Afghanistan vs Zimbabwe Live Score & Scorecard — UAE ODI Tri-Series 2026
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Afghanistan and Zimbabwe meet in the final of the UAE ODI Tri-Series at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium on 23 October, a day-night game starting at 5:00 PM IST (3:30 PM local). The two sides have already played in the group stage, and Afghanistan won that game by 158 runs after making 294. Afghanistan also beat Bangladesh by seven wickets, while Zimbabwe's only group win was a 99-run victory over Bangladesh. The final moves from Abu Dhabi, where every group game was played, to Sharjah.
- 📋 Match #4
- 📅 23 October 2026 · 5:00 PM IST
- 📍 Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah
- 🏆 UAE ODI Tri-Series 2026
All three group games were played at the Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium in Abu Dhabi, so the final is a change of ground. Sharjah has long had a reputation for slow surfaces that help spin, but confirm it with the pitch report at the toss before you lock your team.
Afghanistan are in strong recent ODI form (5W in their last 5), so confidence should be high.
Zimbabwe have been inconsistent lately (1W in their last 5). Which version turns up is the question.
8 runs and 8 wickets in 2 matches for AFG in UAE ODI Tri-Series 2026 at 159 points a game, a high-floor pick. A reliable 2× multiplier choice.
19 runs and 7 wickets in 2 matches for ZIM in UAE ODI Tri-Series 2026 at 140 points a game, a high-floor pick. Strong 1.5× value.
- Rashid Khan(AFG)
8 runs and 8 wickets in 2 matches in UAE ODI Tri-Series 2026 makes Rashid Khan one of AFG's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 159 fantasy points a game and with a best of 169.
- Ibrahim Zadran(AFG)
Ibrahim Zadran brings 124 runs in 2 matches to this fixture for AFG, averaging 86 fantasy points a game and with a best of 132.
- Sediqullah Atal(AFG)
Sediqullah Atal has 106 runs in 2 matches for AFG in UAE ODI Tri-Series 2026, averaging 77.5 fantasy points a game and with a best of 146.
- Azmatullah Omarzai(AFG)
8 runs and 2 wickets in 2 matches in UAE ODI Tri-Series 2026 makes Azmatullah Omarzai one of AFG's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 58.5 fantasy points a game and with a best of 79.
- Brad Evans(ZIM)
Brad Evans brings 19 runs and 7 wickets in 2 matches to this fixture for ZIM, averaging 140 fantasy points a game and with a best of 159.
- Sikandar Raza(ZIM)
Sikandar Raza has 52 runs and 3 wickets in 2 matches for ZIM in UAE ODI Tri-Series 2026, averaging 80 fantasy points a game and with a best of 92.
Form guide
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Key players in the squads
- Azmatullah Omarzai · All-rounder
- Hashmatullah Shahidi · Batter
- Rahmanullah Gurbaz · Wicketkeeper
- Rashid Khan · Bowler
- Fazalhaq Farooqi · Bowler
- Ibrahim Zadran · Batter
- 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
When is AFG vs ZIM?
Afghanistan vs Zimbabwe is scheduled for 23 October 2026 at 5:00 PM IST at Sharjah Cricket Stadium in UAE ODI Tri-Series 2026.
Where can I follow AFG vs ZIM live score?
Follow ball-by-ball live score, confirmed playing XI and the full scorecard on this page. Fantasy points and the match leaderboard update automatically once play starts.
What is the pitch report for Sharjah Cricket Stadium?
All three group games were played at the Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium in Abu Dhabi, so the final is a change of ground. Sharjah has long had a reputation for slow surfaces that help spin, but confirm it with the pitch report at the toss before you lock your team.
Who should be captain for AFG vs ZIM in fantasy cricket?
Rashid Khan is a strong captain pick, with Brad Evans as vice-captain. 8 runs and 8 wickets in 2 matches for AFG in UAE ODI Tri-Series 2026 at 159 points a game, a high-floor pick. A reliable 2× multiplier choice.
What is the head-to-head record between Afghanistan and Zimbabwe?
In 1 completed meeting tracked on CricketDream, Afghanistan have won 1 and Zimbabwe 0. Afghanistan lead.
Who will win AFG vs ZIM?
Afghanistan are favourites after two wins from two and a heavy win over Zimbabwe in this tournament. A final is a single game though, and Zimbabwe have shown they can score big when their top order stays in, as they did against Bangladesh. Team news and the toss matter more than the head-to-head, so check the confirmed XI before the lock.
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.