Afghanistan vs Bangladesh Preview & Prediction | First T20 International

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Sharjah plays host to Afghanistan once again as they take on Bangladesh in the first of three T20i matches.

Date/time:

Venue: Sharjah Cricket Association Stadium, Sharjah, UAE

Weather: Dry with clear skies, a gentle breeze and 32c temperatures.

How to watch: UK – Not televised / USA – Willow TV

Afghanistan vs Bangladesh prediction

Jaker Ali captains Bangladesh due to Litton Das being ruled out through a side strain injury. This weakens the Tigers both from a batting perspective and a leadership perspective. Especially in Sharjah, where bowlers usually have a decent amount of success as pitches can be slow and also offer turn, which is expected to benefit Afghanistan.

Afghanistan has played plenty of cricket at Sharjah and their players are well accustomed to conditions. The batters have learned how to play the surface and the spinners are world class. Therefore, backing Afghanistan to beat Bangladesh looks to be the smart move.

Afghanistan vs Bangladesh tip: Afghanistan to win