UAE vs AFG Match Preview

Prepare for an exciting match as the UAE takes on Afghanistan in the second T20I of Afghanistan’s tour of the UAE at the iconic Sharjah Cricket Stadium. This thrilling match kicks off a three-match T20I series in the UAE, with Afghanistan slightly leading the head-to-head battles between the two nations in T20Is. The UAE recently faced Nepal in the World Cup Qualifiers, where they were defeated by an eight-wicket margin. Key contributions came from Asif Khan, who displayed his prowess with a spectacular knock of 151 runs, ably supported by Vriitya Aravind’s 64 runs in a total of 134 runs for the loss of nine wickets in 20 overs. Afghanistan’s last T20I match against India in the Asian Games 2023 Final, on the other hand, was called off due to rain. Despite the weather disruption, Afghanistan managed to score 112 runs for the loss of 5 wickets in 18 overs.

UAE vs AFG Match Details

United Arab Emirates vs Afghanistan – 2nd T20I

Venue: Sharjah Cricket Stadium – Sharjah

Date & Time: 31st December 2023 at 07:30 PM IST 

Live Streaming: Disney+Hotstar app

UAE vs AFG Venue Stats

UAE vs AFG Pitch Report

On this wicket, the ball does not strike the bat with much speed. On this surface, a par score will be no higher than 170, which aids spinners.

UAE vs AFG Weather Report

We anticipate hot and humid conditions throughout the game. However, thunderstorms are possible throughout the competition.

UAE vs AFG Last Five Matches

UAE vs AFG Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

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

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UAE vs AFG Probable Playing XIs:

United Arab Emirates Probable Playing XIs

Waseem Muhammad (C), Sagar Kalyan, V Aravind (wk), Rahul Chopra, Samal Udawaththa, A Naseer, Aayan Afzal Khan, Basil Hameed, Muhammad Zuhaib, Muhammad Jawad Ullah, Raja Akifullah Khan

Afghanistan Probable Playing XIs

Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Hazratullah Zazai, Ibrahim Zadran, Hashmatullah Shahidi (C), Riaz Hussan, Mohammad Nabi, Gulbadin Naib, Qais Ahmad, Azmatullah Omarzai, Naveen-ul-Haq, Fazalhaq Farooqi

Topmost Picks for UAE vs AFG Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – United Arab Emirates 

• Waseem Muhammad – An integral part of the UAE’s batting unit, he boasts an impressive tally of 1549 runs in T20I matches, establishing himself as a reliable top-order batter.
• Aayan Afzal Khan – A dynamic all-rounder, Khan has notched up 129 runs with the bat while also displaying his prowess with the ball, scalping 17 vital wickets in T20I contests.

Top Picks – Afghanistan

• Rahmanullah Gurbaz – A formidable top-order batter, Gurbaz has accumulated 1043 runs in T20I matches, displaying his ability to anchor the innings.
• Azmatullah Omarzai – A promising all-rounder, Omarzai has contributed with both bat and ball, amassing 185 runs and claiming 11 vital wickets in T20I contests.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for UAE vs AFG Dream11 Team:

Rahmanullah Gurbaz(C), A Naseer, Ibrahim Zadran, Waseem Muhammad, V Aravind(VC), Azmatullah Omarzai, Naveen-ul-Haq, Basil Hameed, Aayan Afzal Khan, Muhammad Jawad Ullah

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for UAE vs AFG Dream11 Team:

Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Hazratullah Zazai, Ibrahim Zadran(VC), Waseem Muhammad, V Aravind, Azmatullah Omarzai(C), Qais Ahmad, Basil Hameed, Aayan Afzal Khan, Muhammad Jawad Ullah

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Azmatullah Omarzai, Rahmanullah Gurbaz

Vice-captain – Ibrahim Zadran, V Aravind

Wicketkeeper – Rahmanullah Gurbaz

UAE vs AFG Probable Winners:

So far, these two teams have played ten games against each other in this format, with Afghanistan winning eight and the UAE winning two. Another exciting game between these two teams is expected here. Afghanistan has won seven of the nine T20Is against the UAE. They have a much more experienced side and are expected to sweep the Arab side clean. Considering the team combination, Afghanistan is expected to win this match.