🏏 Match Prediction
The 9th match of the Asia Cup 2025 sees Bangladesh (BAN) take on Afghanistan (AFG) at the Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi. Check pitch report, probable XIs, key players, and winning chances in our BAN vs AFG Asia Cup 2025 match prediction.
Bangladesh, under the captaincy of Litton Das, come into this clash with a mix of young batting firepower and experienced bowlers. Top-order names like Tanzid Hasan and Towhid Hridoy provide aggression, while Mustafizur Rahman and Taskin Ahmed bring depth to the pace attack. Shakib’s absence puts more responsibility on the younger all-rounders like Mahedi Hasan.
Afghanistan, led by Rashid Khan, rely on their dynamic openers Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Ibrahim Zadran to give them a solid start. Their spin-heavy attack, featuring Rashid, Noor Ahmad, and Nabi, makes them a dangerous side on UAE pitches. Azmatullah Omarzai’s explosive batting form adds an extra edge.
📌 If Bangladesh Bat First
- Expected Total: 150–165 (T20 format)
- Key Batters: Litton Das, Towhid Hridoy
- Key Afghanistan Bowlers: Fazalhaq Farooqi (new ball), Rashid Khan (middle overs)
- Strategic Insight: Bangladesh’s top order must survive Rashid Khan’s spin test in the middle overs. If Litton anchors the innings, BAN can post 160+.
📌 If Afghanistan Bat First
- Expected Total: 155–170
- Key Batters: Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Azmatullah Omarzai
- Key Bangladesh Bowlers: Taskin Ahmed (powerplay), Mustafizur Rahman (death overs)
- Strategic Insight: Afghanistan’s openers need to counter Bangladesh’s pace early. A 160+ score could put Bangladesh under serious pressure.
🎯 Winning Probability – Asia Cup 2025 Prediction
- Bangladesh (BAN): 54%
- Afghanistan (AFG): 46%
👉 According to our BAN vs AFG Asia Cup 2025 prediction, Bangladesh start as slight favorites due to their experienced pace attack and batting depth. However, Afghanistan’s explosive batting and world-class spinners make them equally capable of pulling off an upset in Abu Dhabi.
