AFG vs ENG Match Preview

One of the best aspects of the ICC Champions Trophy is the fact that teams aren't forced to wait long for their next match, but lose two in a row and you are more than likely to be sent home! That will be on the minds of both Afghanistan and England players ahead of this match, following their defeats by South Africa and Australia on Friday and Saturday, respectively. Although both lost, Afghanistan was the least competitive, appearing to be on the verge of defeat from the finish of the first over, whereas England managed to score 350 in the first innings but still saw Australia win with 15 balls remaining.

AFG vs ENG Match Details 

Afghanistan vs England – 8th Match, Champions Trophy 2025

Venue: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

Date & Time: 26th February 2025 at 02:30 PM IST 

Live Streaming: Disney+Hotstar

AFG vs ENG Venue Stats

AFG vs ENG Pitch Report

The Gaddafi Stadium at Lahore should offer a batting-friendly surface due to its consistent pace and bounce. Fast bowlers may benefit from the new ball early in the game before the spinners enter the picture. 

AFG vs ENG Weather Report

The weather will likely be partly cloudy during the day. Temperatures will approach 30 degrees Celsius, with a fair amount of humidity. There is a 5% chance of rainfall on matchday.

AFG vs ENG Last Five Matches

AFG vs ENG Head-to-Head Stats

Afghanistan vs England Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

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AFG vs ENG Probable Playing XIs:

England Probable Playing XIs

Phil Salt, Ben Duckett, Jamie Smith (wk), Joe Root, Harry Brook, Jos Buttler (c), Liam Livingstone, Jamie Overton, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, Mark Wood

Afghanistan Probable Playing XIs

Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Ibrahim Zadran, Sediqullah Atal, Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi (c), Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Gulbadin Naib, Rashid Khan, Noor Ahmad, Fazalhaq Farooqi

Topmost Picks for AFG vs ENG Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Afghanistan

• Rahmanullah Gurbaz – Afghanistan's wicketkeeper-batsman, Rahmanullah Gurbaz struggled against South Africa, losing the wicket to Lungi Ngidi after only 10 runs.
• Rashid Khan – Rashid Khan, with 15 wickets in 7 matches, has been the Afghans' best bowler during that time.

Top Picks – England

• Ben Duckett – Ben Duckett, maintained his good form with a 165-run knock against the mighty Australians in the first match, remaining at the crease until the 48th over after opening the innings.
• Adil Rashid – He took one wicket and could have had another if Archer hadn't dropped a catch, giving Alex Carey a lifeline.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for Afghanistan vs England Dream11 Team:

Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Jos Buttler, Rahmat Shah, Ben Duckett, Joe Root(C), Liam Livingstone, Azmatullah Omarzai(VC), Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for Afghanistan vs England Dream11 Team:

Rahmanullah Gurbaz(VC), Jos Buttler, Phil Salt, Rahmat Shah, Ben Duckett(C), Joe Root, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Ben Duckett, Joe Root

Vice-captain – Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Azmatullah Omarzai

Wicketkeeper – Rahmanullah Gurbaz

AFG vs ENG Probable Winners:

Brydon Carse was England's most costly bowler on Saturday, so they can choose a more cost-effective member of the attack in this match. That could be a blessing in disguise, and while we don't expect a dominant victory, we predict England will win on Wednesday. Considering the team combination, England is expected to win this match.