AFG vs WI Dream11 Prediction (2nd T20I), in Dubai, January 21, 2026 – Fantasy Tips, Playing11, Pitch Report
AFG vs WI Dream11 Prediction: The Afghanistan v West Indies in UAE 2026 continues with the 2nd T20I between Afghanistan and West Indies. The action unfolds at Dubai International Cricket Stadium in Dubai, on January 21, 2026, at 8:00 PM. Let’s look at the top player picks, pitch conditon and key stats.
AFG vs WI 2nd T20I Match Details
| Team | Afghanistan (AFG) vs West Indies (WI) |
| Competition | Afghanistan v West Indies in UAE 2026 |
| Date & Time | January 21, 2026, 8:00 PM |
| Venue | Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai |
| Live Stream | Fancode App/Website |
| Scorecard | AFG vs WI Live Score |
AFG vs WI 2nd T20I Team Preview, H2H & Recent Records
Afghanistan won the 1st T20I of the three-match series and took a 1–0 lead after securing victory in the opening game. The result puts Afghanistan ahead early in the series.
Afghanistan and the West Indies have faced each other in 9 T20I matches so far. Afghanistan have won 4 games, while West Indies holds a slight edge with 5 victories.
| Matches | AFG Won | WI Won | No Result | Tied |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
Afghanistan Team News & Preview
Afghanistan won their last match against the West Indies by 38 runs.
In that game, Ibrahim Zadran played a brilliant knock, scoring 87 runs off 56 balls, while Darwish Rasooli supported well with 84 runs from 59 deliveries. With the ball, Ziaur Rahman Sharifi took three wickets, and Mujeeb Ur Rahman claimed two.
Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Ibrahim Zadran are expected to open the innings for Afghanistan, with Sediqullah Atal set to bat at No. 3.
Darwish Rasooli, Mohammad Nabi, and Azmatullah Omarzai will anchor the middle order and play a key role in building the innings.
Mujeeb Ur Rahman and Azmatullah Omarzai are likely to start the bowling and look for early wickets.
During the middle overs, Ziaur Rahman Sharifi, Rashid Khan, Noor Ahmad and Mohammad Nabi will focus on controlling the run rate and taking wickets.
Gulbadin Naib can also be used as an additional bowling option if needed.
West Indies Team News & Preview
West Indies lost their last match against Afghanistan by 38 runs.
In that game, Quentin Sampson was the top performer with the bat, scoring 30 runs off 24 balls, while Gudakesh Motie added a quick 28 off 15 deliveries. With the ball, Jayden Seales and Matthew Forde picked up one wicket each.
Brandon King and Evin Lewis are expected to open the innings for West Indies, with Johnson Charles set to bat at No. 3.
Amir Jangoo, Shimron Hetmyer, and Quentin Sampson will handle the middle order and look to keep the scoreboard moving.
Matthew Forde, Gudakesh Motie, Khary Pierre, and Shamar Joseph will provide finishing strength in the lower order.
Jayden Seales and Matthew Forde are likely to take the new ball and aim for early breakthroughs.
During the middle overs, Khary Pierre, Shamar Joseph, and Gudakesh Motie will focus on controlling the run flow and picking up wickets.
Predicted XI for AFG vs WI & Must Have Players pick
| AFG Probable XI | WI Probable XI |
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Must Have Player from Afghanistan
- Top Batters: Ibrahim Zadran, Darwish Rasooli
- Top Bowlers: Ziaur Rahman Sharifi, Rashid Khan
Must Have Player from West Indies
- Top Batters: Quentin Sampson, Gudakesh Motie
- Top Bowlers: Jayden Seales, Matthew Forde
Pitch Report for Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai
The Dubai pitch offers a balanced surface with slight assistance for bowlers, especially while bowling first. Scores around 140–150 are competitive, while anything above 160 can be match-winning. Batting becomes slightly tougher in the second innings, making chasing the preferred option. Pacers play a key role, while spinners get limited but useful support.
| Factor | Details |
|---|---|
| Pitch Type | Balanced–slow |
| Batting | Average |
| Bowling First | Advantage |
| Pacers | More effective |
| Spinners | Support role |
| Avg Score | 140–150 |
| Chasing | Preferred |
| Dew Factor | Possible |
| Dream11 Tip | Pick pacers & all-rounders |
Afghanistan vs West Indies Player Stats & Record 2026
AFG vs WI 2nd T20I Dream11 Prediction Based on Stats 2026
Afghanistan vs West Indies 2nd T20I Top Captaincy Options
| # | Player | Team | Role | Avg FPTS | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | I Zadran | AFG | BAT | 96.6 | 91.31 |
| 2 | D Rasooli | AFG | BAT | 86.2 | 85.74 |
| 3 | A Jangoo | WI | WK | 58.4 | 77.23 |
| 4 | J Charles | WI | WK | 73.2 | 75.35 |
| 5 | Q Sampson | WI | BAT | 69.8 | 73.69 |
FAQ – AFG vs WI Quick Summaries
Which are the Key Players for Afghanistan (AFG) vs WI?
Ibrahim Zadran, Darwish Rasooli, Ziaur Rahman Sharifi, and Rashid Khan will be the key players for Team AFG.
Which are the Key Players for the West Indies (WI) vs AFG?
Quentin Sampson, Gudakesh Motie, Jayden Seales, and Matthew Forde will be the key players for Team WI.
What’s the pitch report for Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai?
Dubai International Stadium features a balanced pitch. New-ball bowlers find initial swing, while spinners dominate the middle overs on the sluggish surface. Dew often aids chasing, making batting second the preferred strategy.
Who are the best captain/vice-captain picks for today’s AFG vs WI 2nd T20I match?
Ibrahim Zadran, Darwish Rasooli, Quentin Sampson, and Gudakesh Motie will be good options for C/VC.
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