Afghanistan will be playing Test matches, One Day Internationals (ODIs), and T20 games, taking on some of the strongest cricketing nations. Their journey includes major tours and multi-team tournaments, where they will face tough challenges. The team has already proven its ability to win T20 matches on any given day, is improving its consistency in ODIs, and is ready to make a mark in Test cricket. This FTP will test their skills and bring exciting opportunities.

The big question remains – when will Afghanistan become a full-time global contender? Can this FTP push them closer to becoming a World Cup-winning team? With immense talent, strong passion, and now a structured schedule, Afghanistan’s journey to greatness is well underway.

Afghanistan Cricket Team FTP Schedule and Fixtures (2024-2027)

The Afghanistan Cricket Team’s ICC Future Tours Program (FTP) for 2024-2027 has been officially announced. This schedule outlines all the upcoming Test matches, ODIs, and T20 series that Afghanistan will participate in over the next few years.

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This game is almost like a quarter-final because the winner will secure a semi-final spot.

• Australia has three points from two matches. They beat England, but their game against South Africa was washed out.
• Afghanistan lost their first game to South Africa but made a strong comeback by defeating England.

Even if Australia loses, they might still qualify if England beats South Africa by a huge margin, which seems unlikely based on current form.

Afghanistan vs Australia – Head-to-Head in ODIs

• Total Matches: 4
• Australia Wins: 4
• Afghanistan Wins: 0

Australia has dominated Afghanistan in ODIs, winning all four encounters so far.

Match Details – AFG vs AUS, ICC Champions Trophy 2025

Date: February 28, Friday
Time: 2:30 PM IST | 09:00 AM GMT | 01:00 PM LOCAL
Venue: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

Predicted Playing XIs

Afghanistan’s Possible XI:

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

Australia’s Possible XI:

Matthew Short, Travis Head, Steve Smith (c), Marnus Labuschagne, Josh Inglis (wk), Alex Carey, Glenn Maxwell, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa, Spencer Johnson.

Pitch Report – Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

The pitch at Gaddafi Stadium is great for batting, and the short boundaries make it even better for big scores.

• The first two matches at this venue were high-scoring.
• Australia chased 352 against England here.
• England almost chased 326 against Afghanistan, falling short by just 8 runs.

Fast bowlers might struggle, but cutters and slower deliveries could be effective.

Dream11 Captaincy Pick – Travis Head

• Travis Head is a top captaincy option for this match.
• He failed against England, but with Australia’s semi-final hopes at stake, he could step up.
• His ODI record in Lahore is impressive:
  • 101 & 89 in two matches
  • Two low scores in the other two

If Head gets going, he can win the match on his own.

Players to Watch Out For

1⃣ Travis Head – Australia’s aggressive opener, capable of big knocks.
2⃣ Azmatullah Omarzai – A key all-rounder who can contribute with both bat and ball.
3⃣ Steve Smith – Australia’s experienced leader, steady in pressure situations.

AFG vs AUS Match Prediction – Who Will Win?

Australia has more experience and a stronger squad. With a semi-final spot on the line, they will likely bring their best game.

AFG vs AUS Dream11 Prediction: Australia to defeat Afghanistan in Match 10.

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Both teams lost their opening matches, making this game a must-win for their chances of reaching the semi-finals.

• England scored 351 runs against Australia but still lost.
• Afghanistan struggled in their chase of 306 runs against South Africa, getting all out for 208.

Afghanistan shocked England in the 2023 World Cup—can they do it again? Or will England bounce back?

Afghanistan vs England – Head-to-Head in ODIs

• Total Matches: 3
• England Wins: 2
• Afghanistan Wins: 1

Afghanistan’s only win against England came in the 2023 World Cup, making this a high-stakes rematch.

Match Details – AFG vs ENG, ICC Champions Trophy 2025

Date: February 26, Wednesday
Time: 2:30 PM IST | 09:00 AM GMT | 01:00 PM LOCAL
Venue: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

Predicted Playing XIs

Afghanistan’s Possible XI:

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

England’s Possible XI:

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

Pitch Report – Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

The Gaddafi Stadium is a dream for batsmen with its flat pitch and short boundaries.

• In the last match here, Australia chased down 352 runs against England with 15 balls to spare.
• There is some swing movement for the bowlers early in the innings, but overall, it’s a batting-friendly pitch.

Expect a high-scoring match where bowlers will have to be at their best.

Dream11 Captaincy Pick – Joe Root

• Joe Root is a top captaincy choice for Dream11.
• He scored 68 off 78 balls against Australia, playing the perfect anchor role.
• Root has hit two fifties in his last three innings and is in good form.
• The flat pitch in Lahore suits his game, and he might even score a big hundred.
• Against Afghanistan in 2019, he made 88 off 82 balls.

Players to Watch Out For

1⃣ Joe Root – England’s best batsman in pressure situations.
2⃣ Jofra Archer – Can trouble Afghan batters with his pace.
3⃣ Rahmat Shah – Afghanistan’s most reliable ODI batsman.

AFG vs ENG Match Prediction – Who Will Win?

England has the stronger squad and is expected to bounce back from their loss to Australia.

AFG vs ENG Dream11 Prediction: England to win against Afghanistan in Match 8.

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Afghanistan vs South Africa – A Clash to Watch

Afghanistan has been making waves in international cricket, surprising top teams like Pakistan, England, and Australia in recent ICC tournaments. Meanwhile, South Africa has also been impressive, reaching the 2023 World Cup semi-final and the 2024 T20 World Cup final. Both teams are eager to continue their strong performances and aim for their first ICC trophy.

The last time these two teams played an ODI series in Sharjah, Afghanistan secured a historic series win against South Africa. Can they repeat that success?

Afghanistan vs South Africa Head-to-Head (ODIs)

• Total Matches: 5
• South Africa Wins: 3
• Afghanistan Wins: 2

Match Details – AFG vs SA, Champions Trophy 2025

Date: February 21, Friday
Time: 2:30 PM IST | 09:00 AM GMT | 01:00 PM LOCAL
Venue: National Stadium, Karachi

Predicted Playing XIs

Afghanistan’s Possible XI:

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

South Africa’s Possible XI:

Temba Bavuma (c), Tony de Zorzi, Aiden Markram, David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, Rassie van der Dussen, Heinrich Klaasen (wk), Keshav Maharaj, Marco Jansen, Lungi Ngidi, Kagiso Rabada.

Pitch Report – National Stadium, Karachi

The Karachi pitch is known to favor batters, but during the daytime, bowlers can find some assistance under the sun. The average first-innings winning score here since 2018 is 297 runs, meaning a high-scoring contest could be on the cards.

Dream11 Captaincy Pick – Rashid Khan

• Rashid Khan is a top choice for Dream11 Captain in this match.
• Since 2021, he has been one of the best ODI bowlers, taking 65 wickets at an average of 22.5.
• Against South Africa, he has taken 9 wickets in 4 ODIs at an average of 14.55, including a five-wicket haul.
• His batting has also improved, scoring 441 runs at a strike rate of 115.

Players to Watch Out For

1⃣ Rashid Khan – Afghanistan’s star all-rounder with match-winning abilities.
2⃣ Azmatullah Omarzai – A reliable middle-order batter and useful bowler.
3⃣ Temba Bavuma – South Africa’s captain and key run-scorer.

Match Prediction – Who Will Win?

Afghanistan has shown they can challenge big teams, and given their recent form, they have a strong chance to defeat South Africa in Match 3 of the Champions Trophy 2025.

AFG vs SA Dream11 Prediction: Afghanistan to win against South Africa.

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