AFG vs WI Dream11 Prediction Playing XI: 1st T20I, Afghanistan vs West Indies, 2026 Fantasy Cricket Tips, Team, and Pitch Report

AFG vs WI Dream11 Team Predictions for Today- Match Read Afghanistan vs West Indies, 2026 Match 1st T20I H2H Records, Key Players, Pitch Report, and who will win today's match between AFG vs WI.

Ashish Kumar
Ashish Kumar

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AFG vs WI 1st T20I Afghanistan vs West Indies, 2026

AFG vs WI 1st T20I Match Preview:

Afghanistan are all set to face the West Indies in the opening match of the three-T20I match series on Monday, 19th January. This match will take place at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Afghanistan is enjoying its excellent form. They have won their last four matches consecutively. They recently won the T20I series against ZIM by 3-0. Now, they are keen to carry forward their winning momentum.

On the other hand, the West Indies team appears to be struggling with their form at the moment, having lost their last three matches in a row. They head into this game after losing the T20I series against New Zealand. This series will help both teams to prepare themselves for the T20I World Cup.

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AFG vs WI Recent Performance:

AFG W W W W L
WI L L L W W

AFG vs WI 1st T20I Match Details:

  • Series/Tournament: Afghanistan vs West Indies 
  • Match: AFG vs WI 1st T20I
  • Date: 19 Jan. 2026
  • Match Start Time: 8:00 PM IST
  • Stadium/Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, United Arab Emirates
  • Live Score: cricketwinner.com
  • Live Streaming: Fancode.

AFG vs WI Head-to-Head Stats:

(Last 10 Matches)

AFG Won 4
WI Won 5
NR 0

AFG vs WI Pitch & Weather Report:

The weather is expected to remain hazy and sunny during this match with 64% humidity. The temperature will hover around 19.8°C. Based on previous stats, the average score at this venue ranges between 131 and 142 runs. The pitch offers a little assistance to pacers.

Temp. 19.8°C
Rain Possibility 3%
Avg Score 142
Best Suited For Pace (56%)

Dubai Cricket Stadium Stats: 

Dubai International Cricket Stadium pitch is expected to be slow with low bounce. As the game progresses, it will be challenging for batters to play their shots easily. Winning the toss and opting to bowl first will be a wise decision on this surface.    

Win Bat First 41%
Win Bowl First 58%

AFG vs WI Probable Playing 11

Afghanistan (AFG) Probable 11:

Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Ibrahim Zadran, Sediqullah Atal, Gulbadin Naib Darwish Rasooli, Azmatullah Omarzai, Md. Nabi, Rashid Khan (c), Noor Ahmad, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Fazalhaq Farooqi

West Indies (WI) Probable 11:

Brandon King (c), Keacy Carty, Johnson Charles (wk), Alick Athanaze, Shimron Hetmyer, Gudakesh Motie, Justin Greaves/S Springar, Matthew Forde, Khary Pierre, Shamar Joseph, Jayden Seales

AFG vs WI- Top Picks from AFG

Players  Role Last Three Matches
I Zadran BAT 169 Runs
M Nabi AR 52 Runs, 4 Wickets
A Omarzai AR 51 Runs, 3 Wickets
F Farooqi BOW 4 Wickets

AFG vs WI- Top Picks from WI

Players  Role Last Three Matches
J Charles WK 87 Runs
S Springer AR 43 Runs, 2 Wickets
B King BAT 12 Runs
G Motie AR 4 Wickets

Cricket Winner Player’s Insight:

  • I Zadran (AFG) has been one of the most consistent players in the AFG Team. The right-hander smashed 259 runs in the last 9 matches.
  • M Nabi (AFG) is one of the top all-rounders across the world. He could be lethal with the ball and bat.
  • B King (WI), the newly appointed skipper for this series, will be at the forefront. He is expected to open the inning.
  • G Motie (WI) could be a key bowler for WI in this clash. He has shown the ability to change the course of the game within his four-over spell.

AFG vs WI Captain & Vice-Captain Choices:

Captain Vice-captain
I Zadran B King
A Omarzai R Gurbaz

AFG vs WI Fantasy Team Suggestion:  

AFG vs WI

AFG vs WI Dream11 Prediction Expert Advice 

SL Captain Choice I Zadran
GL Captain Choice R Gurbaz, A Omarzai
Punt Picks B King, G Motie
Dream11 Combination 2-3-3-3

AFG vs WI Dream11 Prediction Probable Winners:

AFG is the slight favourite to win this match. They have 70% winning ratio on this venue. Additionally, the conditions here are more favourable for them.

AFG vs WI 1st T20I FAQ

Who is likely to win the AFG vs WI match today?

West Indies (WI) is expected to win this match.

Who is ahead in head-to-head stats?    

West Indies.

Who are the top fantasy picks for the AFG vs WI Dream11 team?

G Motie, B King, M Nabi, I Zadran, J Charles and A Omarzai

What is the pitch report for this match?

The surface is balanced, and we can expect an average score range between 131 and 142 runs.

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