AFG vs ZIM Match Prediction, Pitch Report, Playing XI & Fantasy Team – Who Will Win Today’s Afghanistan vs Zimbabwe 2nd T20I? – Afghanistan v Zimbabwe 2026

Rashid Khan gave away just 20 runs in his four overs in the first T20I. Zimbabwe lost by 37 runs, and they now have one game to find an answer, or the series is gone.

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AFG vs ZIM Match Preview

Afghanistan lead the three-match T20I series 1-0 after a 37-run win in Sharjah. For this AFG vs ZIM match prediction, Afghanistan start as favourites again, and one more win seals the series.

In the first game, Afghanistan made 177 and bowled Zimbabwe out for 140. Rashid Khan took 2/20, while Fazalhaq Farooqi and Azmatullah Omarzai took two wickets each.

Omarzai is the player to watch. He has 188 runs at a strike rate of 148.03 and 14 wickets in his last 8 T20Is. That makes him one of the top names in any AFG vs ZIM fantasy prediction.

Zimbabwe need a much better batting effort. Brad Evans has 17 wickets in his last 10 T20Is, and Ryan Burl leads their batting with 226 runs.

AFG vs ZIM Match Details

Here are the key details for the AFG vs ZIM 2nd T20I.

AFG vs ZIM Pitch Report – Sharjah Cricket Stadium

Sharjah is a balanced pitch right now, with extra help for spinners and slower balls. In the first T20I, Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza said the pitch had something for everyone. Batters could score if they stayed patient, fast bowlers got rewards for good lengths, and spinners found some grip and turn.

Both pace and spin took wickets. Rashid Khan was very hard to score off, while Omarzai found some reverse swing late in the innings. Slower balls and cutters also worked well.

Sharjah doesn’t always play slow, though. On a hard pitch, the UAE once chased 206 against Bangladesh here. Overall, teams batting first have won 44 of 75 T20s at this ground.

AFG vs ZIM Weather Report – Sharjah

The forecast for Thursday in Sharjah is hot and mostly dry, with only a 10% chance of rain. It will be around 33°C in the day and still warm at about 27°C at night. A warm, humid evening could bring a little dew later in the game.

AFG vs ZIM Recent Form

The recent T20I results of both teams provide some context ahead of this match.

Data Source: ESPNcricinfo

AFG vs ZIM Head-to-Head Record

Afghanistan have dominated this matchup, winning their last six T20Is against Zimbabwe.

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AFG vs ZIM Probable Playing XI

The probable playing XIs for the 2nd T20I are as follows.

Afghanistan:

Rahmanullah Gurbaz (WK), Ibrahim Zadran (C), Sediqullah Atal, Mohammad Akram, Azmatullah Omarzai, Ijaz Ahmad Ahmadzai, Shahidullah Kamal, Rashid Khan, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Noor Ahmad

Zimbabwe:

Brian Bennett, Ben Curran, Innocent Kaia, Sikandar Raza (C), Tadiwanashe Marumani (WK), Ryan Burl, Wessly Madhevere, Brad Evans, Newman Nyamhuri, Wellington Masakadza, Ernest Masuku

Top Picks for AFG vs ZIM Fantasy Prediction

These players stand out based on their recent performances and current statistics.

Top Batting Picks

• Ibrahim Zadran (AFG, BAT) — 248 runs in his last 8 T20Is at a strike rate of 134.78. Afghanistan’s top run-scorer in this period.
• Azmatullah Omarzai (AFG, ALL) — 188 runs in his last 8 T20Is at a strike rate of 148.03. The fastest scorer on either side.
• Ryan Burl (ZIM, ALL) — 226 runs in his last 10 T20Is at an average of 32.29. The top run-scorer in this contest.
• Brian Bennett (ZIM, BAT) — 199 runs in his last 10 T20Is. Opens the batting, so he gets plenty of balls.

Top Bowling Picks

• Brad Evans (ZIM, ALL) — 17 wickets in his last 10 T20Is, taking a wicket every 12.82 balls. The leading wicket-taker in this contest.
• Azmatullah Omarzai (AFG, ALL) — 14 wickets in his last 8 T20Is, taking a wicket about every 10 balls. Took 2 wickets in the first T20I.
• Rashid Khan (AFG, BOWL) — 12 wickets in his last 8 T20Is at an economy of 7.62. Took 2/20 in the first T20I.
• Newman Nyamhuri (ZIM, BOWL) — 9 wickets in his last 8 T20Is. Zimbabwe’s second-best wicket-taker in this period.

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Fantasy Captain and Vice-Captain Choices

For Fantasy Team 1

Azmatullah Omarzai (Captain):

He has 188 runs and 14 wickets in his last 8 T20Is. He scores points with both bat and ball, and he took two wickets in the first game here.

Rashid Khan (Vice-Captain):

He has 12 wickets in his last 8 T20Is and took 2/20 in the first T20I. On a pitch with some grip and turn, he is very hard to score off.

For Fantasy Team 2

Brad Evans (Captain):

He has 17 wickets in his last 10 T20Is, more than anyone in this match. Most people will pick an Afghanistan player as captain, so Evans gives you a real edge if Zimbabwe bowl well.

Ibrahim Zadran (Vice-Captain):

He has 248 runs in his last 8 T20Is and opens the batting, so he faces plenty of balls. He also captains Afghanistan and has been their most consistent batter.

AFG vs ZIM Fantasy Team 1

A safe team built around Afghanistan’s all-rounder and spin attack.

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AFG vs ZIM Fantasy Team 2

A riskier team built around Zimbabwe’s bowlers doing well, for grand leagues.

AFG vs ZIM Toss Prediction

Toss Prediction: Bat first

Afghanistan batted first and defended 177 comfortably in the first game. The pitch had some grip and turn, which makes chasing harder later on. Teams batting first have also won 44 of 75 T20s at Sharjah. A little dew is the only thing that could help the chasing side.

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Afghanistan vs Zimbabwe Today Match Prediction

Prediction: Afghanistan to Win

Afghanistan have won their last six T20Is against Zimbabwe, and their spin attack suits this pitch well. Omarzai is in great form with bat and ball, and Rashid kept things very tight in the first game.

Zimbabwe have Brad Evans and Sikandar Raza, and both can change a game. But their batting needs to improve a lot after being bowled out for 140. Afghanistan should seal the series here.