AFG vs WI Today Match Prediction, 3rd T20I – Who Will Win? Top Batter and Top Bowler Picks | Afghanistan vs West Indies 2026

AFG vs WI Today Match Prediction 3rd T20I: Afghanistan (AFG) and West Indies (WI) are set to lock horns in the 3rd 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 Thursday, January 22, at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai.
AFG vs WI 3rd T20I Cricket Match Prediction (Pre-Match)
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Winner Prediction | Afghanistan is to win this match. |
| Most Runs | Darwish Rasooli (AFG), Brandon King (WI) |
| Most Wickets | Mujeeb Ur Rahman(AFG), Matthew Forde (WI) |
| Most SIX | Afghanistan to hit more sixes |
| Most 4s | Afghanistan to hit more 4s |
| Fantasy Tips | AFG vs WI 3rd T20I Dream11 Prediction |
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AFG vs WI 3rd T20I Cricket Match Prediction – Team Analysis
Afghanistan (AFG) Team Analysis
The Afghanistan team is in excellent form. In the leadership of Rashid Khan, they have already sealed the series after winning the 2nd T20I against WI by 39 runs. They posted a massive total of 189 runs, supported by Darwish Rasooli, who scored 68 runs off 39 balls, and Sediqullah Atal added 53 off 42 balls. In the bowling, Mujeeb Ur Rahman picked up 4 wickets.
Afghanistan Team Strength Players:
Ibrahim Zadran has provided a quick start, scoring 22 runs off 17 balls in the last outing.
Darwish Rasooli has played a crucial knock of 68 runs in 39 balls in the last outing.
Sediqullah Atal anchored the inning in the middle order, scoring 53 runs off 42 balls.
Rashid Khan is a key all-rounder who has claimed 3 wickets so far in this series.
Mujeeb Ur Rahman was awarded Player of the Match in the last outing.
Also Read – AFG vs WI Dream11 Prediction (3rd T20I), in Dubai 2026
West Indies (WI) Team Analysis
The West Indies have been struggling due to their current form, having lost two consecutive matches in a row. The West Indies team got off to a very poor start while chasing the target. Brandon King, with 50 runs, was their highest run scorer, while Shimron Hetmyer added a quick 46 runs off 17 balls. In the bowling section, Matthew Forde took two wickets.
West Indies Team Strength:
B King, the newly appointed WI skipper for this series, will be at the forefront. smashed 50 runs off 41 balls in the last outing.
Johnson Charles is a classical wicket keeper who will anchor the innings in the middle order
Shimron Hetmyer played a helpful knock of 46 runs off 17 balls, including 6 sixes in the last outing.
Matthew Forde can support his team with bat and ball. He has scored 31 runs and taken 3 wickets in this series.
Gudakesh Motie is the strike bowler. He will be keen to prove a point and audition for a spot in the upcoming T20 World Cup 2026.
AFG vs WI 3rd T20I Match Details & Live Streaming:
| Match No. | AFG vs WI 3rd T20I |
| Tournament | Afghanistan vs West Indies 2026 |
| Date & Time | Thursday, January 22, 8:00 PM IST |
| Venue | Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai. |
| Live Streaming | Fancode |
Afghanistan vs West Indies: Probable Playing 11
Afghanistan Probable XI:
Rahmanullah Gurbaz (WK), Ibrahim Zadran, Sediqullah Atal, Darwish Rasooli, Mohammad Nabi, Azmatullah Omarzai, Gulbadin Naib, Rashid Khan, Noor Ahmad, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Fazalhaq Farooqi
West Indies Probable XI:
Brandon King, Alick Athanaze, Johnson Charles (WK), Shimron Hetmyer, Evin Lewis, Quentin Sampson, Matthew Forde, Khary Pierre, Shamar Joseph, Gudakesh Motie, Ramon Simmonds
Also read – AFG vs WI T20I Player Battles Head to Head & Team Stats
Afghanistan vs West Indies 3rd T20I, Players To Watch Out for
Who will be the top run scorers for Afghanistan today?
Darwish Rasooli is our pick to top-score for Afghanistan.
| Player | MAT | INNS | NO | RUNS | HS | AVG | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 6s | 4s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Darwish Rasooli | 2 | 2 | – | 152 | 84 | 76.00 | 98 | 155.10 | – | 2 | 5 | 13 |
| 2. Ibrahim Zadran | 2 | 2 | 1 | 109 | 87 | 109.00 | 73 | 149.32 | – | 1 | 3 | 12 |
| 3. Sediqullah Atal | 2 | 2 | – | 55 | 53 | 27.50 | 46 | 119.57 | – | 1 | 3 | 2 |
Who will be the top run scorers for the West Indies today?
Brandon King is our pick to top-score for West Indies.
| Player | MAT | INNS | NO | RUNS | HS | AVG | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 6s | 4s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Brandon King | 2 | 2 | – | 54 | 50 | 27.00 | 45 | 120.00 | – | 1 | 4 | 3 |
| 2. Shimron Hetmyer | 2 | 2 | – | 49 | 46 | 24.50 | 24 | 204.17 | – | – | 6 | 1 |
| 3. Gudakesh Motie | 2 | 2 | 1 | 37 | 28 | 37.00 | 21 | 176.19 | – | – | 2 | 3 |
Who will pick the most wickets for Afghanistan in the match?
Pick: Mujeeb Ur Rahman to take the most wickets for Afghanistan.
| Player | MAT | INNS | OVR | RUNS | WK | BBI | AVG | ECN | SR | 4W | 5W | MD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Mujeeb Ur Rahman | 2 | 2 | 8 | 50 | 6 | 4/21 | 8.33 | 6.25 | 8.00 | 1 | – | – |
| 2. Rashid Khan | 2 | 2 | 8 | 38 | 3 | 2/19 | 12.67 | 4.75 | 16.00 | – | – | – |
| 3. Ziaur Rahman Sharifi | 1 | 1 | 4 | 36 | 3 | 3/36 | 12.00 | 9.00 | 8.00 | – | – | – |
Who will pick the most wickets for the West Indies in the match?
Pick: Matthew Forde to take the most wickets for the West Indies.
| Player | MAT | INNS | OVR | RUNS | WK | BBI | AVG | ECN | SR | 4W | 5W | MD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Matthew Forde | 2 | 2 | 8 | 76 | 3 | 2/25 | 25.33 | 9.50 | 16.00 | – | – | – |
| 2. Jayden Seales | 1 | 1 | 4 | 30 | 1 | 1/30 | 30.00 | 7.50 | 24.00 | – | – | – |
| 3. Shamar Joseph | 2 | 2 | 8 | 75 | 1 | 1/35 | 75.00 | 9.38 | 48.00 | – | – | – |
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 3rd 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.




