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AFG vs ZIM Match Prediction — Who Will Win Final ODI? Afghanistan vs Zimbabwe

In this AFG vs ZIM match prediction, we analyse recent form, pitch report, weather conditions, head-to-head record, key players, and match scenarios to find out who will win AFG vs ZIM today in the Final ODI of the ODI Tri-Nation Series in UAE 2026.

Bhupender Sharma
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AFG vs ZIM Match Prediction Final ODI — AFG Favourites Expert Prediction & Toss Tip
AFG vs ZIM Match Prediction Final ODI — AFG Favourites Expert Prediction & Toss Tip

Afghanistan will face Zimbabwe in the final ODI of the Tri-Nation Series in the UAE on 23 October 2026 at Sharjah Cricket Stadium in Sharjah. Afghanistan showcased excellent form in this series, winning both their matches and finishing top of the points table.

On the other hand, Zimbabwe have played two matches, winning one and losing one and finished second in the points table. They lost their previous match by 158 runs against Afghanistan and will be eager to bounce back in this match.

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AFG vs ZIM Match Details – Final ODI 

  • Match: Afghanistan vs Zimbabwe, Final ODI 

  • Date: 23rd October, 2026

  • Time: 5:00 PM IST

  • Venue: Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah 

  • Live Streaming: JioHotstar 

AFG vs ZIM Pitch Report - Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah

The ground has short boundaries and usually offers good conditions for batting, but the pitch can slow down as the match goes on, bringing spinners into the game.

  • Win Batting First: 40%

  • Win Bowling First: 60%

Average Scores

  • Average 1st Innings: 215

  • Average 2nd Innings: 285

AFG vs ZIM Weather Report – Sharjah Conditions 

Temperature

26.2°C

Rain Possibility

0%

Average Score

215

Best Suited For

Batting 

AFG vs ZIM Recent Form

Team

Last 5 Matches

AFG 

W, W, W, W, W

ZIM

L, W, L, L, L

AFG vs ZIM Head-to-Head Record (Last 10 ODIs)

Team

Wins

Afghanistan 

9

Zimbabwe 

1

NR

0

AFG vs ZIM Injury News & Team Updates – Final ODI 

AFG: Full squad available for this match 

ZIM: All players are fully fit for this match 

AFG vs ZIM Win Probability – Final ODI 

Team

Win Probability

Afghanistan 

60%

Zimbabwe 

40%

AFG vs ZIM Key Player Battles to Watch 

Player

Team

Series Stats

Ibrahim Zadran 

AFG

124runs

Sediqullah Atal 

AFG 

106 runs

Craig Ervine

ZIM

93 runs

Rashid Khan 

AFG 

8 wickets

Brad Evans 

ZIM

7 wickets

Sikandar Raza 

ZIM

3 wickets

AFG vs ZIM Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1: If ZIM Bat First

  • Powerplay Score: 40–45

  • Predicted Total: 220-250

  • Match Result: AFG to win

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Scenario 2: If AFG Bat First

  • Powerplay Score: 45–50

  • Predicted Total: 265–280

  • Match Result: AFG to win

AFG vs ZIM Toss Prediction – Final ODI 

Teams batting first have won 138 of the 263 ODIs at the venue, while teams chasing have won 124; therefore, the toss-winning captain opted to bat first here.

Prediction: AFG to win the toss and elect to bat first 

AFG vs ZIM Probable Playing

Afghanistan (AFG)

Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Ibrahim Zadran, Sediqullah Atal, Rahmat Shah (C), Hashmatullah Shahidi, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan, AM Ghazanfar, Bilal Sami/Fazalhaq Farooqi, Yamin Ahmadzai

Zimbabwe (ZIM)

Brian Bennett, Ben Curran, Tafadzwa Tsiga, Brendan Taylor (WK), Craig Ervine, Sikandar Raza (C), Wessly Madhevere, Brad Evans, Blessing Muzarabani, Graeme Cremer/Wellington Masakadza, Newman Nyamhuri.

AFG vs ZIM Final ODI Player of the Match Prediction

Who Will Win AFG vs ZIM Today? — Expert Prediction Final ODI 

According to our AFG vs ZIM who will win today, Afghanistan are the favourites to win the Final ODI expert predictions. The likes of Ibrahim Zadran, Sediqullah Atal and Rashid Khan will be key players to watch out for.

AFG vs ZIM, who will win today: Afghanistan to win 

AFG vs ZIM Match Result  – Final ODI Results 

(To be updated after the match - 23 October, 2026)

Frequently Asked Questions

Afghanistan are favourites and are predicted to beat Zimbabwe

Afghanistan are predicted to win the toss and opt to bat first

The ground has short boundaries and usually offers good conditions for batting, but the pitch can slow down as the match goes on, bringing spinners into the game

Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Sediqullah Atal and Brad Evans are the key players to watch

Afghanistan have a 60% win probability, while Zimbabwe has a 40% chance

Match Tips

  • High Scoring Match 190+
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Bhupender Sharma
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Bhupender Sharma

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I am Bhupender Sharma, a cricket analyst, match prediction writer, and fantasy cricket expert with 7+ years of experience. I cover domestic and international cricket, global T20 leagues, and the Indian Premier League (IPL), and have previously worked with CricTracker, KhelTalk, and Sportsdunia.

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