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AFG vs BAN 1st T20I statistical preview: Key stats, records and head-to-head ahead of the clash

Kaushik Kashyap

Afghanistan will take on Bangladesh. [Source - ACC]Afghanistan will take on Bangladesh. [Source - ACC]

Afghanistan and Bangladesh are set to kick off their three-match T20I series with the opening clash on Thursday, October 2. The first game gets underway at 8:30 PM IST, with the action unfolding at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium in UAE.

Afghanistan

Afghanistan last featured in the Asia Cup, where they exited in the group stage after failing to reach the Super Four. The setback led to several senior players being dropped. Now, a refreshed squad featuring promising youngsters brings renewed energy and ambition, as Afghanistan look to rebuild and re-establish themselves as a competitive force, eyeing the next mega event in India 2026.

Bangladesh

On the other side, Bangladesh will be without regular captain Litton Das, with wicketkeeper-batter Jaker Ali stepping in as skipper for the Afghanistan T20I series. The squad remains largely unchanged from the Asia Cup, retaining its core group. However, after a disappointing campaign, Bangladesh will be eager to improve their performance and gain momentum with a fresh start.

AFG vs BAN head to head overview

Afghanistan and Bangladesh have faced each other in 13 T20Is so far, with Afghanistan holding a slight edge in the head-to-head record. Afghanistan have won 7 of those encounters, while Bangladesh have emerged victorious in 6 matches with zero matches without any result.

Sharjah Cricket Stadium pitch report

Sharjah Cricket Stadium typically offers a slow, two-paced surface that aids bowlers as the game progresses, making shot-making increasingly difficult. Spinners and slower bowlers often thrive here. In 13 T20Is played at the venue this year, only 3 have been won by teams batting second, highlighting the challenge of chasing.

Afghanistan and Bangladesh probable playing XI

Afghanistan

Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Sediqullah Atal, Wafiullah Tarakhil, Ibrahim Zadran, Darwish Rasooli, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan (c), Noor Ahmad, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Bashir Ahmad.

Bangladesh

Saif Hassan, Tanzid Hasan, Parvez Hossain Emon, Towhid Hridoy, Shamim Hossain, Jaker Ali (wk & c), Nasum Ahmed, Mahedi Hasan, Rishad Hossain, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Shoriful Islam.

Top run-scorers in AFG vs BAN T20Is

We are considering only the players from the current squad.

Mohammad Nabi - 235 runs

Mohammad Nabi has been a key performer for Afghanistan against Bangladesh in T20Is, amassing 235 runs in 12 innings since 2014. The experienced all-rounder has struck two impressive half-centuries, providing stability and crucial contributions in the lower middle order for his team.

Rahmanullah Gurbaz - 145 runs

Next on the list is Rahmanullah Gurbaz, who has scored 145 runs against Bangladesh since his first appearance in this fixture in 2019. The aggressive opener has provided quick starts at the top, showcasing his attacking style and making valuable contributions to Afghanistan’s T20I innings.

Azmatullah Omarzai - 118 runs

Azmatullah Omarzai is a key figure in Afghanistan’s middle order, ranking third-highest in scoring chart in AFG vs BAN T20I fixtures with 118 runs in 5 innings. The dynamic batsman boasts an impressive strike-rate of 138.82, consistently delivering quickfire contributions for his team.

Top wicket-takers in AFG vs BAN T20Is

We are considering only the players present in the current squad.

Rashid Khan - 24 wickets

Rashid Khan dominates the AFG vs BAN T20I wicket charts, claiming 24 wickets in 12 matches. The leg-spinner has an exceptional average of 10.75 and strike-rate of 11.5, making him a constant game-changer in this fixture.

Mujeeb Ur Rahman - 13 wickets

Mujeeb Ur Rahman is another name from Afghanistan’s camp who is amongst the top wicket-takers against Bangladesh in T20Is. He has claimed 13 wickets in 9 matches at an excellent average of 14.15 and strike-rate of 16.1, making him a constant threat.

Azmatullah Omarzai - 9 wickets

Azmatullah Omarzai has thrived against Bangladesh in T20Is, claiming 9 wickets in 6 innings. The impactful all-rounder’s sharp bowling, with an average of 14.44 and strike-rate of 12, makes him a vital bowling option for Afghanistan.

AFG vs BAN key stats

Afghanistan's Key Records

  • Afghanistan has won three of their last five T20I games at Sharjah.
  • Ibrahim Zadran is the all-time highest runscorer in T20Is at Sharjah - 535 runs, 35.66 average, 112.86 strike-rate and 4 50s.
  • Nobody as more T20I wickets than Rashid Khan at Sharjah Cricket Stadium - 36 wickets, 11.36 average and 11.7 strike-rate.
  • Rahmanullah Gurbaz has been struggling in T20I this year - 8 innings, 19.37 average and 115.67 strike-rate.
  • Afghanistan top order (openers and no.3) have the lowest strike-rate among top 10 ranked teams in T20Is this year - 122.42 strike-rate, 26.34 average.
  • Fresh face Wafiullah Tarakhil made 298 runs at a strike-rate of 155.20 batting at number 3 in Shpageeza Cricket League 2025.
  • Azmatullah Omarzai has been striking at 171.62 with the bat in T20Is this year.

Bangladesh’s Key Records

  • Bangladesh have won only 1 of the 6 T20I matches they have played at Sharjah.
  • Bangladesh have won 3 of the last five T20I matches against Afghanistan.
  • Tanzid Hasan has been Bangladesh’s best T20I batter in 2025 - 460 runs, 28.75 average and 139.39 strike-rate.
  • Taskin Ahmed has by far the best bowler for Bangladesh in 2025 - 20 wickets, 14.5 average and 10.3 strike-rate.
  • Bangladesh batters have struggled against left-arm pacers in T20Is this year - 20 dismissals, 12.2 average and 111.4 strike-rate.
  • Nasum Ahmed loves bowling with the new ball (0-6 overs) against Afghanistan in T20Is - 7 wickets, 7.43 average and 10.29 strike-rate.
  • Shoriful Islam has enjoyed bowling in T20Is at Sharjah - 3 innings, 5 wickets, 15.60 average and 14.4 strike-rate.

Records which could be broken in AFG vs BAN 1st T20I

  • Parvez Hossain Emon is 49 runs away from completing 500 T20I runs.
  • Nurul Hasan needs 5 runs to complete 500 T20I runs.
  • Mohammad Saifuddin needs 3 wickets to complete 50 T20I wickets.
  • Ibrahim Zadran need one half century to overtake Rahmanullah Gurbaz for second highest T20I fifties for Afghanistan.
  • Azmatullah Omarzai need five boundaries to reach 100 T20 boundaries in his career.