BAN vs AFG Match Prediction – Who will win today's 3rd ODI match between Bangladesh vs Afghanistan?

Bangladesh (BAN) and Afghanistan (AFG) will lock horns in the third and final ODI of the series on Tuesday, July 11, at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium, in Chattogram. Afghanistan scripted history by winning the second ODI by 142 runs and becoming only the second team to beat Bangladesh in an ODI series at their home since 2015. After being put in to bat first in the second ODI, the Hashmatullah Shahidi-led side posted a massive total of 331/9.

They later bundled out the hosts for just 189 and won their first-ever ODI series against Bangladesh. Bangladesh who lost their regular captain Tamim Iqbal after the first ODI due to his controversial retirement, have a lot on the line in the final ODI. Led by Litton Das, they will be eager to give a strong fightback and salvage their pride in the final game.

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BAN vs AFG Match Details:

BAN vs AFG, 3rd ODI, Afghanistan tour of Bangladesh 2023

Venue: Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium, Chattogram

Date & Time: Tuesday, July 11, 1:30 PM IST

Broadcast & Live Streaming Details: Fancode app and website

Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium Pitch Report:

There have been a total of 27 ODIs played at the venue out of which 16 have been won by teams batting second. A total above 300 has been registered four times while the highest Target chased is 287 by Bangladesh vs Zimbabwe in 2018. The captain winning the toss is likely to bowl first keeping the past record of the venue in mind.

BAN vs AFG Probable Playing XIs

Bangladesh (BAN):

Litton Das (c), Mohammad Naim, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Shakib Al Hasan, Towhid Hridoy, Mushfiqur Rahim (wk), Afif Hossain, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Hasan Mahmud, Ebadot Hossain, Mustafizur Rahman

Afghanistan (AFG):

Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi (c), Mohammad Nabi, Najibullah Zadran, Rashid Khan, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Saleem Safi

BAN vs AFG Probable Best Performers

Probable best batter

Rahmanullah Gurbaz:

The opening batter is the leading run-scorer of the series so far with 167 runs to his name from two innings at an average of 83.50 with one hundred to his name. In the second ODI, Gurbaz played a scintillating innings of 145 off 125 balls to win the Player of the Match. He will be eager to score another big knock in the third ODI to help his side complete a 3-0 whitewash.

Probable Best Bowler

Fazalhaq Farooqi:

The left-arm seamer is the leading wicket-taker of the series with six wickets to his name from two innings at an average of 7.66 and an economy of 2.87. Farooqi picked 3/22 in 7.2 overs in the second ODI and helped his side register a historic series win over Bangladesh. He will be eager to bowl his team to victory once again and complete a 3-0 whitewash.

Today's Match Prediction: Afghanistan to win the match

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Disclaimer: This prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.