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Afghanistan vs Zimbabwe, 2nd T20I, Afghanistan vs Zimbabwe in UAE 2026

Afghanistan vs Zimbabwe, 2nd T20I, Afghanistan vs Zimbabwe in UAE 2026

The 2nd T20I between Afghanistan and Zimbabwe is scheduled for Thursday, October 29, 2026 at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium. Afghanistan leads the 3-match bilateral series 1-0 after winning the opener by 37 runs on October 27.

Match Schedule & Details

  • Fixture: Afghanistan vs Zimbabwe, 2nd T20I
  • Date: Thursday, October 29, 2026
  • Time: 6:30 PM Local Time (UAE) | 8:00 PM IST (India)
  • Venue: Sharjah Cricket Stadium
  • Live Streaming: Available on FanCode

Team squads with their playing role 

Here are the full T20I squads for both Afghanistan and Zimbabwe with their designated playing roles for the 2026 series in the UAE: 

Afghanistan T20I Squad

Captain: Ibrahim Zadran (C)
Afghanistan’s T20I squad combines top-order batting options, wicketkeeper-batters, versatile all-rounders, and a varied bowling attack featuring pace and spin. Ibrahim Zadran leads the side as captain.
Batters
PlayerRole
Ibrahim Zadran (C)Opening Batter
Sediqullah AtalOpening Batter
Mohammad AkramTop-order Batter
Wicketkeeper-Batters
PlayerRole
Rahmanullah GurbazWicketkeeper-Batter
Noor ul RahmanWicketkeeper-Batter
All-Rounders
PlayerRole
Shahidullah KamalBatting Allrounder
Ijaz Ahmad AhmadzaiBatting Allrounder
Azmatullah OmarzaiBowling Allrounder
Rashid KhanBowling Allrounder
Bowlers
PlayerBowling Style / Role
Fazalhaq FarooqiLeft-arm fast-medium
Mujeeb Ur RahmanOff-break spinner
Noor AhmadLeft-arm wrist spinner
Fareed Ahmad MalikLeft-arm fast-medium
Abdullah AhmadzaiBowler
Abdullah TarakhailBowler

Zimbabwe T20I Squad

Captain: Sikandar Raza (C)
Zimbabwe’s T20I squad features a balanced mix of top-order batters, wicketkeeper-batters, versatile all-rounders, and specialist bowlers. The bowling group includes pace options and different spin styles, providing variety across the innings.
Batters
PlayerRole
Ben CurranTop-order Batter
Innocent KaiaOpening Batter / Batting Allrounder
Wicketkeeper-Batters
PlayerRole
Tadiwanashe MarumaniWicketkeeper-Batter
Tafadzwa TsigaWicketkeeper-Batter
All-Rounders
PlayerRole / Bowling Style
Sikandar Raza (C)Batting Allrounder
Ryan BurlBatting Allrounder (Leg-break spinner)
Wesley MadhevereBatting Allrounder (Off-break spinner)
Brian BennettBatting Allrounder
Brad EvansBowling Allrounder
Vincent MasekesaBowling Allrounder (Left-arm spinner)
Bowlers
PlayerBowling Style
Blessing MuzarabaniRight-arm fast-medium
Newman NyamhuriLeft-arm fast-medium
Wellington MasakadzaLeft-arm orthodox spinner
Kundai MatigimuRight-arm fast
Ernest MasukuRight-arm medium-fast

Match Winner Prediction

For the 2nd T20I at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium, analytical models favour Afghanistan. Afghanistan has an estimated 80% win probability, while Zimbabwe has a 20% chance of winning and levelling the series.

TeamWin ProbabilityPrediction
Afghanistan80%Favourite
Zimbabwe20%Underdog
Note: These percentages represent the supplied prediction estimates, not guaranteed match results. Actual outcomes may vary depending on team performance and match conditions.

Head-to-Head Match Record

Afghanistan holds a dominant 20–2 lead over Zimbabwe in the overall Twenty20 International (T20I) head-to-head match records. The historical rivalry has been overwhelmingly one-sided, with Afghanistan winning 90.5% of their matches.

T20I Head-to-Head Overview

Afghanistan have dominated the T20I head-to-head record against Zimbabwe, winning 20 of their 22 encounters. Zimbabwe have recorded two wins, with both victories coming while batting second.

MetricAfghanistanZimbabwe
Matches Played2222
Matches Won202
Batting First Wins120
Batting Second Wins82
Average Runs/Innings167.7143.3
Highest Score215/6201/10
Lowest Score121/590/9

Match Day Forecast

The weather forecast for the 2nd T20I match day on Thursday, October 29, 2026 at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium predicts hot, humid, and clear conditions with a zero percent chance of rain delay. 

Hourly Match Weather Conditions

Since this is an evening fixture starting at 6:30 PM local UAE time, the sweltering afternoon heat will gradually give way to a breezy, high-humidity night. Temperatures are expected to remain warm throughout the match, while humidity is likely to rise as the evening progresses.

Match PhaseLocal TimeTemperatureHumidityConditions
Toss Time6:00 PM32°C (feels like 35°C)Around 52%North winds at 11 mph
Mid-Innings8:00 PM31°CExpected to increasePartly cloudy to clear skies
Match Finish10:00 PM30–31°CAround 55–60%Warm night with rising humidity
Key Weather Takeaways:

Temperatures will stay close to 30°C or above during the match. Humidity is expected to rise from approximately 52% at toss time to 55–60% near the finish. The steady northerly breeze may provide some relief, but conditions are likely to remain warm and humid.

Tactical Impact: The Dew Factor

Rising humidity through the evening means dew could become a factor during the second innings. If the outfield and ball become damp, spin bowlers may find it harder to maintain a firm grip, while fielders could also face challenges controlling the ball.

Toss Strategy: The captain winning the toss may prefer to bowl first and chase under the lights, especially if dew develops as expected. However, the decision should also account for pitch conditions, team strengths, and the actual weather at the venue.

Disclaimer The predictions and betting insights on this page are based on expert analysis, current form and statistical data for entertainment purposes only. Please bet responsibly and in accordance with the laws and regulations of your country.