AFG vs ZIM Dream11 Prediction — Final Match Best Team, Captain & Vice-Captain Picks
AFG vs ZIM Dream11 Team Predictions for the Final Match 2026: H2H Records, Key Players, Playing 11 and Pitch Report.

AFG vs ZIM Match Details — Final Match
Afghanistan and Zimbabwe will face off in the final of the UAE ODI Tri-Series 2026-27 on Friday, October 23, at Sharjah Cricket Association Stadium.
Afghanistan has gone undefeated in the series, winning both matches, while Zimbabwe has won one and lost one. Afghanistan has won five of their last five matches in a row, while Zimbabwe has won one and lost four. Afghanistan enters the final after defeating Bangladesh by seven wickets in their most recent match. Zimbabwe, meanwhile, will look to rebound after falling to Afghanistan by 158 runs in their latest match on October 19.
AFG vs ZIM Match Details:
- Series/Tournament: Tri-Nation ODI Series, 2026
- Match: AFG vs ZIM (Final Match)
- Date: 23rd October 2026
- Match Start Time: 05:30 PM IST
- Stadium/Venue: Zayed Cricket Stadium (Sheikh Zayed Stadium), Abu Dhabi
- Live Score: cricketwinner.com
- Live Streaming: FanCode
AFG vs ZIM Weather Report — Abu Dhabi Conditions
- Temperature: 27–32°C
- Rain Chances: 0%
- Humidity: 55%
Recent Performance – Last 5 Matches
Team AFG Form
Afghanistan Recent Form: W, W, W, W, W
Team ZIM Form
Zimbabwe Recent Form: L, W, L, L, L
AFG vs ZIM Head-to-Head Record — Last 31 Matches
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AFG Won |
21 |
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ZIM Won |
10 |
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NR |
0 |
AFG vs ZIM Pitch Report — Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi
The Zayed Cricket Stadium surface is usually balanced. It favors batters early on and slows down as the game progresses, putting spinners and slower bowlers into play. Zimbabwe scored 271/8 in the tournament's opening match and bowled Bangladesh out for 172. According to Captain Sikandar Raza, the pitch had "something for everyone". Teams that bat first have clinched seven of their last 8 ODIs here.
- Win Batting First: 65%
- Win Bowling First: 35%
- Best Suited For: A surface that starts on the slower side for seam bowlers before settling
Average Scores
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Average 1st Innings: 251
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Average 2nd Innings: 207
AFG vs ZIM Toss Prediction
This venue makes chasing tough. Furthermore, in the 40 matches held here, the opposing side has won 49 times, while the squad batting first has won 90. Therefore, the captain who wins the toss is expected to choose to bat first.
Prediction: Zimbabwe to win the toss and opt to bat first.
AFG vs ZIM Probable Playing 11 Today
Afghanistan (AFG) Probable 11:
Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Ibrahim Zadran, Sediqullah Atal, Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan, AM Ghazanfar, Bilal Sami, Yamin Ahmadzai
Zimbabwe (ZIM) Probable 11:
Brian Bennett, Ben Curran, Tafadzwa Tsiga, Brendan Taylor (WK), Ryan Burl, Sikandar Raza (C), Wessly Madhevere, Brad Evans, Wellington Masakadza, Ernest Masuku, Blessing Muzarabani
AFG vs ZIM Key Players & Must-Have Dream11 Picks
Best AFG Players for Dream11 — Final Match
| Players | Role | Recent Performance |
| Sediqullah Atal | BAT | Scored a fourth-innings century to save the Test vs Bangladesh |
| Rahmanullah Gurbaz | WK | Attacking opener who is a threat in the powerplay |
| Azmatullah Omarzai | AR | Batting all-rounder who also bowls pace |
| Rashid Khan | BOWL | 50 ODI wickets vs Zimbabwe at an average of 14.18 |
Best ZIM Players for Dream11 — Final Match
| Players | Role | Recent Performance |
| Ben Curran | BAT | 453 runs, avg 56.63 |
| Sikandar Raza | AR | 437 runs, avg 62.43 |
| Brad Evans | BOWL | Strong pace option; 16 wickets in 8 matches before this series |
| Wellington Masakadza | BOWL | 21(15) with two sixes vs Bangladesh |
AFG vs ZIM Captain & Vice-Captain Picks — Final Match
- Azmatullah Omarzai ©: Gives Afghanistan runs and wickets, which makes him a high-floor captain pick.
- Rahmanullah Gurbaz ©: Explosive opener who can score big on a good batting surface.
- Sikandar Raza (vc): Zimbabwe's captain and all-rounder, with bat and off-spin.
- Craig Ervine (vc): In form after 93 in the opening match.
AFG vs ZIM (Free-to-Play) Team Suggestion 1

Dream11 Team: Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Brendan Taylor, Craig Ervine, Ibrahim Zadran, Azmatullah Omarzai (C), Sikandar Raza (VC), Mohammad Nabi, Brad Evans, Blessing Muzarabani, Rashid Khan, Wellington Masakadza
AFG vs ZIM (Free-to-Play) Team Suggestion 2

Dream11 Team: Rahmanullah Gurbaz (C), Brendan Taylor, Brian Bennett (VC), Craig Ervine, Ibrahim Zadran, Azmatullah Omarzai, Sikandar Raza, Mohammad Nabi, Brad Evans, Rashid Khan, Wellington Masakadza
Afghanistan vs Zimbabwe Dream11 Tips
| SL Captain Choice | Azmatullah Omarzai |
| GL Captain Choice | Rahmanullah Gurbaz |
| Punt Picks | Rahmat Shah, Wellington Masakadza |
| Dream11 Combination | 2-2-4-3 |
Afghanistan vs Zimbabwe Match Prediction – Who Will Win
Afghanistan enters the final undefeated in the tri-series, having won both matches, while Zimbabwe has one win and one loss. Afghanistan also defeated Zimbabwe by 158 runs in their previous match, demonstrating their strength in both batting and bowling. Their recent seven-wicket win over Bangladesh demonstrated their ability to comfortably chase targets. To challenge them, Zimbabwe will need to improve its batting consistency and ball control. Afghanistan's strong recent form, balanced squad, and confidence from their previous victory make them favorites to win the title.
Prediction: Afghanistan (AFG) to win.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Afghanistan are favoured because of their 21-10 head-to-head record. Zimbabwe are in decent form after beating Bangladesh by 99 runs, so a close game is likely.
Azmatullah Omarzai and Rahmanullah Gurbaz are the top captain choices. Sikandar Raza and Craig Ervine are strong vice-captain options.
The average first innings score in ODIs here is around 251, and the average second innings score is around 207.
Best Dream11 XI for AFG vs ZIM Final ODI: Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Brendan Taylor, Craig Ervine, Ibrahim Zadran, Azmatullah Omarzai (C), Sikandar Raza (VC), Mohammad Nabi, Brad Evans, Blessing Muzarabani, Rashid Khan, Wellington Masakadza. Recommended team split: 5 AFG + 6 ZIM.
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