Zimbabwe vs Afghanistan 1st T20I Match Prediction – Afghanistan Tour of Zimbabwe 2025

ZIM vs AFG 1st T20I Match Prediction For Afghanistan Tour of Zimbabwe 2025

ZIM vs AFG Match Preview

The ZIM vs AFG Match Prediction 1st T20I centers on an exciting clash as Zimbabwe host Afghanistan at the Harare Sports Club. Both sides are eager to start their campaign with a win and set the tone for the T20I series.

Zimbabwe, under Sikandar Raza’s leadership, have looked competitive in recent outings, while Afghanistan bring a world-class bowling attack featuring Rashid Khan and Mujeeb ur Rahman. With power hitters like Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Hazratullah Zazai, Afghanistan’s batting depth adds further firepower.

Zimbabwe’s key will be playing spin smartly and capitalizing on early wickets. The crowd at Harare can expect a spirited contest between two evenly matched sides.

ZIM vs AFG Match Details

ZIM vs AFG Weather Report – Harare

ZIM vs AFG Pitch Report – Harare Sports Club

The Harare surface offers true bounce early on, ideal for stroke-play. As the game progresses, spinners tend to come into play, especially in the middle overs. Teams batting first have typically fared better, with a par score around 160-170. Expect captains to prefer batting first after winning the toss.

ZIM vs AFG Probable Playing 11

Zimbabwe:

T. Marumani (wk), Brian Bennett, Dion Myers, Sikandar Raza (c), Ryan Burl, Wessly Madhevere, T. Musekiwa, Wellington Masakadza, Richard Ngarava, Blessing Muzarabani, Tinotenda Maposa

Afghanistan:

Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Hazratullah Zazai, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Karim Janat, Gulbadin Naib, Rashid Khan (c), Mujeeb ur Rahman, Noor Ahmad, Naveen-ul-Haq, Fazalhaq Farooqi

ZIM vs AFG Fantasy Tips

• Captain Choices: Rashid Khan, Sikandar Raza
• Vice-Captain Choices: Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Ryan Burl

Suggested Fantasy XI:

• Wicketkeepers: Rahmanullah Gurbaz
• Batters: Brian Bennett, Hazratullah Zazai, Ryan Burl
• All-rounders: Sikandar Raza, Mohammad Nabi, Azmatullah Omarzai
• Bowlers: Rashid Khan, Blessing Muzarabani, Mujeeb ur Rahman, Richard Ngarava

ZIM vs AFG Match Prediction

• Batting Edge: Afghanistan — stronger top order and finishers
• Bowling Edge: Afghanistan — Rashid Khan & Mujeeb combination
• Fielding: Zimbabwe — slightly sharper on home turf

Prediction: Afghanistan to win by 5-6 wickets, taking a 1-0 lead in the series.

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FAQs – ZIM vs AFG Match Prediction 1st T20I

Q1: Where will the 1st T20I between Zimbabwe and Afghanistan be played?

A: At the Harare Sports Club, Harare.

Q2: Who are the top fantasy picks for today’s match?

A: Rashid Khan, Sikandar Raza, and Rahmanullah Gurbaz.

Q3: What’s the expected pitch behavior?

A: Balanced pitch with help for spinners later in the innings.

Q4: Who will likely win today’s ZIM vs AFG 1st T20I?

A: Afghanistan are favorites based on current form and bowling depth.

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