AFG 177 beat ZIM 140 | AFG v ZIM 2026/27 Scorecard
Afghanistan take on Zimbabwe in AFG v ZIM 2026/27 at Sharjah Cricket Stadium on October 27, 2026, with play starting at 8:00 PM IST. AFG arrive with 1 win from their last 5, ZIM with 2 from 5. AFG hold the edge in their recent meetings, 2–0. Below: the full suggested fantasy XI, captain and vice-captain picks, pitch report, head-to-head record and recent form for both sides.
- 📋 Match #1
- 📅 27 October 2026 · 8:00 PM IST
- 📍 Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah
- 🏆 AFG v ZIM 2026/27
- ✅ Playing XI confirmed (22 players)
Afghanistan have been inconsistent lately (1W in their last 5). Which version turns up is the question.
Zimbabwe have been inconsistent lately (2W in their last 5). Which version turns up is the question.
A core AFG pick. Confirm the role at the toss. A reliable 2× multiplier choice.
A core ZIM pick. Confirm the role at the toss. Strong 1.5× value.
- Rashid Khan(AFG)
Rashid Khan is a key AFG name for this fixture; their role will be clearer at the toss.
- Azmatullah Omarzai(AFG)
Azmatullah Omarzai is a key AFG name for this fixture; their role will be clearer at the toss.
- Rahmanullah Gurbaz(AFG)
Rahmanullah Gurbaz is a key AFG name for this fixture; their role will be clearer at the toss.
- Mujeeb Ur Rahman(AFG)
Mujeeb Ur Rahman is a key AFG name for this fixture; their role will be clearer at the toss.
- Blessing Muzarabani(ZIM)
Blessing Muzarabani is a key ZIM name for this fixture; their role will be clearer at the toss.
- Sikandar Raza(ZIM)
Sikandar Raza is a key ZIM name for this fixture; their role will be clearer at the toss.
Form guide
Most recent first, all competitions we track.
At Sharjah Cricket Stadium
Key players in the squads
- Azmatullah Omarzai · All-rounder
- Rahmanullah Gurbaz · Wicketkeeper
- Rashid Khan · Bowler
- Ibrahim Zadran · Batter
- Fazalhaq Farooqi · Bowler
- Mujeeb Ur Rahman · Bowler
- Blessing Muzarabani · Bowler
- Sikandar Raza · All-rounder
- Ryan Burl · All-rounder
- Wessly Madhevere · All-rounder
- Tadiwanashe Marumani · Wicketkeeper
- Brian Bennett · All-rounder
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won AFG vs ZIM?
AFG posted 177 (19.5 Ov) and then bowled out ZIM to win. AFG won by 37 runs. Ijaz Ahmad Ahmadzai was the standout batter, scoring 52 off 22 balls. Newman Nyamhuri led the bowling attack with 4/31. Rashid Khan was named Player of the Match.
Who was Player of the Match in AFG vs ZIM?
Rashid Khan was named Player of the Match. Top batter: Ijaz Ahmad Ahmadzai — 52(22). Top bowler: Newman Nyamhuri — 4/31.
What is the pitch report for Sharjah Cricket Stadium?
Sharjah Cricket Stadium has no completed matches on record for AFG v ZIM 2026/27 yet, so there is no reliable par score to quote. Treat the pitch report at the toss as your main signal and keep a balanced XI.
Who should be captain for AFG vs ZIM in fantasy cricket?
Rashid Khan is a strong captain pick, with Blessing Muzarabani as vice-captain. A core AFG pick. Confirm the role at the toss. A reliable 2× multiplier choice.
What is the head-to-head record between Afghanistan and Zimbabwe?
In 2 completed meetings tracked on CricketDream, Afghanistan have won 2 and Zimbabwe 0. Afghanistan lead.
What is the average first-innings score at Sharjah Cricket Stadium?
Across 4 completed matches at Sharjah Cricket Stadium in our records, teams batting first averaged 162. Sides batting first won 2 and chasing sides won 2.
Who will win AFG vs ZIM?
Afghanistan hold the head-to-head edge (2–0) and start as slight favourites, though Zimbabwe have the firepower to upset them.
How do I play fantasy cricket for AFG vs ZIM on CricketDream?
Build a free Fantasy XI for Afghanistan vs Zimbabwe, join a snake Draft with friends, or play the Predictor — all on CricketDream. Pick your 11 players before the toss and compete on the live leaderboard.