BAN vs AFG Dream11 Prediction: Fantasy Cricket Tips, Today's Playing XIs and Pitch Report for ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024, Match 52

By Ishaan Mahajan

Modified Jun 24, 2024 01:37 IST

The 52nd match of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024 will see Asian rivalry between Bangladesh (BAN) and Afghanistan (AFG) at the Arnos Vale Ground in Kingstown on Tuesday, June 25. Ahead of this exciting match, here's all you need to know about the BAN vs AFG Dream11 Prediction, today's playing XIs, fantasy cricket tips, and the pitch report.

Both teams are in contention of reaching the semifinals. Afghanistan played well in the last match against Australia, winning by 21 runs. Bangladesh, meanwhile, have lost both of their last matches. A win by a very big margin and Australia's loss to India will book them their place in the finals.

The two teams have played 11 head-to-head matches, with Bangladesh trailing 6-5. Their last head-to-head match was won by Bangladesh by six wickets.

BAN vs AFG Match Details

The 52nd match of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024 will be played on June 25 at the Arnos Vale Ground in Kingstown. The game is set to take place at 6 a.m. IST. The live score and commentary of the game can be followed in the Sportskeeda Live Score section.

Match: BAN vs AFG, 52nd Match

Date and Time: June 25, 2024; 6 a.m. IST

Venue: Arnos Vale Ground, Kingstown

Pitch Report

The pitch at Arnos Vale Ground in Kingstown is good for bowlers. This is the same pitch where the Australia-Afghanistan match was played. Bowlers were crucial in both innings. A total of 275 runs were scored for the loss of 16 wickets.

BAN vs AFG Form Guide (Last 5 Matches)

BAN - L L W W L

AFG - W L L W W

BAN vs AFG Probable Playing XIs

BAN

No injury updates

Tanzid Hasan, Litton Das (wk), Najmul Hossain Shanto (c), Towhid Hridoy, Shakib Al Hasan, Mahmudullah, Rishad Hossain, Mahedi Hasan, Mustafizur Rahman, Jaker Ali, Tanzim Hasan Sakib

AFG

No injury updates

Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Ibrahim Zadran, Gulbadin Naib, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Karim Janat, Rashid Khan (c), Noor Ahmad, Naveen-ul-Haq, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Nangeyalia Kharote

BAN vs AFG Dream11 Match Top Picks

Wicketkeeper

Rahmanullah Gurbaz

Gurbaz is the best wicket-keeper pick. He's the leading run scorer of the tournament and played a crucial innings against Australia. He has smashed 238 runs in six games. Litton Das is another good pick.

Batters

Ibrahim Zadran

Gulbadin Naib and Zadran are the two best batter picks. Ibrahim Zadran is in exceptional form and can smash quick runs. He has 211 runs in six matches. Gulbadin Naib took four wickets against Australia. Najmul Hossain Shanto is another good pick.

All-rounders

Rishad Hossain

Shakib Al Hasan and Hossain are the best all-rounder picks. Hossain has 40 runs and taken 11 wickets in six matches. Azmatullah Omarzai is another good all-rounder who bats in the top order and also bowls around two overs.

Bowlers

Rashid Khan

The top bowler picks are Fazalhaq Farooqi and Rashid Khan. Khan is in exceptional form, taking 10 wickets in six matches. Fazalhaq Farooqi is the highest wicket taker in the tournament, with 15 wickets in six matches. Naveen Ul Haq is another good pick.

BAN vs AFG match captain and vice-captain choices

Rashid Khan

Khan is in exceptional form and is playing a crucial role for Afghanistan. He bats in the middle order and also completes his quota of four overs. He's one of the best captaincy options. He has 30 runs and 10 wickets in six matches.

Fazalhaq Farooqi

Farooqi is one of the best picks. The pitch is good for bowlers, so players should focus on him once again. He has taken 15 wickets in six matches.

Five Must-Picks for BAN vs AFG, 52nd Match

Rashid Khan

Fazalhaq Farooqi

Rahmanullah Gurbaz

Rishad Hossain

Ibrahim Zadran

Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Match Expert Tips

As the pitch is expected to be good for bowlers, it's advisable to make a team keeping that in mind. Making in-form bowlers or all-rounders the captain or vice-captain is the best way to gain maximum points and win grand leagues.