AFG vs ZIM Final ODI Dream11 Prediction Today, 23 October 2026 – Pitch Report, Playing XI, Player Stats & Fantasy Tips
INTRODUCTION:-
The Afghanistan vs Zimbabwe Final ODI is set to bring another exciting contest for cricket fans on Friday, 23 October 2026, at Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah. Afghanistan will look to continue their strong performance, while Zimbabwe will aim to challenge their opponents in this final encounter.
In this AFG vs ZIM Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Preview, we cover the pitch report, head-to-head records, probable playing XIs, recent player statistics, and important fantasy cricket options to consider before creating your team.
Match Details
Match: Afghanistan (AFG) vs Zimbabwe (ZIM), Final ODI
Date: Friday, 23 October 2026
Time: 5:00 PM
Venue: Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah
Match Type: One Day International (ODI)
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AFG vs ZIM Who Win?
Head-to-Head Record
Afghanistan have a strong historical record against Zimbabwe in the supplied head-to-head statistics.
| Team | Head-to-Head Wins |
|---|---|
| Afghanistan | 9 |
| Zimbabwe | 1 |
| Total Matches | 10 |
Afghanistan have won 9 of the 10 recorded head-to-head matches, while Zimbabwe have secured one victory. These historical numbers favour Afghanistan, but the result of the final will depend on the teams’ performance on match day.
Series Performance
| Team | Matches | Wins | Losses |
|---|---|---|---|
| Afghanistan | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Zimbabwe | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Afghanistan enter this match with an unbeaten record in the supplied series statistics. Zimbabwe have won one match and lost one, so they will need strong performances from their key batters and bowlers to challenge Afghanistan.
AFG vs ZIM Pitch Report – Sharjah Cricket Stadium
The Sharjah Cricket Stadium pitch is expected to offer an interesting contest between bat and ball. According to the supplied pitch statistics, the surface has shown support for bowlers, particularly spinners.
Pitch Statistics
| Pitch Factor | Record |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 5 |
| Batting First Wins | 40% |
| Batting Second Wins | 60% |
| Average Run Score | 212 |
| Pace Wickets | 61 |
| Spin Wickets | 82 |
Pitch Analysis
Spin bowling: Spinners have taken 82 wickets in the supplied statistics, making them important fantasy options.
Pace bowling: Pacers have also contributed with 61 wickets, so quality fast bowlers should not be overlooked.
Average score: The recorded average score is 212, suggesting that building a balanced batting and bowling combination may be useful.
Chasing advantage: Teams batting second have won 60% of the recorded matches, compared with 40% for teams batting first.
Fantasy Tip: Consider including quality spinners and wicket-taking bowlers from both teams. However, confirm the final playing XIs and toss information before locking in your fantasy team.
Note: The pitch figures are based on the statistics supplied for this preview and should not be treated as a guarantee of match conditions.
Afghanistan Playing XI
Rahmanullah Gurbaz
Ibrahim Zadran
Sediqullah Atal
Rahmat Shah (C)
Hashmatullah Shahidi
Azmatullah Omarzai
Mohammad Nabi
Rashid Khan
AM Ghazanfar
Bilal Sami
Yamin Ahmadzai
Afghanistan Player Stats for Fantasy Cricket
1. Rahmanullah Gurbaz
H2H: 4 matches, 53 runs, average 14
Recent performances: 6 (8), 25 (20)
2. Ibrahim Zadran
H2H: 4 matches, 224 runs, average 75
Recent performances: 34 (48), 90 (96)
3. Sediqullah Atal
H2H: 4 matches, 258 runs, average 86
Recent performances: 4 (13), 102 (110)
4. Rahmat Shah (C)
H2H: 19 matches, 731 runs, average 46
Recent performances: 67 (90), 7 (12)
5. Hashmatullah Shahidi
H2H: 15 matches, 331 runs, average 34
Recent performances: 36 (54), 28 (30)
6. Azmatullah Omarzai
H2H: 7 matches, 22 runs, average 8, 8 wickets
Recent performances: 2 wickets (7 overs), 8 runs (9 balls) and 0 wickets (5 overs)
7. Mohammad Nabi
H2H: 32 matches, 760 runs, average 31, 38 wickets
Recent performances: 1 wicket (9 overs), 9 runs (8 balls) and 1 wicket (8 overs)
8. Rashid Khan
H2H: 25 matches, 54 wickets
Recent performances: 4 wickets (9 overs), 4 wickets (8 overs)
9. AM Ghazanfar
H2H: 4 matches, 10 wickets
Recent performances: 0 wickets (5 overs), 1 wicket (7 overs)
10. Bilal Sami
H2H: 1 match, 0 wickets
Recent performances: 1 wicket (6 overs), DNP
11. Yamin Ahmadzai
H2H: 1 match, 0 wickets
Recent performances: 2 wickets (6 overs), DNP
AFG Fantasy Picks to Watch
Zimbabwe Playing XI
Brian Bennett
Ben Curran
Tafadzwa Tsiga
Brendan Taylor
Sikandar Raza (C)
Ryan Burl
Wessly Madhevere
Brad Evans
Wellington Masakadza
Ernest Masuku
Blessing Muzarabani
Zimbabwe Player Stats for Fantasy Cricket
1. Brian Bennett
H2H: 4 matches, 40 runs, average 10
Recent performances: 31 (40), 0 (6)
2. Ben Curran
H2H: 4 matches, 27 runs, average 7
Recent performances: 0 (2), 6 (11)
3. Tafadzwa Tsiga
H2H: 1 match, 2 runs
Recent performances: 2 (13), 16 (15)
4. Brendan Taylor
H2H: 11 matches, 405 runs, average 41
Recent performances: 1 (4), 81 (101)
5. Sikandar Raza (C)
H2H: 28 matches, 846 runs, average 37, 18 wickets
Recent performances: 48 (80) and 1 wicket (10 overs); 4 (5) and 2 wickets (7 overs)
6. Ryan Burl
H2H: 13 matches, 208 runs, average 21, 2 wickets
Recent performances: 31 (63) and 0 wickets (4 overs), DNP
7. Wessly Madhevere
H2H: 4 matches, 36 runs, average 9
Recent performances: 5 (7), 17 (15)
8. Brad Evans
H2H: 1 match, 14 runs, 3 wickets
Recent performances: 14 (10) and 3 wickets (10 overs); 5 (9) and 4 wickets (7 overs)
9. Wellington Masakadza
H2H: 9 matches, 11 wickets
Recent performances: 0 wickets (4 overs), 2 wickets (6 overs)
10. Ernest Masuku
H2H: 1 match, 3 wickets
Recent performances: 3 wickets (8 overs), DNP
11. Blessing Muzarabani
H2H: 10 matches, 17 wickets
Recent performances: 2 wickets (9 overs), 1 wicket (8 overs)
ZIM Fantasy Picks to Watch
AFG vs ZIM Dream11 Prediction – Fantasy Team Strategy
For this Afghanistan vs Zimbabwe final, a balanced fantasy combination may be a sensible approach. The supplied statistics point towards several batting options for Afghanistan and all-round or bowling options from both sides.
Fantasy Picks to Consider
Batters: Ibrahim Zadran, Sediqullah Atal, Rahmat Shah, Brendan Taylor
All-rounders: Sikandar Raza, Mohammad Nabi, Azmatullah Omarzai
Bowlers: Rashid Khan, AM Ghazanfar, Brad Evans, Blessing Muzarabani
These are players to evaluate rather than a confirmed Dream11 team. Final selection should depend on the official playing XI, batting positions, bowling roles, toss and the fantasy platform’s rules.
AFG vs ZIM Dream11 Team
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Final Words
The AFG vs ZIM Final ODI promises an interesting fantasy cricket contest at Sharjah Cricket Stadium. Afghanistan’s historical advantage and unbeaten supplied series record give them a strong starting position, while Zimbabwe have players capable of changing the game.
For fantasy cricket, keep an eye on Ibrahim Zadran, Sediqullah Atal, Sikandar Raza, Rashid Khan and Brad Evans. Check the official playing XIs and toss update before finalising your team.
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