Afghanistan will face Zimbabwe in the second match of the ODI Tri-Nation Series in the UAE on October 19 at Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi. Zimbabwe are coming into this match after a big 99-run win over Bangladesh in the opening game, with Craig Ervine scoring 93 runs.
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AFG vs ZIM Dream11 Prediction: Dream11 Team Today, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update - 2nd Match, UAE ODI Tri-Series 2026

On the other hand, Afghanistan also have good momentum after winning their ODI series against Ireland 4-0 and drawing a tough Test match against Bangladesh. They will also welcome back key players like Rashid Khan and Ibrahim Zadran. As per our AFG vs ZIM Dream11 prediction today match, both sides will look to win this match and strengthen their chances of reaching the final.
Afghanistan vs Zimbabwe Match Details
| Series | ODI Tri-Nation Series in UAE 2026 |
|---|---|
| Match | AFG vs ZIM, 2nd Match |
| Toss | To be updated at match time |
| Venue | Sheikh Zayed Stadium |
| City | Abu Dhabi, UAE |
| Match Start Time | 5:00 PM IST, October 19, 2026 |
| Live Streaming | FanCode |
| Match Scorecard | AFG vs ZIM 2nd Match Scorecard |
AFG vs ZIM Dream11 Team Today Stats
| Player | Team | Recent Stats |
|---|---|---|
| Ibrahim Zadran | Afghanistan | 454 Runs in 10 Matches |
| Craig Ervine | Zimbabwe | 93 Runs in the Last Match |
| Rashid Khan | Afghanistan | 27 Wickets in 9 Matches |
| Brad Evans | Zimbabwe | 4 Wickets in the Last Match |
AFG vs ZIM Toss Prediction
Teams batting first have won seven of the last eight ODIs played at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium. This record suggests that setting a target could be a useful strategy. As per our AFG vs ZIM toss prediction, Afghanistan captain Rahmat Shah may prefer to bat first after winning the toss and look to put pressure on Zimbabwe with a competitive total.
Record of Chasing Teams at Zayed Cricket Stadium
The Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi favours teams batting first. Seven of the last eight ODIs at the stadium were won by teams batting first. This gives the toss-winning captain a reason to consider setting a target.
| Chasing Record | Winning % |
|---|---|
| Poor | 12.5% |
AFG vs ZIM Playing 11 (Probable)
| Afghanistan Playing XI | Zimbabwe Playing XI |
|---|---|
| Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk) | Brian Bennett |
| Ibrahim Zadran | Ben Curran |
| Sediqullah Atal | Tafadzwa Tsiga |
| Rahmat Shah (c) | Brendan Taylor (wk) |
| Hashmatullah Shahidi | Craig Ervine |
| Azmatullah Omarzai | Sikandar Raza (c) |
| Mohammad Nabi | Wessly Madhevere |
| Rashid Khan | Brad Evans |
| Allah Ghazanfar | Wellington Masakadza |
| Fazalhaq Farooqi | Newman Nyamhuri |
| Yamin Ahmadzai | Blessing Muzarabani |
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AFG vs ZIM Top Run Scorers & Leading Wicket Takers
| Top Run Scorers | Ibrahim Zadran and Craig Ervine |
|---|---|
| Leading Wicket Takers | Rashid Khan and Brad Evans |
AFG vs ZIM Captain & Vice-Captain Choices
- For the AFG vs ZIM Dream11 team prediction, Sikandar Raza could be considered for captaincy because of his all-round ability. He can contribute with both bat and ball and also leads Zimbabwe.
- Rashid Khan is another strong fantasy option as he is one of the best bowlers in the world. Ibrahim Zadran could be considered for vice-captaincy because of his batting record, while Craig Ervine will look to continue his good form after scoring 93 runs in the previous match.
| Captain | Sikandar Raza, Rashid Khan |
|---|---|
| Vice-Captain | Ibrahim Zadran, Craig Ervine |
Top Picks for AFG vs ZIM Dream11 Prediction
| Player | Team | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Rashid Khan | Afghanistan | Bowler |
| Sikandar Raza | Zimbabwe | All-rounder |
Budget Picks for AFG vs ZIM Dream11 Prediction
| Player | Team | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Yamin Ahmadzai | Afghanistan | Bowler |
| Newman Nyamhuri | Zimbabwe | Bowler |
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Best Team for Dream11 Today's Match
- Keepers: Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Brendan Taylor
- Batters: Ibrahim Zadran (VC), Craig Ervine, Sediqullah Atal
- All-rounders: Sikandar Raza (C), Mohammad Nabi, Azmatullah Omarzai, Brad Evans
- Bowlers: Rashid Khan, Blessing Muzarabani

Best Dream11 Team Today
- Keeper: Brendan Taylor
- Batters: Ibrahim Zadran, Craig Ervine (VC), Sediqullah Atal
- All-rounders: Sikandar Raza, Mohammad Nabi, Azmatullah Omarzai, Brad Evans
- Bowlers: Rashid Khan (C), Blessing Muzarabani, Y Ahmadzai

Note: Sportsdunia has prepared a fantasy team for the AFG vs ZIM match based on their experience in fantasy cricket.
AFG vs ZIM Dream11 Prediction Today (2nd Match) UAE ODI Tri-Series 2026 Players to Avoid
As per our AFG vs ZIM Dream11 team prediction, Allah Ghazanfar and Wessly Madhevere have not performed recently, so they can be avoided for fantasy picks.
| Player | Dream11 Credits |
|---|---|
| AM Ghazanfar | 8.5 Cr |
| Wessly Madhevere | 7.5 Cr |
AFG vs ZIM Weather & Pitch Report at Sheikh Zayed Stadium
- The weather in Abu Dhabi is expected to be hot and humid. The Sheikh Zayed Stadium pitch offers opportunities for both batters and bowlers. Fast bowlers may find some movement early in the innings, while spinners could get slow turn as the match progresses.
- Zimbabwe's opening match suggested that the surface offers reasonable batting conditions. Afghanistan will look to use Rashid Khan, Mohammad Nabi and Allah Ghazanfar to put pressure on Zimbabwe's middle order.
| Temperature | 35°C |
|---|---|
| Weather Forecast | Hot and humid, as per the supplied match preview |
| Pitch Behaviour | Balanced, with some assistance for pace and spin |
| Best Suited To | Batters who settle in, pacers early and spinners through the middle overs |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 251 |
AFG vs ZIM H2H Records
In ODI cricket, Afghanistan have the upper hand over Zimbabwe. The two teams have played 31 ODI matches, with Afghanistan winning 20 and Zimbabwe winning 10. One match ended without a result.
| Team | Matches Won |
|---|---|
| Afghanistan | 20 |
| Zimbabwe | 10 |
| No Result | 1 |
Disclaimer: This team is based on the analysis, calculated odds, and past experience of the author. While selecting your team, consider the analysis only as supporting data while making your own decision. Sportsdunia does not work with insider news and will not be responsible for any monetary loss to the users following the analysis.
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