T20 World Cup Super 8, BAN vs AFG | Playing 11 Prediction, Cricket Tips, Preview & Live Streaming

Bangladesh will be up against a spirited Afghanistan side [X]

In the clash of the Asian giants, Afghanistan and Bangladesh will lock horns in an all-important Super Eight fixture of the ongoing ICC Men's T20 World Cup at Arnos Vale Stadium, Saint Vincent, on June 25.

BAN vs AFG: Team Previews

Afghanistan

Afghanistan are riding a wave of confidence following their historic win against Australia, which has put Rashid Khan and his team in contention for a semi-final spot. 

Defeating Australia in any format is a significant achievement, but doing so in a must-win T20 World Cup clash has solidified Afghanistan's reputation as a formidable side on the global stage.

The victory was orchestrated by openers Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Ibrahim Zadran, who combined for a 118-run partnership, leading Afghanistan to a total of 148/6—a target too challenging for Australia. 

However, Afghanistan's middle-order remains a concern, as the bulk of the scoring has come from the openers, and the rest of the lineup tends to falter once they are dismissed. 

Against Australia, Afghanistan employed eight bowlers, a strategy they might replicate if conditions permit. Afghanistan must win this match and then rely on India defeating Australia in the last Super Eight match to advance.

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Bangladesh

Bangladesh only have a theoretical chance to qualify for the semi-finals as it requires a significant net run rate swing. Their performance against India was lacklustre, as they were thoroughly outplayed. 

The key to their success will be dismissing Afghanistan's openers early, which would give them control of the game. 

Tanzim Hasan Sakib has been a standout performer, and Bangladesh's bowling arsenal, both pace and spin, can dismantle any opposition. 

Like Afghanistan, their batting has been inconsistent. The openers have struggled, but skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto and Towhid Hridoy have been the mainstays, with Rishad Hossain showing flashes of brilliance with quickfire cameos. To topple Afghanistan, Bangladesh must bat sensibly and effectively.

BAN vs AFG: Match Details and Streaming

BAN vs AFG: St Vincent Pitch Report

This is a tacky pitch in St Vincent where slower balls from the pacers will trouble the batters, and the spinners will also have plenty to say. 

Both Bangladesh and Afghanistan have defended low scores at this venue, so expect the nature of the surface to be more or less similar, as those two were also evening matches. The team winning the toss will likely bat first, as even a score of 140-150 could be competitive.

BAN vs AFG: Probable XIs

Afghanistan: Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Ibrahim Zadran, Azmatullah Omarzai, Karim Janat, Rashid Khan (c), Mohammad Nabi, Gulbadin Naib, Nangeyalia Kharote, Noor Ahmad, Naveen-ul-Haq, Fazalhaq Farooqi

Bangladesh: Litton Das (wk), Tanzid Hasan, Najmul Hossain Shanto (c), Towhid Hridoy, Shakib Al Hasan, Mahmudullah, Rishad Hossain, Mahedi Hasan, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Mustafizur Rahman, Taskin Ahmed

BAN vs AFG: Fantoss Fantasy Tips

BAN vs AFG: Winners Prediction

It's going to be a tough game. Both teams will come hard at each other. Given the conditions, Afghanistan are well-equipped and have the winning momentum to outclass the Bangla Tigers.

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