Gudakesh Motie, Shamar Joseph
AFG vs WI 1st T20I Pitch Report (Sharjah Cricket Stadium)
| Factor | Details |
|---|---|
| Pitch Type | Balanced–slow |
| Batting | Average |
| Bowling First | Advantage |
| Pacers | More effective |
| Spinners | Support role |
| Avg Score | 140–150 |
| Chasing | Slightly preferred |
| Dream11 Tip | Pick pacers & death-over bowlers |
Afghanistan vs West Indies Player Stats & Record 2026
Updated Team – AFG vs WI 1st T20I Dream11 Team Prediction (Last Updated @ 19:48 IST)
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Afghanistan vs West Indies Best Captain/Vice-Captain Prediction Today’s Match
| # | Player | Team | Role | Avg FPTS | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | A Omarzai | AFG | ALL | 55 | 78.02 |
| 2 | N ul Haq | AFG | BOWL | 82 | 76.45 |
| 3 | A Ahmadzai | AFG | BOWL | 71 | 75.77 |
| 4 | R Khan | AFG | BOWL | 59 | 72.39 |
| 5 | I Zadran | AFG | BAT | 78 | 70.25 |
FAQ – AFG vs WI Quick Summaries
Which are the Key Players for Afghanistan (AFG)?
Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Rashid Khan, and Noor Ahmad will be the key players for Team AFG.
Which are the Key Players for the West Indies (WI)?
Brandon King, Shimron Hetmyer, Gudakesh Motie, and Shamar Joseph will be the key players for Team WI.
What’s the pitch report for Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah?
The surface is expected to be dry and slow, which significantly favours Afghanistan’s spin-heavy attack. Batting is easiest during the Powerplay before the ball becomes soft and the pitch starts to grip. A competitive total is expected to be around 155–165.
Who are the best captain/vice-captain picks for today’s AFG vs WI match?
Rashid Khan, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Ibrahim Zadran, and Brandon King will be good options for C/VC.
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