The 8th match of the Afghanistan T20 Cup 2026 will see Speen Ghar Region face Mis Ainak Region at the Kunduz Cricket Stadium on May 5. Mis Ainak Region has started the tournament in a better way, winning 2 out of their 3 matches and collecting 4 points, which places them in a stronger position on the points table.
SG vs MA Dream11 Prediction: Dream11 Team Today, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update - Afghanistan T20 Cup 2026, Match 8

On the other hand, Speen Ghar Region has struggled so far. They have played 2 matches but are yet to win a game, with 0 points and a lower net run rate. Their batting has been a concern, as they were earlier bowled out for a low total, which affected their performance.
With Mis Ainak Region having more wins, better points, and stronger overall form, they will go into this match as favorites. However, Speen Ghar Region will look to improve their performance and register their first win of the tournament. Khalid Taniwal and Kiramatullah are in great form, scoring 96 and 87 runs respectively. Both are safe captaincy choices for the SG vs MA Dream11 team prediction.
Speen Ghar Region vs Mis Ainak Region Match Details
| Tournament | Afghanistan T20 Cup 2026 |
|---|---|
| Match | Speen Ghar Region vs Mis Ainak Region, Match 8 |
| Toss | To be updated |
| Venue | Kunduz Cricket Stadium |
| City | Kunduz |
| Match Start Time | 03:00 PM IST, 5th May 2026 |
| Scorecard | SG vs MA Scorecard |
| Live Streaming | FanCode |
SG vs MA Dream11 Team Today Stats
- Mis Ainak Region captain Ijaz Ahmadzai led from the front in the last match against Band-e-Amir Region, scoring 83 runs off 40 balls.
- Zubaid Akbari has been the standout performer for Speen Ghar Region, scoring 60 runs at a strike rate of 133.33 in the previous game.
- Abdullah was the pick of the bowlers for Mis Ainak Region, taking 3 wickets for just 38 runs in his 4-over spell.
- Aqil Khan bowled beautifully for Speen Ghar Region, claiming 2 wickets while maintaining an economy of 6.66.
| Player | Team | Player’s Stats (Last Match) |
|---|---|---|
| Ijaz Ahmadzai | Mis Ainak Region | 83 Runs |
| Abdullah | Mis Ainak Region | 3 Wickets |
| Zubaid Akbari | Speen Ghar Region | 60 Runs |
| Aqil Khan | Speen Ghar Region | 2 Wickets |
SG vs MA Toss Prediction
Teams batting second have enjoyed significant success at this venue during the tournament. The trend suggests that the surface becomes slightly better for batting under lights or as the match progresses. Therefore, Ijaz Ahmadzai, the captain of Mis Ainak Region, is likely to win the toss and choose to bowl first in this SG vs MA Dream11 prediction.
Record of Chasing Teams at Kunduz Cricket Stadium
The chasing record at Kunduz Cricket Stadium, one of the smallest cricket stadiums in the world, remains strong in the Afghanistan T20 Cup 2026. Bowlers often find assistance early in the first innings, making the initial overs difficult for the side batting first.
| Chasing Record | Winning % |
|---|---|
| Average | 56% |
SG vs MA Playing 11 (Probable)
| Speen Ghar Region Playing XI | Mis Ainak Region Playing XI |
|---|---|
| Mobin Bakhtyar | Asghar Atal |
| Zubaid Akbari (c) | Ziauddin Sharifi |
| Imran Mazari | Mahboob Khan (WK) |
| Shawkat Zaman | Ijaz Ahmad Ahmadzai (c) |
| Akbar Musazai | Emal |
| Nazifullah Amiri | Keramatullah |
| Khano Khpalwak | Abdullah |
| Khatir Stanikzai | Rahman Zurmatia |
| Roohullah Arab | Nasim Mangal |
| Aqil Khan | Nijat Masood |
| Faridoon Dawoodzai | Wahidullah Zadran |
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SG vs MA Top Run Scorers & Leading Wicket Takers
Khalid Taniwal and Zubaid Akbari are the primary run-getters for their teams. Taniwal has shown great temperament at the top, while Akbari has been aggressive for SG. In the bowling department, Abdullah and Aqil Khan have consistently provided breakthroughs.
| Top Run Scorers | Khalid Taniwal and Zubaid Akbari |
|---|---|
| Leading Wicket Takers | Abdullah and Aqil Khan |
SG vs MA Captain & Vice Captain Choices
Zubaid Akbari and Ijaz Ahmadzai are excellent captaincy candidates due to their all-round abilities. For vice-captaincy, Khalid Taniwal and Faridoon Dawoodzai offer reliable points potential.
| Captain | Zubaid Akbari and Ijaz Ahmadzai |
|---|---|
| Vice-Captain | Khalid Taniwal and Faridoon Dawoodzai |
Top Picks for SG vs MA Dream11 Prediction
| Player | Team | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Khalid Taniwal | MA | Batsman |
| Aqil Khan | SG | Bowler |
Budget Picks for SG vs MA Dream11 Prediction
| Player | Team | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Emal Shaheen | MA | Batsman |
| Faridoon Dawoodzai | SG | Bowler |
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Best Team for Dream11 Today's Match
- Keeper: M Ishaq (c), M Taskin
- Batters: Keramatullah (vc), K Taniwal, S Zaman, W Tarakhail
- All-rounders: Z Akbari, M Younus
- Bowlers: N Masood, A Khan, A Mohammadi

Best Dream11 Team Today
- Keeper: M Ishaq, M Taskin
- Batters: Keramatullah, K Taniwal(c), S Zaman, W Tarakhail
- All-rounders: Z Akbari (vc)
- Bowlers: N Masood, A Khan, F Dawoodzai

Note: Sportsdunia has prepared a fantasy team for SG vs MA match based on their experience in fantasy cricket.
SG vs MA Dream11 Prediction Today (8th Match) Afghanistan T20 Cup 2026 Players to Avoid
- Akbar Musazai struggled in the previous outing, scoring only 7 runs, and has found it difficult to maintain a high strike rate in the middle order.
- Nasim Mangal went wicketless in his last game while conceding runs at a high economy rate, making him a risky selection for this SG vs MA Dream11 prediction today match.
| Player | Dream11 Credits |
|---|---|
| Akbar Musazai | 7.5 |
| Nasim Mangal | 7.5 |
SG vs MA Weather & Pitch Report at Kunduz Cricket Stadium
- The weather in Kunduz is expected to be clear and hot, which may cause the pitch to dry out and slow down as the match progresses.
- At the Kunduz Cricket Stadium, the surface offers assistance to seamers early on, but it becomes more balanced for batters once they adjust to the pace.
| Temperature | 32°C |
|---|---|
| Weather Forecast | Sunny |
| Pitch Behaviour | Balanced |
| Best Suited To | Pacers & Technical Batters |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 156 runs |
SG vs MA H2H Records
Historically, these two regions have shared a competitive rivalry. In their most recent encounters in this tournament format, both sides have managed to secure a victory against each other.
| Team | Matches Won |
|---|---|
| Speen Ghar Region (SG) | 1 |
| Mis Ainak Region (MA) | 1 |
| No Result | 0 |
Disclaimer: This team is based on the analysis, calculated odds, and 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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