Super 12 – Afghanistan vs Namibia Preview & Prediction

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THE FACTS

When is Afghanistan vs Namibia taking place? Afghanistan vs Namibia will take place on Sunday 31^st October, 2021 at 10:00 (UK)

Where is Afghanistan vs Namibia taking place? Afghanistan vs Namibia will take place at Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi

What is the expected weather for Afghanistan vs Namibia? 34c in sunny skies

Where can I get tickets for Afghanistan vs Namibia? Visit here for the latest ticket information for Afghanistan vs Namibia

What TV channel is Afghanistan vs Namibia on in the UK? Afghanistan vs Namibia will be televised live on Sky Sports

Where can I stream Afghanistan vs Namibia? Sky Sports subscribers can stream Afghanistan vs Namibia live on Sky Go

THE TEAM NEWS

AFGHANISTAN

• Afghanistan looked set to cause a huge upset in the T20 World Cup but an over of pure quality from Pakistan’s Asif Ali turned the game on its head and the Afghans ultimately suffered defeat.
• That would have been back-to-back wins for Afghanistan after they had previously swept Scotland aside but they will be confident that they have the ability with the ball to make an immediate return to winning ways in this one with Rashid Khan and Mujeeb Ur Rahman key to any success.

NAMIBIA

• Namibia made it three straight wins at the T20 World Cup as they earned their first ever success in the tournament proper with victory over Scotland in their opening game of the Super 12 stage.
• It was a solid all-round effort for the Namibians as they claimed a four-wicket success but they may find it more difficult to score runs in this one and their batting could come under the spotlight against a quality Afghanistan bowling attack.

THE PREDICTION

Afghanistan almost put themselves right into contention for an unlikely spot in the semi-finals but they could not hold on against Pakistan last time out. They will be looking to put that behind them at the first time of asking and should be able to do so against Namibia. The Namibians have won three matches in a row but this is a much tougher task for them and the Afghans’ bowling unit should prove to be the major difference between the two teams.