“The Match of Underdogs”, Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Playing XI, Head-to-Head Records, Pitch Report, Prediction | Asia Cup 2025 BAN vs AFG

Bangladesh will be playing their last match of the Asia Cup 2025 Group Stage against Afghanistan on September 16, 2025, at Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium in Abu Dhabi. The match between both teams will start at 8:00 PM (IST) and 6:30 PM (Local Time). This is going to be a must win game for Bangladesh to remain in the qualification scenarios for Super 4.

The Afghanistan National Cricket Team has been playing excellent cricket in the past few years, they won their first match of the Asia Cup 2025 against Hong Kong by a massive 94 runs margin. Afghanistan will be looking to win this crucial match to compete for the top spot in Group B of the Asia Cup 2025.

Bangladesh has played two matches so far in this tournament, and out of which, they have won only one game; hence, they need to win this match against Afghanistan. But the recent form of Bangladesh isn’t good in international cricket, and they are also not playing T20 cricket regularly.

Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Match Details:

Date: September 16, 2025

Venue: Sheikh Zayed International Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi

Time: 8:00 PM (IST) / 6:30 PM (Local)

Format: T20

Live Streaming Details: Sony Sports Network and Sony LIV app (India), PTV Sports (Pakistan), Willow TV (UK).

Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Head-to-Head Records in T20Is:

Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Probable Palying XI:

Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium Pitch Report:

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The Pitch of Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium is usually known for its balanced wicket and high-scoring matches. However, the surface may look a little greenish, but it is only helpful for the Pacers in starting a few overs.  Spinners will not be as effective as we see in Dubai, but they can get a couple of wickets.

Who will win the Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Asia Cup 2025 Match?

If we compare the squad of both teams, then Bangladesh looks more sorted and they have a balanced side, but their form is concerning. However, Afghanistan also have a good batting and bowling unit, but the batting department is depended on only a few batters like Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, and Mohammad Nabi.

So, Afghanistan is going to win the match against Bangladesh based on their recent form.

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