Afghanistan vs Bangladesh | Cricket Match Prediction | 2nd ODI | Nov 09 – Can AFG win the series with one match in hand?

AFG vs BAN Match Analysis

On Saturday, November 9, 2024, at 4:00 PM BDT, Afghanistan and Bangladesh will play the second ODI of a three-match ODI series at Sharjah Cricket Stadium in Sharjah.

Afghanistan is on a strong run, winning 5 of their last 6 ODIs, highlighted by a series victory over South Africa at this venue in Sharjah. The 18-year-old off-break bowler Allah Ghaznafar took 6 wickets in the opening match against Bangladesh, leading his team to a commanding 92-run victory.

Bangladesh’s bowlers performed impressively by limiting the opposition to a low score, but the batters fell short. With experienced players in the top and middle order, a 92-run defeat in pursuit of a 236 target is below expectations for this team.

AFG vs BAN Team Preview & Squads

Afghanistan 

Afghanistan will be concerned as three of the top five batters failed to reach double digits, with opener Sediqullah Atal managing 21 off 30 balls, including 3 fours. Heading into this match, they will hope for a solid start from the top-order batters and some strong partnerships, allowing the reliable and experienced players in the middle order to build on that foundation and guide the team to a big total.

At number four, skipper Shahidi occupies a crucial position, followed by all-rounders Mohammad Nabi, Gulbadin Naib, and Azmatullah Omarzai. Another useful batter with a knack for pinch-hitting is Rashid Khan, who bats at number eight.

The bowling attack of AFG is very diverse. One to keep an eye on is Allah Ghazanfar’s ascent. He is a fantastic complement to a potent spin-bowling attack that includes Mohammad Nabi and Rashid Khan.

Afghanistan Squads

Afghanistan Squads

Rahmat Shah, Abdul Malik, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Rashid Khan, Noor Ahmad, Gulbadin Naib, Riaz Hassan, Mohammad Nabi, Darwish Rasooli, Ikram Alikhil, Azmatullah Omarzai, Nangeyalia Kharote, Bilal Sami, Fareed Ahmad, Hashmatullah Shahidi, Naveed Zadran, AM Ghazanfar, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, and Sediqullah Atal.

Bangladesh

Bangladesh will be disappointed following their heavy loss in the first ODI. This defeat came after three consecutive wins against Afghanistan and marks their second one-day series of 2024.

Only Shanto, the captain, lived up to the hype in the first match against Afghanistan, scoring 47 runs at number three. Soumya Sarkar and Tanzid Hasan are beginning the innings, while Liton Das is not in the team. Nearly all of the batters in this lineup have a lot of experience and have previously delivered powerful, huge blows. The two main middle-order hitters who need to settle into a rhythm are Towhid Hridoy and Mehidy Hasan Miraz. If they are back to their best, these two might tip the scales for BAN.

Mustafizur Rahman, who was quite effective in the previous game, will be a crucial bowler on this track. Other important pacers to keep an eye on in this bowling assault are Taskin Ahmed and Shoriful Islam.

Bangladesh Squads

Bangladesh Squads

Mahmudullah, Tanzid Hasan, Mushfiqur Rahim, Taskin Ahmed, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Rishad Hossain, Jaker Ali, Towhid Hridoy, Nasum Ahmed, Nahid Rana, Shoriful Islam, Soumya Sarkar, Zakir Hasan, Mustafizur Rahman, and Najmul Hossain Shanto.

Afghanistan vs Bangladesh outfield report

Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah

185 runs, is the highest total ever successfully pursued in ODIs at this location. In the last ten games played on this field, teams that bat first have won seven of them. Bowlers had the upper hand in the previous game therefore, we believe that both teams will be better off defending a total.

On the day of the match, Sharjah will see bright, sunny skies with a high of 32 degrees Celsius. We can anticipate a full 50-over-a-side match at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium, regardless of the weather.

In the past, spinners have benefited greatly from this bowling-friendly track. Furthermore, batting becomes considerably more challenging in the second innings.

Afghanistan vs Bangladesh Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches

In the last five games, Bangladesh has won three and Afghanistan won two.

Afghanistan vs Bangladesh Prediction

Cricket analysts predict Afghanistan has a 65% chance of winning.

Disclaimer: This cricket prediction is based on the author’s insights and analysis. Readers should consider the points discussed and draw their own conclusions.