Asia Cup 2022: Match 3, AFG vs BAN match predictions - Will Afghanistan qualify for the Super Four stage?
Afghanistan lock horns with Bangladesh in Sharjah in the Asia Cup 2022 group-stage fixture. 4 out of the last 5 matches have been won by teams batting first. Spinners have had the edge over pacers at this venue and both sides have a formidable spin bowling unit. Afghanistan has won 5 out of 5 T20Is in Sharjah, whereas Bangladesh has lost both matches they played at the venue. After a professional performance in their first game against Sri Lanka, Mohammad Nabi is expected to make no changes to the playing XI. Fazalhaq Farooqi and Naveen-ul-Haq shattered the Sri Lankan top order, followed by a collective clinical performance from Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Mohammad Nabi, and Rashid Khan. Rashid Khan’s spell of 4 overs may not have produced a wicket, but he delivered 15 dot bolls during the middle overs, adding additional pressure on the Sri Lankan middle order. Over time, Afghanistan has craved a strong opening partnership. Hazratullah Zazai and Rahmanullah Gurbaz on Saturday delivered an 83-run partnership within the powerplay. Afghanistan has started the campaign on a positive note and is a force to reckon with in the early days of the tournament.
