SL vs AFG Dream11 Prediction Astrology – Asia Cup 2025, Group B T20 Clash
The Asia Cup 2025 Group B match between Sri Lanka (SL) and Afghanistan (AFG) is set to take place on 18 September 2025 at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi. Both teams are known for their explosive batting and world-class spin attacks, making this encounter one of the most anticipated in the Asia Cup 2025 schedule.
Fantasy cricket players, Dream11 users, and astrology-based match followers are keenly watching this clash, as both sides look to strengthen their chances of reaching the Asia Cup 2025 semi-finals.
Match Details – Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan, Asia Cup 2025
- Match: Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan, Group B, Asia Cup 2025 (T20)
- Date: 18 September 2025 (Thursday)
- Time: 7:30 PM IST | 6:00 PM Local Time
- Venue: Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi
- Tournament: Asia Cup 2025 (T20 Format)
- Stage: Group B Clash – must-win game for both teams
- Streaming / Live Telecast: Official broadcasters (TV & OTT apps)
👉 This Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan Asia Cup 2025 T20 match is a high-voltage battle where spinners, power-hitters, and death bowlers will dominate.
🌟 Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan Head-to-Head in T20Is
| Teams | Matches | Sri Lanka Wins | Afghanistan Wins | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SL vs AFG | 12 | 8 | 4 | 0 |
👉 Sri Lanka holds the edge historically, but Afghanistan has proven to be giant-killers, especially in Asia Cup tournaments where spinners dominate on UAE pitches.
🏏 Updated Probable Playing XIs – Asia Cup 2025
Sri Lanka (SL) – Probable XI
- Pathum Nissanka
- Kusal Mendis (wk)
- Charith Asalanka (c)
- Kamil Mishara
- Wanindu Hasaranga
- Kusal Perera
- Dasun Shanaka
- Kamindu Mendis
- Maheesh Theekshana
- Dushmantha Chameera
- Nuwan Thushara
Afghanistan (AFG) – Probable XI
- Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk)
- Ibrahim Zadran
- Najibullah Zadran
- Hashmatullah Shahidi (c)
- Mohammad Nabi
- Azmatullah Omarzai
- Karim Janat
- Rashid Khan
- Noor Ahmad
- Naveen-ul-Haq
- Fazalhaq Farooqi
📊 Key Player Stats (Asia Cup + T20I Records)
🔥 Sri Lanka Player Stats
- Kusal Mendis – 1,300+ T20I runs, Avg 30.5, SR 133 | Known for explosive starts in Asia Cup.
- Wanindu Hasaranga – 90+ T20I wickets, Economy 6.8 | Top wicket-taker for SL in Asia Cup 2022.
- Charith Asalanka – 950+ T20I runs, Avg 28.7, SR 132 | Match-winner in UAE conditions.
- Maheesh Theekshana – 45 wickets in 39 T20Is, Economy 6.7 | Mystery spinner effective in powerplay.
- Matheesha Pathirana – 28 wickets in 20 T20Is | Famous for yorkers in death overs.
🔥 Afghanistan Player Stats
- Rahmanullah Gurbaz – 1,400+ T20I runs, Avg 31, SR 138 | One of the best T20 openers globally.
- Rashid Khan – 135 wickets in 95 T20Is, Economy 6.4 | Asia Cup’s most dangerous spinner.
- Mohammad Nabi – 2,000+ T20I runs & 90 wickets | Afghanistan’s most experienced all-rounder.
- Ibrahim Zadran – 800+ T20I runs, Avg 33, SR 126 | Consistent anchor role.
- Fazalhaq Farooqi – 50 wickets in 40 T20Is, Economy 7.0 | Deadly with new ball in powerplay.
🏟️ Venue & Pitch Report – Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi
- Balanced pitch with help for both batters and spinners.
- Average 1st innings score in T20Is: 158 runs.
- Chasing teams win more often at this venue (56% success rate).
- Spinners dominate in middle overs – Hasaranga, Theekshana, Rashid, Noor Ahmad all set to play a huge role.
🔮 SL vs AFG Astrology & Fantasy Match Prediction
- Astrological Edge: Sri Lanka’s captain Wanindu Hasaranga (born July 29, Leo) is entering a favorable planetary phase, giving him confidence in leadership.
- Afghanistan’s Rashid Khan (born Sep 20, Virgo) is likely to shine with the ball as per planetary alignments around this match date.
- Fantasy Tip: Balance your Dream11 team with spinners from both sides and at least one death bowler (Pathirana / Farooqi).
🏆 Key Battles to Watch
- Kusal Mendis vs Fazalhaq Farooqi – Powerplay clash between attacking opener and swing bowler.
- Wanindu Hasaranga vs Rashid Khan – Spin duel that could decide the middle overs.
- Rahmanullah Gurbaz vs Pathirana – If Gurbaz survives powerplay, AFG could dominate.
📌 Dream11 Fantasy Team Picks
✅ Safe Captain Choices
✅ Risky Captain Picks
🥇 Top Fantasy Picks
- Batters: Kusal Mendis, Ibrahim Zadran
- All-rounders: Mohammad Nabi, Wanindu Hasaranga
- Bowlers: Rashid Khan, Matheesha Pathirana, Maheesh Theekshana
📊 Predicted Match Result – Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan, Asia Cup 2025
- Win Probability:
- Sri Lanka – 55%
- Afghanistan – 45%
👉 Sri Lanka starts as favorites due to balanced batting and spin depth, but Afghanistan’s top order and Rashid Khan’s magic could swing the game.
