Afghanistan vs Zimbabwe ODI Match Preview, Squads and Match Details

Afghanistan face Zimbabwe in the second ODI of the 2026 UAE ODI Tri-Series at Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi on Monday, October 19. The match begins at 4:30 PM Pakistan Standard Time as both teams look to strengthen their position in the competition.

Detail	Information
Match	Afghanistan vs Zimbabwe, 2nd ODI
Competition	UAE ODI Tri-Series 2026
Date	Monday, October 19, 2026
Start Time	4:30 PM Pakistan Standard Time
Venue	Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi
Afghanistan Captain	Rahmat Shah
Zimbabwe Captain	Sikandar Raza
Afghanistan Win Probability	70%
Zimbabwe Win Probability	30%

Afghanistan enter the contest as favourites with a 70% win probability, compared to Zimbabwe's 30%. Rahmat Shah will lead Afghanistan, while Sikandar Raza will captain Zimbabwe. Both teams have experienced international players, quality spin options and pace bowlers who can influence the result.

Fans can follow AFG vs ZIM live on tapmad for match coverage, updates and scorecard details. Afghanistan will aim to use their strong spin attack and batting depth, while Zimbabwe will look to compete through solid partnerships and disciplined bowling.

Afghanistan Aim to Secure a Win

Afghanistan will look to deliver a strong performance against Zimbabwe and make the most of their experienced squad. Their batting lineup features Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Hashmatullah Shahidi and Rahmat Shah, giving them several options to build a competitive total.

Gurbaz can provide an aggressive start, while Ibrahim Zadran and Shahidi can help stabilise the innings. Rahmat Shah will be important in guiding the batting order, with Mohammad Nabi and Azmatullah Omarzai adding all-round value.

Afghanistan's bowling attack is another key strength. Rashid Khan and Mohammad Nabi offer experience and control with spin, while Nangeyalia Kharote and Allah Ghazanfar provide additional options. Fazalhaq Farooqi, Yamin Ahmadzai and Ziaur Rahman add pace to the attack.

Afghanistan will aim to build partnerships with the bat and take wickets during the middle overs. Their ability to control Zimbabwe's scoring and maintain pressure could prove decisive at Sheikh Zayed Stadium.

Zimbabwe Look to Challenge Afghanistan

Zimbabwe will aim to upset Afghanistan and secure an important victory in the tri-series. Captain Sikandar Raza will play a key role with both bat and ball, while experienced players Brendan Taylor and Craig Ervine can provide stability in the batting lineup.

Brian Bennett, Ben Curran and Wesley Madhevere offer further batting options. Ryan Burl can contribute with both bat and leg-spin, while Raza's all-round skills give Zimbabwe flexibility throughout the match.

Zimbabwe will also rely on their pace attack to put Afghanistan under pressure. Blessing Muzarabani and Brad Evans offer fast-bowling options, while Ernest Masuku and Newman Nyamhuri provide additional choices. Wellington Masakadza and Vincent Masekesa can contribute with spin.

Zimbabwe will need to avoid losing early wickets and build partnerships against Afghanistan's varied bowling attack. Taking wickets at regular intervals and managing the middle overs will be important if they want to challenge the favourites.

Afghanistan Squad News

Afghanistan will be led by Rahmat Shah, with experienced all-rounder Mohammad Nabi and star leg-spinner Rashid Khan among the key players. Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Hashmatullah Shahidi strengthen the batting lineup.

Sediqullah Atal and Ikram Alikhil provide additional batting and wicketkeeping options. Azmatullah Omarzai adds all-round ability, while Nangeyalia Kharote and Allah Ghazanfar offer further spin options.

The pace attack includes Fazalhaq Farooqi, Yamin Ahmadzai, Ziaur Rahman and Bilal Sami. Afghanistan have several options across batting, spin and pace, allowing them to select a balanced XI for the Abu Dhabi conditions.

The team will look to use its experienced players to control the match, with Rashid Khan's spin and the top order's ability to build a solid total likely to be important factors.

Zimbabwe Squad News

Zimbabwe will be captained by Sikandar Raza, whose all-round contributions could be important against Afghanistan. Brendan Taylor, Craig Ervine and Brian Bennett are among the batting options, while Ben Curran, Tadiwanashe Marumani and Wesley Madhevere provide further depth.

Ryan Burl offers a combination of batting and leg-spin, while wicketkeepers Brendan Taylor, Tafadzwa Tsiga and Tadiwanashe Marumani provide selection options behind the stumps.

The bowling attack includes Blessing Muzarabani, Brad Evans, Ernest Masuku and Newman Nyamhuri. Wellington Masakadza and Vincent Masekesa add spin options, while Raza and Madhevere can provide additional overs.

Zimbabwe will aim to select a balanced XI that can compete with Afghanistan's batting depth and experienced spin attack. Their ability to maintain discipline with the ball and convert starts into substantial scores could determine their chances.

Watch Afghanistan vs Zimbabwe Live on tapmad

Afghanistan and Zimbabwe meet in the second ODI of the 2026 UAE ODI Tri-Series on October 19 at Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi. 

Watch AFG vs ZIM ODI live on tapmad to follow the match coverage, runs, wickets and scorecard updates as both teams compete in Abu Dhabi.