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ZIM vs AFG statistical preview: Key stats, records and head-to-head ahead of 2nd T20I

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ZIM vs AFG 2nd T20I preview [Source: @ZimCricketv/x.com]ZIM vs AFG 2nd T20I preview [Source: @ZimCricketv/x.com]

Zimbabwe are all set to face Afghanistan in the second T20I of the three-match series at the Harare Sports Club on Friday, October 31. The ZIM vs AFG 2nd T20I will begin at 5:00 PM IST.

Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe had a rough start to the series as they lost the first T20I by 53 runs. After being asked to bowl first, they conceded 180/6. Skipper Sikandar Raza was the standout with the ball, picking up 3 wickets for just 20 runs in his 4 overs but the rest of the bowling unit: Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani, Brad Evans, Tinotenda Maposa, and Ryan Burl, all went for runs.

Chasing 181, Zimbabwe struggled right from the start as Tadiwanashe Marumani, Brendan Taylor and Burl were dismissed for ducks while Raza managed just 1. Brian Bennett scored a quickfire 24 off 15 balls while Maposa (32) and Evans (24) showed some fight but Zimbabwe eventually folded for 127 in 16.1 overs. The hosts will be desperate for a collective effort from both departments to stay alive in the series.

Afghanistan

Afghanistan started the series on a high, posting 180/6 after opting to bat first. Openers Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Ibrahim Zadran gave them a flying start with a 76-run stand before the former fell for 39. Zadran anchored the innings with a 33-ball 52 while handy cameos from Sediqullah Atal, Azmatullah Omarzai and Shahidullah powered Afghanistan to a strong total.

With the ball, Mujeeb Ur Rahman was the wrecker-in-chief, taking 4/20 in his 3 overs while Omarzai chipped in with 3/29 and Abdullah Ahmadzai grabbed 2 wickets. Afghanistan will look to build on that all-round performance and clinch the series with one game to spare.

ZIM vs AFG head-to-head overview in T20Is

Zimbabwe and Afghanistan have faced each other in 19 T20Is, with Afghanistan dominating the rivalry. The Afghans have won 17 matches, while Zimbabwe have managed only two victories.

Harare Sports Club pitch report

The surface at Harare Sports Club usually offers a balanced contest between bat and ball. Early on, seamers can get good bounce and movement but the pitch tends to slow down as the game progresses, assisting bowlers who use variations. Spin doesn’t play a big role here but slower deliveries often prove effective. The last match saw good batting conditions early, so the captain winning the toss is likely to bat first.

Zimbabwe and Afghanistan’s probable playing XI

Zimbabwe

Tadiwanashe Marumani (wk), Brian Bennett, Brendan Taylor (wk), Sikandar Raza (c), Ryan Burl, Tashinga Musekiwa, Tony Munyonga, Brad Evans, Blessing Muzarabani, Richard Ngarava, Tinotenda Maposa

Afghanistan

Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Ibrahim Zadran, Sediqullah Atal, Darwish Rasooli, Azmatullah Omarzai, Shahidullah, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan (c), Fareed Ahmad, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Abdullah Ahmadzai

Top run scorers in ZIM vs AFG T20Is

We are considering only the players from the current squad.

Mohammad Nabi: 485 Runs

The experienced all-rounder has scored 485 runs in 19 T20Is against Zimbabwe at an average of 34.64 and a strike rate of 156.95, including one fifty. His ability to accelerate in the middle overs and finish games remains key for Afghanistan.

Sikandar Raza: 371 Runs

Zimbabwe captain, Sikandar Raza, has compiled 371 runs in 17 T20Is against the Afghans at 23.18 average and 133.45 strike rate with a highest score of 59. His dual role as a middle-order batter and wicket-taking spinner makes him Zimbabwe’s most valuable player.

Rahmanullah Gurbaz: 317 Runs

The wicketkeeper-batter has scored 317 runs in 11 T20Is against the Chevrons at 28.81 average and 132.63 strike rate with two fifties. His attacking starts often set the tone for Afghanistan’s innings.

Top wicket-takers in ZIM vs AFG T20Is

We are considering only the players from the current squad.

Rashid Khan: 32 Wickets

Afghanistan captain, Rashid Khan, leads the way with 32 wickets in 19 T20Is against Zimbabwe at an exceptional average of 14.25 and an economy of 6.33 with best figures of 4/27. His control and variations remain unmatched.

Blessing Muzarabani: 16 Wickets

The lanky pacer has picked up 16 wickets in 10 T20Is against Afghanistan at 23.50 average and 9.55 economy with best figures of 2/19. He will be crucial with the new ball for Zimbabwe.

Mohammad Nabi: 12 Wickets

The veteran all-rounder has 12 wickets in 19 T20Is against Zimbabwe at 28.83 average and 7.68 economy, often breaking partnerships with his disciplined off-spin.

ZIM vs AFG key stats

Zimbabwe's key records

  • Zimbabwe have played 62 T20Is at Harare Sports Club, winning 18, losing 42 with two no results.
  • Brian Bennett has scored 732 runs in 19 T20Is in 2025 at 38.52 average and 153.13 strike rate with one hundred and six fifties.
  • Tadiwanashe Marumani has scored 384 runs in 15 T20Is in 2025 at 27.42 average and 124.67 strike rate with four fifties.
  • Ryan Burl has 381 runs in 19 matches at 27.21 average and 142.16 strike rate with one fifty.
  • Sikandar Raza has contributed 307 runs and picked up 20 wickets in 2025.
  • Richard Ngarava is Zimbabwe’s leading wicket-taker this year with 25 wickets in 18 T20Is at 7.72 economy.
  • Richard Ngarava vs Rahmanullah Gurbaz in T20Is: 50 runs, 42 balls, 3 dismissals
  • Sikandar Raza vs Rashid Khan in T20Is: 75 runs, 70 balls, 3 dismissals
  • Ryan Burl vs Mohammad Nabi in T20Is: 20 runs; 18 balls; 0 dismissals

Afghanistan's key records

  • Afghanistan have played seven T20Is at Harare Sports Club, winning six.
  • Ibrahim Zadran is Afghanistan’s leading run-scorer in 2025 with 336 runs in 12 T20Is at 28.00 average and 122.18 strike rate, including three fifties.
  • Sediqullah Atal has scored 331 runs in 11 T20Is in 2025 at 33.10 average and 126.33 strike rate with three fifties.
  • Rahmanullah Gurbaz has 276 runs in 12 T20Is this year at 124.88 strike rate.
  • Rashid Khan has 18 wickets in 11 T20Is in 2025 at 14.50 average and 6.21 economy.
  • Mujeeb Ur Rahman vs Tadiwanashe Marumani in T20Is: 12 runs, 11 balls, 1 dismissal
  • Azmatullah Omarzai vs Brian Bennett in T20Is: 38 runs, 27 balls, 2 dismissals
  • Mohammad Nabi vs Sikhanar Raza in T20Is: 42 runs, 34 balls, 0 dismissals
  • Ibrahim Zadran vs Blessing Muzarabani in T20Is: 19 runs, 7 balls, 0 dismissals

Records that can be broken in ZIM vs AFG 2nd T20I

  • Sikandar Raza needs 2 boundaries to complete 200 T20I boundaries and 1 wicket to reach 100 T20I wickets.
  • Brian Bennett is 4 sixes away from completing 50 T20I sixes.
  • Wellington Masakadza is 3 wickets short of completing 50 T20I wickets.
  • Mohammad Nabi needs 84 runs to complete 2500 T20I runs.
  • Rahmanullah Gurbaz is 41 runs away from 2000 career T20I runs.
  • Ibrahim Zadran needs 59 runs to reach 1500 T20I runs.
  • Sediqullah Atal is 73 runs away from completing 500 T20I runs.
  • Rashid Khan needs one more four-wicket haul to complete 10 in T20Is.
  • Fareed Ahmad requires 6 wickets to complete 50 T20I wickets.