Asia Cup 2025 Kicks with a complicated clash on 9 September Afghanistan And Hong Kong At Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi. Both teams will be eager to launch their campaign on a high note in this T20 opener under lights.
The powerhouse of the tournament led by Afghanistan captain reaches as one of the sides. Rashid KhanHis lineup is like explosive top-order batsmen Rahmanullah Gurbaz And Ibrahim Zadran, Supported by experienced all -rounders Mohammad Nabi And Gulbadin NaibSpin pair of Mujib ur Rahman And Noor Ahmed The wrist-spin provides a threat, while under the leadership of the speed attack Naveen-ul-Haq And Fazalhak Farooqui Provides real variety.
Under the leadership of Hong Kong Yasim MurtazaEnter the tournament as Dalits, but capable of a surprising surprise. Experienced preacher Babur Hayat And Ansuman Rath His batting, such as supported by versatile players Martin koetzi And Niazakat KhanThe seam is in his bowling attack Ehsan Khan And Mohammad Aizaz Khan With spin with Nasrullah Rana And Ali Hasan,
Both sides have met T20 internationally five times, Afghanistan defeated head-to-head 3–2. Hong Kong’s victory came through disciplined bowling performance and measured batting performances, while Afghanistan’s victory is usually conducted by their better spin unit and explosive middle order.
The opener promises competitive action, claiming match-matching in all departments with both teams. Expect Afghanistan to watch the game to control the game with their spin-urge attack, while Hong Kong’s goal will be to bother obstacles with disciplined bowling and significant contribution to their experienced batsmen. The Asia Cup is awaiting an exciting beginning for 2025.
AFG vs HK, Asia Cup 2025: Match Description:
- date and time: 09 September, 8:00 pm IST / 02:30 PM GMT / 06:30 PM Local
- venue: Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi
AFG vs HK Head-to-Head Record in T20Is:
Play matches: 05 | Afghanistan won: 03 | Hong Kong won: 02 | No result: 0
Sheikh Zayed Stadium Pitch Report:
The surface of the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi traditionally bounces a true, even bouncing which rewards stroke-makers from the beginning, making it a batting-suited site in the T20 format. The hard, dry outfield ensures the ball to the limit, while the progress of the game brings spinners into the game during the middle overs during the slightly thick nature of the pitch. Fast bowlers can quickly remove some seam movement, but their margin is thin for error, as any width is punished quickly. In the evening fixtures, the dew can settle under the light, making it difficult for the bowlers to catch and turn the ball. Overall, the toss-winning teams are likely to bat first and post high total, then rely on slowing down the run-rate with spin and speed variation in extinct conditions.
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Squad:
Afghanistan: Rashid Khan Naveen-ul-Haq, Fazlahak Farooqui
Hong Kong, China: Yasim Murtaza (C), Babur Hayat, Zishan Ali, Niazat Khan Mohammed, Nasrullah Rana, Martin Koetzi, Drashuman Rath, Kalahan Mark Chalan, Ayush Shukla, Mohammad Aizaz Khan, Ati ul Rehman Iqbal, Kinchit Shahif, Shah Mohammad Wahid, Ehnson Khan
AFG vs HK, prediction of today’s match:
Case 1:
- Hong Kong wins before toss and bat
- HK Powerplay Score: 45-50
- HK overall score: 150-160
Case 2:
- Afghanistan won the toss and batted first
- AFG Powerplay Score: 50-55
- AFG overall score: 170-180
Match results: The team batted first to win the game.
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