BAN vs AFG 1st ODI Match Prediction & Betting Tips
Bangladesh will host Afghanistan in the 1st of the 3-match ODI series at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chattogram. The match is scheduled to start at 1:30 PM IST
After a one-sided affair in the one-off Test, where Bangladesh thrashed Afghanistan by 546 runs, the focus shifts to the ODI leg, which is expected to be a cracking series. Bangladesh as the host will be aware of the threat Afghanistan poses. Afghanistan have grown as a team courtesy of their stellar spin attack, including the likes of Rashid Khan, Mujeeb Ur Rahman and Izharulhaq Naveed, and a potent batting lineup, comprising Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Hashmatullah Shahidi, Najibullah Zadran and Mohammed Nabi among others.
Bangladesh themself boast of a strong squad, with veteran Shakib Al Hasan and pacer Taskin Ahmed making a return to the ODI squad. The team also has the likes of Tamim Iqbal, Mushfiqur Rahim, Litton Das, and Mehidy Hasan Miraz available for the series. On paper, the two teams look evenly matched and that is a perfect recipe for thrilling series.
Bangladesh vs Afghanistan 1st ODI Match Live Streaming
Live Streaming: The first ODI between Bangladesh and Afghanistan will be available on the Fancode app and website.
BAN vs AFG Match Toss Prediction
The wicket at the Zahur Ahmed Stadium tends to get slow as the game progresses and given the spin attack both teams have, chasing will not be easy. It will be an easy call to win the toss and bat first.
BAN vs AFG Pitch Report
Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium will help the bowlers. It will be a good one to bat in the first innings but will get slower as the game progresses. As mentioned, the team batting first will have an advantage.
Chattogram Weather Report
The weather does not look good, with over 80 per cent chance of rain. The upcoming match could be a curtailed one.
Read on for team previews, betting tips, latest odds, and match prediction for Bangladesh vs Afghanistan 1st ODI Match 2023
Bangladesh Team News & Playing 11
BAN Team News
Shakib Al Hasan who missed the Test match has returned to the ODI team. Taskin Ahmed, who was added to the Test match following a recovery from an injury had also retained his place in the ODI series.
BAN Key Players
- Shakib Al Hasan - No matter what format Bangladesh play, Shakib is always a huge asset to the team given that he is probably the team’s best batter and best bowler in these conditions.
- Mehidy Hasan Miraz - He is also a top player of the team. Being a spinner, he is a threat in these conditions while he is a destructive batter who can take the game away within a blink of an eye. Miraz took 3 wickets in the Test match and also scored 48 runs.
- Taskin Ahmed - Taskin Ahmed returned to the Bangladesh team with a bang, taking 4 wickets in the second innings of the Test match. In his ODI career so far, Ahmed has picked up 78 wickets in the 57 matches he played.
BAN Team Form
Bangladesh last played an ODI series against Ireland at home and won 2-0
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Bangladesh Predicted Playing 11
Tamim Iqbal (C), Najmul Hossain, Shakib Al Hasan, Litton Das, Towhid Hirdoy, Mushfiqur Rahim (wk), Afif Hossain, Mehidy Hasan, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Ebadot Hossain
Afghanistan Team News & Playing 11
AFG Team News
Rashid Khan has returned to the team after missing out on the Test match. Spinner Izharulhaq Naveed has received his first ODI call-up but is unlikely to feature in the first ODI.
AFG Key Players
- Rashid Khan - Not much need to be said about Rashid Khan and his match-winning abilities. With 163 wickets in 87 ODI matches, Rashid has been one of the top spinners in this format of the game and his 10 overs will be worth gold for Afghanistan. Not to forget his abilities with the ball.
- Rahmanullah Gurbaz - Rahmanullah Gurbaz has taken the world by storm in the T20 format but his credentials as an ODI player are still to be tested. With 606 runs in 18 matches, he has had a decent start to his career and a good series against Bangladesh will establish him as an all-format match-winner.
- Mujeeb Ur Rahman - Spinners are going to be key in the series and Mujeeb Ur Rahman with his variations and ability to bowl wicket to wicket will pose a huge threat to the host batters.
AFG Team Form
Afghanistan’s last ODI series was against Sri Lanka which they lose 2-1.
Afghanistan Predicted Playing 11
Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi (C), Mohammad Nabi, Najibullah Zadran, Azmatullah Omarzai, Rashid Khan, Mujeeb ur Rahman, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Zia ur Rehman
Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Head to Head
Bangladesh have an edge over Afghanistan in ODI matches. The team has been dominant in last five matches as well, with four wins.
BAN vs AFG Head to Head Stats in ODI's
| |
Matches Played |
BAN Won |
AFG Won |
Tie |
No Result |
| Overall |
11 |
7 |
4 |
0 |
0 |
| Last 5 |
5 |
4 |
1 |
0 |
0 |
Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Betting Odds
The bookies are backing Bangladesh to win the game. The hosts are a formidable team at home and boast of a strong squad which can take down any team in the world. In recent times, Bangladesh have defeated teams like India, Pakistan, and South Africa at home.
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Who will win Bangladesh vs Afghanistan 1st ODI Match?
Bangladesh will start the match as obvious favourites. The team has experience in the batting department with players like Tamim Iqbal, Shakib Al Hasan, Litton Das and Shakib AL Hasan who are capable to tackle the potent Afghan spin attack.
🏆 Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Prediction
The series is expected to be a cracking affair for sure. The spin attacks of both teams look strong and the team who plays spin better will emerge victorious. Bangladesh have players like Shakib, Tamim, and Litton Das who are good players against spinners which give the hosts a big advantage. Afghanistan batters have struggled against spinners so at the moment, the pendulum is hugely titled towards Bangladesh. We are backing Bangladesh to win the game.
Jul 05, 2023
13:30 IST / 8:00 GMT
Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium - Chittagong, Bangladesh
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