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Afghanistan vs Zimbabwe, TNS UAE 2026, Today Match Prediction
AFG vs ZIM Win Probability
Toss Winner - Zimbabwe won the toss and choose to bat first
Afghanistan beat Zimbabwe by 7 wickets
Afghanistan eye unbeaten title glory
- Ibrahim Zadran has scored 124 runs in 2 matches for Afghanistan in the UAE ODI Tri-Series 2026.
- Craig Ervine has scored 93 runs in one match for Zimbabwe in the series.
- Rashid Khan has taken 8 wickets in 2 matches for Afghanistan so far.
Afghanistan to win the match.
| Tournament: | ODI Tri-Nation Series in UAE, 2026 |
| Format: | odi |
| Venue: | Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates |
| Toss Prediction: | To Bat |
| Weather: | 37.3°C|Sunny |
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AFG vs ZIM Match Prediction & Analysis
Afghanistan and Zimbabwe will meet in the final of the UAE ODI Tri-Series 2026-27 at Sharjah Cricket Association Stadium on Friday, October 23.
Afghanistan have remained unbeaten in the series, winning both their matches, while Zimbabwe have won one and lost one. In their last five matches overall, Afghanistan have recorded five consecutive wins, whereas Zimbabwe have managed just one victory and suffered four defeats.
Afghanistan head into the final after beating Bangladesh by seven wickets in their latest match. Zimbabwe, meanwhile, will look to bounce back after losing to Afghanistan by 158 runs in their most recent meeting on October 19.
Afghanistan have dominated the recent head-to-head record, winning all four completed matches among the last five listed encounters, with one ending in no result. Their latest victory over Zimbabwe will give them added confidence heading into the title clash.
Afghanistan will aim to extend their unbeaten run and lift the trophy, while Zimbabwe will need a stronger all-round performance to challenge them in the final.
RECENT PERFORMANCE
AFG
W
W
W
W
W
AFG
161/3 in 35.3 4.54
TNS UAE 2026
Afghanistan beat Bangladesh by 7 wickets160/10 in 41.2 3.87
206/10 in 46.3 4.43
IRE vs AFG 2026
Afghanistan beat Ireland by 3 wickets207/7 in 44.5 4.62
ZIM
L
W
L
L
L
ZIM
HEAD TO HEAD
Last 4 Matches
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TEAMS PREVIEW
Afghanistan Preview
Afghanistan head into the UAE ODI Tri-Series final after defeating Bangladesh by seven wickets. Chasing a target of 161 runs, Afghanistan reached 161/3 in 35.3 overs to secure a comfortable victory and maintain their unbeaten record in the series.
With the bat, Rahmat Shah scored an unbeaten 67 off 90 balls, while Hashmatullah Shahidi contributed an unbeaten 36 off 54 deliveries. Ibrahim Zadran also added 34 runs off 48 balls, helping Afghanistan complete the chase with little difficulty.
With the ball, Rashid Khan led the attack with four wickets, conceding 31 runs in 8.2 overs. Azmatullah Omarzai and Yamin Ahmadzai picked up two wickets each, while Bilal Sami and Mohammad Nabi claimed one wicket apiece. Their collective effort restricted Bangladesh to 160 runs.
Afghanistan will aim to carry their unbeaten run into the final against Zimbabwe. Their recent performances have highlighted a balanced combination of reliable batting, experienced spin options and effective pace bowling, giving them confidence ahead of the important clash.
Key Players: Rahmat Shah, Rashid Khan, Ibrahim Zadran
Afghanistan Predicted Playing XI:
Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Ibrahim Zadran, Sediqullah Atal, Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan, AM Ghazanfar, Bilal Sami, Yamin Ahmadzai
Afghanistan Key Players From Previous Game Of ODI Tri-Nation Series in UAE, 2026
Afghanistan Actual Playing XI:
Fazalhaq Farooqi, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Ibrahim Zadran, Sediqullah Atal, Rahmat Shah, Azmatullah Omarzai, Hashmatullah Shahidi, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan, Allah Ghazanfar, Bilal Sami
Zimbabwe Preview
Zimbabwe head into the UAE ODI Tri-Series final after suffering a 158-run defeat against Afghanistan in their latest match. Chasing a target of 295, Zimbabwe were bowled out for 136 in 38.4 overs and will need a stronger performance to challenge Afghanistan in the title clash.
With the bat, Sikandar Raza top-scored with 48 off 80 balls, while Brian Bennett contributed 31 off 40 deliveries. Ryan Burl also scored 31 runs, but Zimbabwe struggled to build partnerships as wickets fell at regular intervals during the chase.
With the ball, Brad Evans was Zimbabwe's most economical bowler among those who took multiple wickets, claiming three wickets for 48 runs in 10 overs. Ernest Masuku also picked up three wickets, while Blessing Muzarabani took two. However, Zimbabwe were unable to contain Afghanistan's batting lineup from posting a challenging total.
Zimbabwe will look to put their previous defeat behind them and produce a more disciplined performance in the final. Their batting lineup needs greater consistency, while the bowlers will have to make better use of key moments to prevent Afghanistan from controlling the game.
Key Players: Sikandar Raza, Brian Bennett, Brad Evans
Zimbabwe Predicted Playing XI:
Brian Bennett, Ben Curran, Tafadzwa Tsiga, Brendan Taylor, Sikandar Raza, Ryan Burl, Wessly Madhevere, Brad Evans, Wellington Masakadza, Ernest Masuku, Blessing Muzarabani
Zimbabwe Key Players From Previous Game Of ODI Tri-Nation Series in UAE, 2026
Zimbabwe Actual Playing XI:
Newman Nyamhuri, Brian Bennett, Tafadzwa Tsiga, Brendan Taylor, Sikandar Raza, Wesley Madhevere, Ryan Burl, Brad Evans, Wellington Masakadza, Blessing Muzarabani, Tadiwanashe Marumani
PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS
Weather Conditions
Sharjah is forecast to have sunny conditions on Friday, with temperatures reaching 34°C. The chance of precipitation is 0%, while humidity is expected to be around 55% and winds around 21 km/h. The hot, dry weather should provide favourable conditions for a full match without rain interruptions.
AFG vs ZIM Pitch Report
Pitch Condition
BalancedBatting Conditions
Moderate ScoringPace Bowling
Pace BounceSpin Bowling
Average Turn
Sharjah Cricket Association Stadium has an average first-innings score of 229 across 63 matches, making it a moderate-scoring venue. Spinners have taken 82 wickets compared to 61 by pacers in the last 10 matches, indicating that spin could be more effective on this surface. Batters will need to build partnerships patiently, particularly through the middle overs, where spinners could prove influential.
Score Prediction
If Afghanistan bat first: 240-260 runs
If Zimbabwe bat first: 210-230 runs
Toss: To Bat
Teams batting first and bowling first have each won 49% of the 63 matches at this venue, so the toss record offers no clear advantage. However, the average first-innings score of 229 is higher than the second-innings average of 193, suggesting that chasing can become challenging. Hence, the toss-winning captain is likely to bat first.
Toss Prediction: Afghanistan to win the toss.
AFG vs ZIM
Winning Prediction
Afghanistan enter the final unbeaten in the tri-series, having won both of their matches, while Zimbabwe have recorded one win and one defeat. Afghanistan have also beaten Zimbabwe by 158 runs in their previous meeting, demonstrating their strength across both batting and bowling.
Their latest seven-wicket win over Bangladesh further underlined their ability to chase targets comfortably. Zimbabwe will need a more consistent batting effort and greater control with the ball to challenge them. Afghanistan's stronger recent form, balanced squad and confidence from their earlier win make them favourites to lift the title.
Afghanistan to win the match.
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