AFG vs ZIM Dream11 Prediction, 3rd T20I, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Injury Updates, Pitch Report for Afghanistan vs Zimbabwe in UAE, 2026

Afghanistan has sealed the series by winning the first two matches of the series.

By CricTracker Staff

Updated - 31 Oct 2026, 17:09 IST

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Preview

Afghanistan will take on Zimbabwe in the third and final T20I of the series at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium on Sunday, November 1. The hosts have dominated the opening two matches, securing a 2-0 lead in the series, and will look to complete a clean sweep with another victory.

Afghanistan won the first T20I by 37 runs before registering a 19-run victory in the second match. Their batting unit has been impressive, while the bowlers have also stepped up at crucial moments. They will aim to maintain their momentum and finish the series on a high.

Meanwhile, Zimbabwe will be eager to bounce back after two consecutive defeats.

Match Information

Afghanistan vs Zimbabwe, 3rd T20I

Afghanistan vs Zimbabwe in UAE, 1 Nov 2026, Sun, 8:00 PM IST ,Sharjah Cricket Stadium

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Weather Report

Sharjah Cricket Stadium

Clear

31.8°C

53% (Humidity)

Team Form (Last 5 matches)

Afghanistan

W
W
W
W
W

Zimbabwe

L
L
L
L
W

Players Stats in current Series

123 Runs

2 Matches

2

Sikandar Raza

ZIM - all

123 Runs

2 Matches

3

Ijaz Ahmad Ahmadzai

AFG - bat

104 Runs

2 Matches

4

Rashid Khan

AFG - bowl

55 Runs

2 Matches

5

Innocent Kaia

ZIM - bat

49 Runs

2 Matches

6

Shahidullah Kamal

AFG - all

46 Runs

2 Matches

350.00

1 Match

2

Rashid Khan

AFG - bowl

343.75

2 Matches

3

Ijaz Ahmad Ahmadzai

AFG - bat

212.24

2 Matches

212.07

2 Matches

5

Sikandar Raza

ZIM - all

178.26

2 Matches

175.00

2 Matches

1

Newman Nyamhuri

ZIM - bowl

4 Wkts

1 Match

2

Brad Evans

ZIM - all

4 Wkts

2 Matches

3

Fazalhaq Farooqi

AFG - BOWLER

3 Wkts

1 Match

3 Wkts

2 Matches

5

Ernest Masuku

ZIM - bowl

3 Wkts

2 Matches

6

Rashid Khan

AFG - bowl

2 Wkts

2 Matches

1

Fazalhaq Farooqi

AFG - BOWLER

4.11

1 Match

2

Rashid Khan

AFG - bowl

6.13

2 Matches

3

Vincent Masekesa

ZIM - bowl

7.00

1 Match

4

Newman Nyamhuri

ZIM - bowl

8.09

1 Match

5

Abdullah Ahmadzai

AFG - all

8.50

1 Match

6

Mujeeb Ur Rahman

AFG - BOWLER

8.75

2 Matches

Probable Playing XI

Afghanistan

Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Ibrahim Zadran (C), Ijaz Ahmad Ahmadzai, Sediqullah Atal, Shahidullah Kamal, Abdullah Tarakhail, Azmatullah Omarzai, Farid Malik, Rashid Khan, Noor Ahmad, Mujeeb Ur Rahman

Bench : N U Rahman, Wasim Akram, Abdullah Ahmadzai, Fazalhaq Farooqi

Zimbabwe

TE Tsiga, T Marumani, I Kaia, Brian Bennett, Sikandar Raza (C), RP Burl, W Madhevere, K Matigimu, B Evans, B Muzarabani, Vincent Masekesa

Bench : BJ Curran, WP Masakadza, N Nyamhuri

Injury and availability news

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Pitch Report

The surface at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium is expected to offer a decent contest between bat and ball. The first two matches of the series have produced totals of 177 and 221 for Afghanistan, indicating that batters can score freely once they settle in.

55%

Pace Bowling

45%

Spin Bowling

60%

Batting Pitch

180

Average Score

40%

Bowling Pitch

Player Picks

9
C

Azmatullah Omarzai AFG | ALL

Azmatullah Omarzai has been in excellent form with the bat, scoring 123 runs in two matches at an average of 61.50 and a strike rate of 212.07.

9
VC

Rashid Khan AFG | BOWL

Rashid Khan has contributed with both bat and ball in the series. He has scored 55 runs at a remarkable strike rate of 343.75 and claimed three wickets in two matches. His all-round ability makes him a reliable option.

8.5

Rahmanullah Gurbaz AFG | WICKETKEEPER

Rahmanullah Gurbaz is an attacking batter who can provide a quick start at the top of the order. He will be an important player for Afghanistan as they look to complete a series sweep.

8.5

Brad Evans ZIM | ALL

Brad Evans has picked up four wickets in two matches, averaging 18.50. The Zimbabwe pacer has been among his team's leading wicket-takers and could deliver a valuable performance.

9

Ijaz Ahmad Ahmadzai AFG | BAT

Ijaz Ahmad Ahmadzai has scored 104 runs in two matches at an impressive strike rate of 212.24. His ability to score quickly makes him a useful pick.

9

Brian Bennett ZIM | ALL

Brian Bennett is another option to consider from Zimbabwe's batting unit. He can contribute at the top of the order.

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8.5

Fareed Malik

AFG | BOWL

8

Kundai Matigimu

ZIM | BAT

Teams will be updated after Toss

Last Updated On - Oct 31 2026 5:09 PM

Players
11/11

Team 1

AFG

6 : 5

ZIM

Credits Left
8/100

Head To Head
Noor ul Rahman

7

Ibrahim Zadran

9

Sediqullah Atal

9

Innocent Kaia

8.5

Tadiwanashe Marumani

8

Azmatullah Omarzai

9

Brian Bennett

9

Sikandar Raza
C

9

Rashid Khan
VC

9

Noor Ahmad

7

Vincent Masekesa

7.5

Players
11/11

Team 1

AFG

6 : 5

ZIM

Credits Left
9/100

Mega League
Noor ul Rahman

7

Ibrahim Zadran
VC

9

Ijaz Ahmad Ahmadzai

9

Innocent Kaia

8.5

Tadiwanashe Marumani

8

Azmatullah Omarzai
C

9

Sikandar Raza

9

Ryan Burl

8

Rashid Khan

9

Noor Ahmad

7

Vincent Masekesa

7.5

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