AFG vs WI Today Match Prediction, 1st T20I – Who Will Win? Top Batter and Top Bowler Picks | Afghanistan vs West Indies 2026
AFG vs WI Today Match Prediction 1st T20I: Afghanistan (AFG) and West Indies (WI) are set to lock horns in the 1st T20I of the Afghanistan vs West Indies 2026.
If you are searching for Afghanistan vs West Indies Today Match Prediction, you’re in the right place. The high-voltage clash will be played on Monday, January 19, at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah, UAE, where both teams will look to start the series on a winning note.
AFG vs WI 1st T20I Cricket Match Prediction (Pre-Match)
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Winner Prediction | Afghanistan is to win this match. |
| Most Runs | Ibrahim Zadran (AFG), Johnson Charles (WI) |
| Most Wickets | Fazalhaq Farooqi (AFG), Gudakesh Motie (WI) |
| Most SIX | Afghanistan to hit more sixes |
| Most 4s | Afghanistan to hit more 4s |
| Fantasy Tips | AFG vs WI 1st T20I Dream11 Prediction |
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AFG vs WI 1st T20I Cricket Match Prediction – Team Analysis
Afghanistan (AFG) Team Analysis
The Afghanistan team is in excellent form. They have won their last four matches in a row. Rashid Khan will lead the team in this series. They played their last T20I match against Qatar, which they won by 25 runs. They head into this game after winning the T20I series against Zimbabwe by 3-0. Now they are eying to maintain their winning momentum.
Afghanistan Team Strength Players:
Rahmanullah Gurbaz, with this approach, is very dangerous and can take the game away in the powerplay
Ibrahim Zadran is a technically strong batter who will anchor the inning in the middle order.
Noor Ahmad has been in great form, and he will be a dangerous bowler in these conditions
Mohammad Nabi is a key all-rounder who has scored 52 runs and taken four wickets in the last three matches.
A Omarzai can contribute with both bat and ball. He has scored 51 runs and taken 3 wickets in the last three T20Is.
Also Read – AFG vs WI Dream11 Prediction (1st T20I), in Sharjah 2026
West Indies (WI) Team Analysis
West Indies have been struggling due to their current form, losing the last three matches in a row. They enter in this game after losing the T20I series against New Zealand by 2-3. They would like to forget their past experiences and make a fresh, good start in this series under the leadership of B King.
West Indies Team Strength:
B King, the newly appointed WI skipper for this series, will be at the forefront. King will be opening the innings and be a key bet at the top.
Johnson Charles is an explosive opener. With 87 runs in the last three matches, he gives West Indies a solid start.
Alick Athanaze anchors the middle order. He will be keen to prove a point and audition for a spot in the upcoming T20 World Cup 2026.
S Springer can support his team with bat and ball. He has been scoring 51 runs and taking 2 wickets in the last three matches.
Gudakesh Motie is the strike bowler. His four wickets in the last three matches make him a big threat with the new ball and in the starting overs.
AFG vs WI 1st T20I Match Details & Live Streaming:
| Match No. | AFG vs WI 1st T20I |
| Tournament | Afghanistan vs West Indies 2026 |
| Date & Time | Monday, January 19, 8:00 PM IST |
| Venue | Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. |
| Live Streaming | Fancode |
Afghanistan vs West Indies: Probable Playing 11
Afghanistan Probable XI:
Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Sediqullah Atal, Gulbadin Naib, Azmatullah Omarzai, Darwish Rasooli, Md. Nabi, Rashid Khan (c), Noor Ahmad, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Fazalhaq Farooqi
West Indies Probable XI:
Johnson Charles (wk), Brandon King (c), Keacy Carty, Alick Athanaze, Shimron Hetmyer, Justin Greaves/S Springer, Matthew Forde, Khary Pierre, Gudakesh Motie, Shamar Joseph, Jayden Seales
Also read – AFG vs WI T20I Player Battles Head to Head & Team Stats
Afghanistan vs West Indies 1st T20I, Players To Watch Out for
Who will be the top run scorers for Afghanistan today?
Ibrahim Zadran is our pick to top-score for Afghanistan.
Who will be the top run scorers for West Indies today?
Johnson Charles is our pick to top-score for West Indies.
Who will pick the most wickets for Afghanistan in the match?
Pick: Fazalhaq Farooqi to take the most wickets for Afghanistan.
Who will pick the most wickets for West Indies in the match?
Pick: Gudakesh Motie to take the most wickets for West Indies.
Afghanistan vs West Indies, Which Team Will score more sixes?
We expect Afghanistan to hit more sixes in this match
Afghanistan vs West Indies, Which Team Will score more fours?
We expect Afghanistan to hit more fours in this match.
Who will win today’s AFG vs WI 1st T20I match?
Afghanistan has a more experienced and talented squad and also benefits from home conditions, which makes them look like the more balanced side.
Additionally, Afghanistan has a superb 70% winning record on this venue.
Prediction: MyFinal11 expert is backing Afghanistan to win this match.
Disclaimer: This prediction is based on player stats, form, and match conditions. Cricket is unpredictable; consider other factors before making decisions.