Champions Trophy 2025: Match 8, AFG vs ENG Match Prediction – Who will win today’s Champions Trophy match between AFG vs ENG?

Match Overview

The upcoming match in the ongoing Champions Trophy 2025, is set to be played between Afghanistan (AFG) and England (ENG) on Wednesday, February 26. The match will be played at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. Notably, this will be a must-win game for both teams to stay alive in the tournament and keep hopes intact for a possible chance of qualifying for the semi-final round.

Speaking of recent performances, Afghanistan were outplayed by South Africa in the last game with both bat and the ball. The only positive the Afghans had in the match was the gritty knock (90) from Rahmat Shah, courtesy of which the Asian side were in the hunt during the run chase at some stage.

On the other hand, England's batting showed promise as they posted a massive 350+ total on the board against Australia. However, their bowling attack came under the scanner as they failed to defend the massive total. Opener Ben Duckett went on to enter the record books with the highest individual score (165) in the Champions Trophy history. They will want to come back stronger against the tournament debutants in the upcoming game.

Match Details

Pitch Report

The last game played at Lahore's Gaddafi Stadium saw over 700 runs scored in a game. The wicket was very flat and the batters enjoyed scoring runs in the game. The surface did not seem to change much as the game progressed. Hence this should be a good enough reason for the captains to win the toss and bowl first on this track. 

Also Check: AFG vs ENG Live Score, Match 8

Head-to-Head Record

AFG vs ENG Predicted Playing 11

Afghanistan:

Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Ibrahim Zadran, Sediqullah Atal, Rahmat Shah, Hasmatullah Shahidi (c), Azmatullah Omarzai, Fareed Ahmad Malik, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Noor Ahmad.

England:

Phil Salt, Ben Duckett, Jamie Smith (wk), Joe Root, Harry Brook, Jos Buttler (c), Liam Livingstone, Jamie Overton, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, Mark Wood.

Also Check: AFG vs ENG Dream11 Prediction

AFG vs ENG Probable Best Performers

Probable Best Batter: Ben Duckett

Ben Duckett was one of the stars for England at the top with his incredible attacking style of playing. He has proved that if he stays at the crease for as long as possible, he can play a marathon knock and put the opponent under pressure. The southpaw has already played at the Gaddafi as well and he will look to enjoy the conditions once again.

Also Check: Champions Trophy 2025 Most Runs

Probable Best Bowler: Mohammad Nabi

The Afghanistan bowling attack failed to make any impact in the game against South Africa as most of the bowlers failed to get any purchase from the surface. Mohammad Nabi was the only bowler who looked threatening in the previous game. However, with his useful experience, he got the first breakthrough for his team with the scalps of Tony de Zorzi and Temba Bavuma.

Also Check: AFG vs ENG Stats Preview, Match 8

Today's Match Prediction: Team bowling first to win the match

Scenario 1

• Afghanistan win the toss and opt to bowl first
• Powerplay: 80-90
• ENG: 295-320
• Afghanistan win the match

Scenario 2

• England win the toss and opt to bowl first
• Powerplay: 50-70
• AFG: 260- 280
• England win the match

Disclaimer: The 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.