BAN vs AFG Match Prediction – Who will win today's 2nd ODI match between Bangladesh vs Afghanistan?

Bangladesh (BAN) skipper Tamim Iqbal’s sudden retirement from international cricket has created a bit of a mess at the moment. Notably, the home team lost the first ODI following a terrible batting performance, and since then, the Bangla Tigers were under the scanner, and now, Tamim’s retirement has accelerated things. In the absence of Tamim, Litton will be taking over the responsibility, but things will not be easy mentally as it might get difficult for the hosts.

Afghanistan (AFG), meanwhile, will be confident of their chances. Their bowling unit was phenomenal in the last match, and the team would expect to continue in the same manner. Notably, Fazalhaq Farooqi picked up three wickets each, while Mujeeb Ur Rahman and Rashid Khan picked up two each. However, batters will have to show their class sometime soon as the ODI World Cup is not far ahead.

Check Here: Live Cricket Score - Bangladesh vs Afghanistan, 2nd ODI

BAN vs AFG Match Details:

BAN vs AFG, 2nd ODI, Afghanistan tour of Bangladesh 2023

Venue: Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium, Chattogram

Date & Time: Saturday, July 08, 1:30 PM IST

Broadcast & Live Streaming Details: Fancode app and website

Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium Pitch Report:

The surface at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chattogram usually favours the spinners. The skipper winning the toss probably will elect to bat first, and anything above 280 will be a good score on this surface.

BAN vs AFG Probable Playing XIs

Bangladesh (BAN):

Rony Talukdar, Litton Das (c), Najmul Hossain Shanto, Shakib Al Hasan, Towhid Hridoy, Mushfiqur Rahim (wk), Afif Hossain, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Hasan Mahmud

Afghanistan (AFG):

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

BAN vs AFG Probable Best Performers

Probable best batter

Shakib Al Hasan:

The poster boy of Bangladesh cricket, Shakib Al Hasan, will have to take responsibility for the team’s batting performance in the absence of Tamim. Shakib has the calibre to bring his team out of a difficult situation, and thus, all eyes will be on the all-rounder on Saturday.

Probable best bowler

Rashid Khan:

Spin wizard Rashid Khan was at his very best in the opening ODI of the series. The 24-year-old picked up two wickets, giving away just 21 runs in his nine overs, and if he manages to produce another such performance, Bangladesh will be under a lot of problem.

Today's Match Prediction: Afghanistan to win the match

Check Here: BAN vs AFG Dream11 Team

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.