AFG vs WI Dream11 Prediction Today: Warm Up Match 8, Pitch Report, Playing XI & Fantasy Tips

AFG vs WI Dream11 Team Predictions for Today - Match Read: ICC T20I World Cup 2026 Warm Up Match 8, 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 Warm Up Match 8
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AFG vs WI Warm-Up Match Preview:

The Afghanistan team will face the West Indies in the 8th Match of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup Warm-up Matches 2026. Afghanistan enters this game after winning the first warm-up match against Scotland by 61 runs. Darwish Rasooli was awarded Player of the Match for his blistering 84 off 46 balls.

On the other hand, the West Indies are going through a rough patch. They recently lost a T20I series against South Africa and have managed to win only two of their last five matches. In today's practice match, they will aim to adapt to the conditions of this continent and regain their lost confidence by winning the match.

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Recent Performance: 

AFG: W, L, W, W, W

WI: W, L, L, W, L

AFG vs WI Match Details:

  • Series/Tournament: ICC Men's T20 World Cup Warm-up Matches 2026
  • Match: AFG vs WI 
  • Date: 4th Feb. 2026
  • Match Start Time: 03:00 PM IST
  • Stadium/Venue: BCCI Centre of Excellence Ground, Bengaluru, India 
  • Live Score: cricketwinner.com
  • Live Streaming: Jio Hotstar

Head-to-Head Stats:

AFG Won 5
WI Won 5
NR 0

Weather Report:

  • Temperature: 22–23°C

  • Rain Chances: 0%

  • Conditions: Sunny

 Weather conditions are favourable for a full 20-over match.

BCCI Centre of Excellence Ground, Bengaluru, Pitch Stats: 

The pitch at the BCCI Centre of Excellence Ground in Bengaluru, India, is decent and sporting; dew does not play a major role here. Batters enjoy good bounce early on, while pacers get assistance with the new ball.

  • Win Batting First: 38%
  • Win Bowling First: 62%
  • Best Suited For: Pacers (60%)

Average Scores

  • Average 1st Innings: 168
  • Average 2nd Innings: 160

Winning the toss and bowling first could be the ideal strategy.

AFG vs WI Warm-Up Match 8 Probable Playing 11

Afghanistan (AFG) Probable 11:

Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Ibrahim Zadran, D Rasooli, Mohammad Nabi, Azmatullah Omarzai, Gulbadin Naib, Rashid Khan, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Noor Ahmad, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Naveen-ul-Haq

West Indies (WI) Probable 11:

Brandon King, Johnson Charles, Shai Hope (c & wk), Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Roston Chase, Jason Holder, Akeal Hosein, Gudakesh Motie, Jayden Seales, Shamar Joseph

Top Picks from Afghanistan 

Players  Role Fantasy Points
D Rasooli BOWL 156
Mohammad Nabi AR 130
Azmatullah Omarzai AR 127
Ibrahim Zadran BAT 54

Top Picks from the West Indies 

Players  Role Fantasy Points
Shai Hope WK NA
Brandon King BAT NA
Shimron Hetmyer BAT NA
Gudakesh Motie BOW NA

AFG vs WI Captain & Vice-Captain Choices:

Captain Vice-captain
D Rasooli Brandon King
Mohammad Nabi Shimron Hetmyer

AFG vs WI Warm-Up Match 8 Fantasy Team Suggestion:  

AFG vs WI Warm Up Match 8

AFG vs WI Warm-Up Match 8 Dream11 Tips: 

SL Captain Choice Mohammad Nabi
GL Captain Choice D Rasooli
Punt Picks Brandon King, Shimron Hetmyer
Dream11 Combination 1-5-3-2

Match Prediction – Who Will Win

Afghanistan is the slight favourite to win this match. They have a better combination in bowling and Batting; moreover, they defeated WI in the recent T20I series. Cricket Winner expert is backing Afghanistan to win this match.

Prediction: Afghanistan to win.

AFG vs WI FAQ

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

Afghanistan (AFG) is expected to win this match.

Who is ahead in head-to-head stats?    

Both teams are on equal footing.

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

D Rasooli, Mohammad Nab, Azmatullah Omarzai, Shai Hope, and Brandon King

What is the pitch report for this match?

The surface is balanced, and we can expect an average score range between 160 and 168 runs

Disclaimer: This analysis and prediction are based on team form, pitch conditions, and available data. It is for informational purposes only and does not guarantee any result.

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