NZ vs AFG Match Prediction, 4th Match, Group D – Who Will Win? Top Batter and Top Bowler Picks | T20 World Cup 2026
NZ vs AFG Match Prediction 4th Match: New Zealand (NZ) and Afghanistan (AFG) are set to lock horns in the 4th Match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026.
If you’re searching for today’s match prediction for New Zealand vs Afghanistan, you’re in the right place.
The T20I clash will be played on Sunday, February 8, at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai, India. [match_prediction match_id=94649]
NZ vs AFG 4th Match Cricket Match Prediction (Pre-Match)
| Question | Answer |
| Winner Prediction | New Zealand is to win this match. |
| Most Runs | Daryl Mitchell (NZ), Darwish Rasooli (AFG) |
| Most Wickets | Kyle Jamieson (NZ), Rashid Khan (AFG) |
| Most SIX | NZ to hit more sixes |
| Most 4s | NZ to hit more 4s |
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NZ vs AFG 4th Match Cricket Match Prediction – Team Analysis
New Zealand (NZ) Team Analysis
Based on their ICC ranking, New Zealand automatically qualified for the 2026 T20 World Cup. They lost the T20 series in India just before the World Cup started. New Zealand played only one warm-up match before the start of the World Cup, in which the team struggled but ultimately secured a victory against the USA. New Zealand will be led by Mitchell Santner alongwith Daryl Mitchell and Devon Conway. Forgetting their recent past, they would like to make a fresh start.
New Zealand Team Strength Players:
Mitchell Santner restricts the flow of runs with his bowling and has played many useful innings for the team.
Daryl Mitchell is an inform batter who scored plenty of runs in recent T20I and ODI series against India.
Devon Conway is likely to open the innings for NZ and will try to put pressure on the opposing team in the power play with their aggressive batting.
James Neesham’s presence brings balance to the team; he contributes well in both batting and bowling.
Kyle Jamieson is one of New Zealand’s best bowlers, capable of taking wickets when needed.
Afghanistan (AFG) Team Analysis
Afghanistan and New Zealand have only faced each other in ICC tournaments so far; the two teams have never met in a bilateral series. They have played three matches against each other in the World Cup, with both teams winning one match each. Afghanistan will be led by Rashid Khan, supported by experienced Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Ibrahim Zadran.
Afghanistan Team Strength Players:
Rahmanullah Gurbaz has the ability to change the course of the match during the power play itself.
Ibrahim Zadran delivered an excellent half-century in the warm-up match against the West Indies.
Darwish Rasooli steadied the innings in the middle order, scoring 27 runs in the last outing.
Azmatullah Omarzai is a key all-rounder and the most vital cog in the AFG squad.
Rashid Khan has proven his mettle with his spin bowling all over the world. He could be a real game-changer.
NZ vs AFG 4th Match Match Details & Live Streaming:
| Match No. | NZ vs AFG 4th Match Preview |
| Tournament | ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 |
| Date & Time | Sunday, February 7, 11:00 AM IST |
| Venue | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai, India. |
| Live Streaming | Jiohotstar, Star Sports Network |
New Zealand vs Afghanistan: Probable Playing 11
New Zealand Probable XI:
Tim Seifert (wk), Devon Conway, Rachin Ravindra, Mark Chapman, Glenn Phillips, Daryl Mitchell, Mitchell Santner (C), James Neesham, Jacob Duffy, Kyle Jamieson, Ish Sodhi
Afghanistan Probable XI:
Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Ibrahim Zadran, Sediqullah Atal, Darwish Rasooli, Mohammad Nabi, Gulbadin Naib, Shahidullah Kamal, Rashid Khan (C), Fazalhaq Farooqi, Ziaur Rahman Sharidi, Noor Ahmad
New Zealand vs Afghanistan 4th Match, Players To Watch Out for
Who will be the top run scorers for New Zealand today?
Daryl Mitchell is our pick to top-score for New Zealand.
Who will be the top run scorers for Afghanistan today?
Darwish Rasooli is our pick to top-score for Afghanistan.
Who will pick the most wickets for New Zealand in the match?
Pick: Kyle Jamieson to take the most wickets for New Zealand.
Who will pick the most wickets for Afghanistan in the match?
Pick: Rashid Khan to take the most wickets for Afghanistan.
New Zealand vs Afghanistan: Which Team Will score more sixes?
We expect NZ to hit more sixes in this match
New Zealand vs Afghanistan, Which Team Will score more fours?
We expect NZ to hit more fours in this match.
Who will win today’s NZ vs AFG 4th Match?
NZ has a more experienced and talented batting line-up, which makes them look like the more balanced side. Moreover, New Zealand has dominated Afghanistan in the last 10 matches.
Prediction: MyFinal11 expert is backing NZ 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.
