BAN U19 vs AFG U19 Dream11 Prediction – 3rd Youth ODI, Afghanistan U19 in Bangladesh 2025
The 3rd Youth One-Day International (ODI) between the Bangladesh Under‑19 cricket team (BAN U19) and the Afghanistan Under‑19 cricket team (AFG U19) is scheduled for 5 November 2025 at the Shahid Kamruzzaman Stadium in Rajshahi, Bangladesh. The hosts look to close out the series with victory, while Afghanistan will aim to level the contest and gain confidence moving forward.
Match Details
- Date: Wednesday, 5 November 2025
- Venue: Shahid Kamruzzaman Stadium, Rajshahi, Bangladesh
- Time: Around 10:00 AM IST
- Format: Youth ODI (50 overs)
- Match: 3rd in the series
- Series: Afghanistan Under-19 in Bangladesh, 2025
Team Previews
Bangladesh U19
Bangladesh U19 have shown strong form on home soil. Their batting unit features players capable of building long innings, and their bowling unit has been effective in both the power-play and middle overs. With home advantage and crowd support, they hold a slight edge in this fixture.
Afghanistan U19
Afghanistan U19 come in with enthusiasm and determination. While they have faced challenges in foreign conditions, their young squad possesses talented batters and bowlers who can change the course of the game. A good start with the bat or early breakthroughs with the ball could tip the balance in their favour.
Probable XIs (Tentative)
Bangladesh U19 – Tentative XI
- Zawad Abrar
- Rifat Beg
- Azizul Hakim Tamim
- Kalam Aleen
- Rizan Hossain
- Md Abdullah (wk)
- Samiun Basir Ratul
- Md Al Fahad
- Iqbal Hossain Emon
- Zawad Abrar (Bowler)
- Abdur Rahim
Afghanistan U19 – Tentative XI
- Azizullah Miakhil
- Barakatullah Kadada
- Osman Sadat
- Nazifullah Amiri
- Khalid Ahmadzai
- Nooristani Omarzai
- Hafeez Zadran
- Abdul Aziz
- Khatir Stanikzai
- Salman Ahmadzai
- Wahidullah Zadran
(Note: These are provisional and subject to official confirmation before the match.)
Top Fantasy Picks
- Azizul Hakim Tamim (BAN U19): Top-order batter with ability to play long innings—strong fantasy pick.
- Rizan Hossain (BAN U19): Reliable middle-order batter who can anchor the chase or accelerate late.
- Khalid Ahmadzai (AFG U19): Afghan batter with potential for big score in unfamiliar conditions—good differential.
- Nooristani Omarzai (AFG U19): Bowler likely to pick key wickets; useful value in fantasy line-ups.
- Iqbal Hossain Emon (BAN U19): Bowler who can deliver early breakthroughs—valuable pick from hosts.
- Khatir Stanikzai (AFG U19): All-rounder option; offers both batting and bowling upside.
- Samiun Basir Ratul (BAN U19): Young all-rounder; budget friendly pick who can click.
Captain & Vice-Captain Choices
- Captain (2× points): Azizul Hakim Tamim or Rizan Hossain
- Vice-Captain (1.5× points): Khalid Ahmadzai or Nooristani Omarzai
Match Prediction
Given home conditions, recent form and batting depth, Bangladesh U19 hold a clear edge going into this contest. Expect them to dominate if they bat first and set a solid total. If Afghanistan start well and their bowlers strike early, the match could tilt. Prediction: Bangladesh U19 to win by 6–8 wickets if chasing, or by 30–40 runs if defending.
Fantasy Tips
- Confirm final playing XI and toss announcement before locking in teams.
- Select at least one all-rounder for dual contribution.
- Focus on top-order batters and bowlers who bowl their full quota.
- Spread picks across both teams rather than over-loading one side.
- Keep an eye on pitch and weather: if there’s early morning moisture, bowlers might have an advantage early.
Conclusion
The 3rd Youth ODI between Bangladesh U19 and Afghanistan U19 presents good fantasy opportunities. Key players like Azizul Hakim Tamim, Rizan Hossain, Khalid Ahmadzai and Nooristani Omarzai should be considered. While Bangladesh U19 remain favourites, Afghanistan U19 hold the potential to surprise with strong performance.
