Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Cricket World Cup 2023: Expected lineups, head-to-head, toss, predictions and betting odds

Bangladesh are set to commence their ICC ODI World Cup campaign on Saturday against Afghanistan at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association [HPCA] Stadium in Dharamsala.

Over the past few years, the two teams have frequently faced each other in various cricket formats, and this match provides them with an opportunity to establish their dominance on the global stage.

Young pacer Tanzim Hasan Sakib has been in remarkable form and is expected to play a pivotal role in the team's performance. Additionally, the inclusion of veteran Mahmudullah Riyad, who was a last-minute addition to the squad, will be a point of interest.

However, all eyes will be on skipper Shakib Al-Hasan as he is the marquee player of the side with both bat and ball. 

On the other hand, Afghanistan's spinners are expected to play a crucial role in the match. Rashid Khan, Mohammad Nabi, Mujeeb ur Rahman and Noor Ahmad provide variety in their bowling department which could prove to be the difference-maker.

The combination of spin along with pacers like Fazalhaq Farooqi and Naveen ul Haq will be key to dismantling the Bangladesh batting lineup. 

Bangladesh vs Afghanistan: Predicted line-up 

PredictedXIforBangladesh: Litton Das, Tanzid Hasan, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Mushfiqur Rahim (wk), Shakib Al Hasan (C), Mahmudullah, Mahedi Hasan, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Tanzim Hasan Sakib

PredictedXIforAfghanistan: Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmat Shah, Najibullah Zadran, Mohammad Nabi, Hashmatullah Shahidi (C), Rashid Khan, Mujeeb ur Rahman, Noor Ahmad, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Naveen ul Haq

Bangladesh vs Afghanistan: Head-to-head in ODIs

In One Day International (ODI) cricket, Bangladesh and Afghanistan have squared off against each other in a total of 15 matches. Out of these encounters, Bangladesh has emerged victorious in 9 matches, while Afghanistan has claimed victory in 6 games.

Bangladesh vs Afghanistan: Toss

The toss will take place at 1:30 pm IST. 

Bangladesh vs Afghanistan: Weather forecast in Dharamsala

The skies will be clear over Dharamsala indicating a lack of rain or cloud cover, which is favourable for cricket.

Bangladesh vs Afghanistan: Prediction for CWC 2023 match 

It is expected to be an intriguing battle between these two cricketing nations with Bangladesh having the edge over Afghanistan.

Bangladesh vs Afghanistan: Betting odds for CWC 2023 match

Bangladesh are the favourites with odds at 1.71 while Afghanistan are at 2.20.