Bangladesh vs Afghanistan 1st ODI live
The much-anticipated Bangladesh vs Afghanistan ODI series begins today, Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi. After a disappointing T20I series where Afghanistan were whitewashed, the hosts will be desperate to bounce back in the 50-over format. Bangladesh, on the other hand, are brimming with confidence after their T20I triumph and will be eager to continue their winning momentum.
Match Preview
Afghanistan will rely on experienced campaigners such as Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan, and Rahmanullah Gurbaz to guide them in this series. Skipper Hashmatullah Shahidi has emphasized discipline and patience, especially with the pitch expected to provide early assistance to fast bowlers.
Bangladesh, under the leadership of Mehidy Hasan Miraz, are looking sharp with players like Najmul Hossain Shanto, Jaker Ali, Mustafizur Rahman, and Taskin Ahmed showing good form. The team will be motivated to extend their dominance from T20Is into ODI.
With both sides evenly matched and hungry for success, cricket fans can expect a thrilling battle.
Head-to-Head Record in ODI
- Total matches played: 19
- Afghanistan won: 8
- Bangladesh won: 11
This record shows that Bangladesh hold a slight edge, but Afghanistan have the firepower to challenge them.
Probable Playing XIs
Afghanistan (probable):
Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Sediqullah Atal, Hashmatullah Shahidi (c), Rahmat Shah (vc), Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan, A M Ghazanfar, Abdullah Ahmadzai, Bilal Sami
Bangladesh (probable):
Mohammad Naim, Towhid Hridoy, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Jaker Ali (c), Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Rishad Hossain, Saif Hassan, Shamim Hossain, Mustafizur Rahman, Nahid Rana, Taskin Ahmed
Afghanistan vs Bangladesh Full Squads
Afghanistan squad: Rashid Khan (c), Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Sediqullah Atal, Darwish Rasooli, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Sharafuddin Ashraf, Noor Ahmad, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Fareed Ahmad Malik, Wafiullah Tarakhil, Mohammad Ishaq, Bashir Ahmad, Abdullah Ahmadzai
Bangladesh squad: Jaker Ali (c), TStadiumanzid Hasan Tamim, Parvez Hossain Emon, Saif Hassan, Towhid Hridoy, Shamim Hossain, Nurul Hasan, Rishad Hossain, Mahedi Hasan, Nasum Ahmed, Taskin Ahmed, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Mustafizur Rahman, Shoriful Islam, Mohammad Saifuddin, Soumya Sarkar
Afghanistan vs Bangladesh 1st ODI: Live Match Details
- Match Date: Wednesday, October 8, 2025
- Match Date: Wednesday, October 8, 2025
- Venue: Sheikh Zayed , Abu Dhabi
- Toss Time: 5:00 PM IST
- Match Start: 5:30 PM IST
- Live Telecast in India: Not available on TV
- Live Streaming: Online streaming options may be available through regional broadcasters or official cricket apps
What to Expect?
The Sheikh Zayed pitch often favors pacers with the new ball but becomes easier for batting as the innings progresses. Afghanistan’s spinners, including Rashid Khan and Nabi, could play a decisive role in the middle overs. For Bangladesh, the pace trio of Mustafizur Rahman, Taskin Ahmed, and Nahid Rana will aim to make early inroads.
Both teams will be keen to seize the momentum in this opening clash, making it a high-stakes contest in the Bangladesh vs Afghanistan rivalry.
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