Bangladesh and Afghanistan on Tuesday, September 16 at the Sheikh Zayed stadium in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday, September 16 at the Sheikh Zayed stadium in Abu Dhabi.
For Bangladesh, the equation is simple – to win or go home. The Tigers launched their campaign with a victory over Hong Kong, but encountered a heavy defeat against Sri Lanka, which also moved their clean run to -0.650.
Even Tuesday’s victory is not guaranteed by Bangladesh in the next round. If the Tigers defeated Afghanistan and Afghanistan later defeat Sri Lanka 18 September, all three teams would end up four points and a net running rate would decide to qualify.
Bangladesh will be happy to improve how bowling that lacked bite, and their tabs of the highest order that failed against Sri Lanka. They can also try to bring back Taskin Ahmed and give Saif Hassan the opportunity instead of Towhid Hidoy.
Can Afghanistan qualify for Super 4?
Afghanistan returns to action after a seven -day break after the Asia Cup 2025 campaign started with the commanding 94-Run victory over Hong Kong in Abu Dhabi. The layout gave them time to recharge, although it can also disrupt their dynamics.
Afghans will want to avoid abandoning their qualification fate for the match of the final group against Sri Lanka, who currently at the peak of consecutive victories over Bangladesh and Hong Kong. The victory over Bangladesh would not only close the place of Afghanistan in Super 4, but also took them to the top of the group ranking.
Sediqullah Atal and Azmatullah Omarzai were amazed by a bat against Hong Kong, while Ibrahim Zadran and Rahmanullah Gurbaz will look for stronger performances. They are expected to play their running attack, a proven power, play a decisive role in this conflict and in a super 4 phase ahead.
Bangladesh vs Afghanistan: Report on the pitch
Pitch Abu Dhabi offered a fair competition, while the doughs and pitchers found opportunities. However, with the progress of the match, the batting is easier, which will take precedence after winning in throwing.
Bangladesh vs Afghanistan: Match details
Bangladesh and Afghanistan will play at the Sheikh Zayed stadium in Abu Dhabi. The match starts at 8 pm.
Bangladesh vs Afghanistan: Livestreaming
The tournament will live in the Sonyliv application. The matches will also be broadcast on Sony Sports Network.
Bangladesh vs Afghanistan: Probably playing Xis
Bangladesh likely to play XI
Parvez Hossain Emon, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Litton Das (C & WK), Saif Hassan/Towhid Hidoy, Shamim Hossain, Jake Ali, Mahedi Hasan, Rishahahad Hossain, Tanzim Hasan Saakib, Taskin Ahmed Mustafizur Rahman
Afghanistan likely to play XI
Rahmanullah Gurbaz (WK), Sediqullah Atal, Ibrahim Zadran, Gulbadin Naib, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Prophet, Karim Janat, Rashid Khan (C), Noor Ahmad, AM Ghazanfar, Fazalhaqaqi
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Published:
Sabyasachi Chowdhury
Published on:
September 16, 2025
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