The Afghanistan vs Hong Kong Asia Cup 2025 group match will be an exciting game at Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi. With both teams looking to grab vital points, this match will be a significant game in regard to both teams’ journey in the Asia Cup 2025. This article includes a full Afghanistan vs Hong Kong match preview, playing XI, Dream 11 fantasy tips, pitch report, head-to-head stats, and match prediction.
Afghanistan vs Hong Kong Match Preview, Asia Cup 2025
| Category | Details |
| Match | Afghanistan vs Hong Kong, 1st Match, Group B, Asia Cup 2025 |
| Date & Time | 9 September 2025, 07:30 PM LOCAL (18:30 IST) |
| Venue | Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi |
| Teams | Afghanistan (AFG), Hong Kong (HK) |
| Series | Asia Cup, 2025 |
| Toss Result | To be decided |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 144 |
| Average 2nd Innings Score | 132 |
| Highest Total | 225-7 (Ireland vs Afghanistan) |
| Lowest Total | 84-10 (South Africa vs Bangladesh) |
| Highest Individual Score | 117* (Shaiman Anwar) |
| Best Bowling Figures | 4/13 (Craig Young) |
| Percentage Wickets – Pace | 64.08% |
| Percentage Wickets – Spin | 35.92% |
| Teams’ Recent Head-to-Head | Afghanistan won 3, Hong Kong won 2 (last 5 encounters in Asia Cup and T20Is) |
| Streaming Platform | Sonyliv |
| Broadcasting Platform | Sony Sports |
While Afghanistan is hoping to gain momentum as they head into the knockout stages of the tournament, this Afghanistan vs Hong Kong group game at Sheikh Zayed Stadium is crucial since Hong Kong will be aiming for a surprise result to keep their campaign alive.
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Afghanistan vs Hong Kong Playing XI & Squad 2025
Predicted Afghanistan Playing XI 2025
- Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk)
- Ibrahim Zadran
- Hashmatullah Shahidi (c)
- Najibullah Zadran
- Mohammad Nabi
- Gulbadin Naib
- Azmatullah Omarzai
- Rashid Khan
- Noor Ahmad
- Fazalhaq Farooqi
- Naveen-ul-Haq
Afghanistan squad 2025 analysis: Strong spin attack led by Rashid Khan and Noor Ahmad will be key. Batting depth with Gurbaz and Shahidi provides balance.
Predicted Hong Kong Playing XI 2025
- Nizakat Khan (c)
- Yasim Murtaza
- Babar Hayat
- Kinchit Shah
- Zeeshan Ali (wk)
- Aizaz Khan
- Haroon Arshad
- Ehsan Khan
- Ayush Shukla
- Mohammad Ghazanfar
- Aftab Hussain
Hong Kong squad 2025 analysis: Babar Hayat and Nizakat Khan are the batting anchors. Their bowling relies heavily on spin in UAE conditions.
AFG vs HK Squad for Asia Cup 2025
| Afghanistan Squad | Role | Hong Kong Squad | Role |
| Rashid Khan (Captain) | All-rounder | Yasim Murtaza (Captain) | Batter |
| Rahmanullah Gurbaz | Wicketkeeper-Batter | Babar Hayat | Batter |
| Ibrahim Zadran | Batter | Zeeshan Ali | Batter |
| Darwish Rasooli | Batter | Nizakat Khan | Batter |
| Sediqullah Atal | Batter | Nasrulla Rana | All-rounder |
| Azmatullah Omarzai | All-rounder | Martin Coetzee | All-rounder |
| Karim Janat | All-rounder | Anshuman Rath | Batter |
| Mohammad Nabi | All-rounder | Kalhan Marc Challu | All-rounder |
| Gulbadin Naib | All-rounder | Ayush Ashish Shukla | Batter |
| Sharafuddin Ashraf | All-rounder | Mohammad Aizaz Khan | Bowler |
| Mohammad Ishaq | Wicketkeeper | Ateeq ul Rehman Iqbal | All-rounder |
| Mujeeb Ur Rahman | Bowler | Kinchit Shah | All-rounder |
| Noor Ahmad | Bowler | Adil Mehmood | Bowler |
| Naveen-ul-Haq | Bowler | Haroon Mohammad Arshad | Bowler |
| Fazalhaq Farooqi | Bowler | Ali Hassan | Bowler |
| Fareed Ahmad Malik | Bowler | Shahid Wasif | Bowler |
| Allah Ghazanfar | Bowler | Ghazanfar Mohammad | Bowler |
Expert Tips & AFG vs HK Dream11 Prediction
The Afghanistan vs Hong Kong Dream11 prediction leans toward Afghanistan, due to having many options of quality spinners and explosive hitters. Though Hong Kong players could be very good differential picks.
Top Fantasy Pick:
- Afghanistan: Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Rashid Khan, Fazalhaq Farooqi
- Hong Kong: Babar Hayat, Nizakat Khan, Ehsan Khan
Captaincy Choices:
- Best: Rashid Khan
- Risky: Rahmanullah Gurbaz
Indibet’s Expert Tip: Spinners will prevail in the UAE conditions. Look at 3 or more spin options for your AFG vs HK fantasy cricket team.
Sheikh Zayed Stadium Pitch Report & Conditions
The pitch report for Sheikh Zayed Stadium indicates a slow surface that suits spinners. Batting under lights in the second innings is difficult.
- Average score in 1st innings: 150-160
- The Dew factor will assist in chasing sides
- Expect spinners to dominate the middle overs
Under the Abu Dhabi conditions, Afghanistan’s spin attack will be crucial, while Hong Kong will want to get their spinners into the game.
Afghanistan vs Hong Kong Head-to-Head Record & Stats
| Teams | Matches | Won | Lost | No Result | Tied | Home Won | Away Won | Neutral Won |
| Hong Kong | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Afghanistan | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
In the head-to-head stats between Afghanistan and Hong Kong in international cricket, Afghanistan have won 3 of the now 5 games played. Hong Kong has won 2. Furthermore, interestingly enough, both countries have picked up all their victories so far in neutral venues, Afghanistan 3 and Hong Kong 2. There isn’t a tie or a no result in any of their games so far, either.
The record shows how well-matched the two teams are. In the upcoming Asia Cup 2025, the two teams attach to their next game in this rivalry will only add to the anticipation of their game at Sheikh Zayed Stadium. When two teams have similar head-to-head records, it is likely that fans can expect an entertaining game. Both teams will want to take bragging rights and improve on their head-to-head records in a tournament setting.
Live Score, Toss Prediction & Streaming Guide
Afghanistan vs Hong Kong Live Score
Fans can follow the AFG vs HK live score updates on Indibet apk, ESPNcricinfo, and the official Asia Cup website.
Toss Prediction
At Sheikh Zayed Stadium, teams prefer chasing due to the dew. AFG vs HK Indibet’s toss prediction: The team winning the toss will likely bowl first.
Live Streaming
- India: Star Sports, Disney+ Hotstar
- UAE & MENA: Etisalat, StarzPlay
- Pakistan: PTV Sports
- Other regions: Willow TV, TNT Sports
Afghanistan vs Hong Kong Match Prediction & Result
With current form, squad balance, and conditions playing a part, Afghanistan have to be considered heavy favorites. Afghanistan boasts spinners and power hitters that give it a distinct advantage.
- Indibet’s Match Prediction: Ukraine vs Canada will win with something to spare
- X-Factor Players: Rashid Khan and Rahmanullah Gurbaz
- Best Piece for Hong Kong: It’s to try and get early wickets with the new ball and to have a disciplined spin attack.
FAQs: Afghanistan vs Hong Kong 5th match Asia Cup 2025
Q1. What is the pitch report for the Afghan vs HK match in Sheikh Zayed Stadium?
The pitch itself is slow, which should favor the spinners with an average score between 150 – 160.
Q2. Who are the key players in this AFG vs HK Asia Cup 2025 match?
Rashid Khan, Gurbaz, and Farooqi for Afghanistan; Babar Hayat and Nizakat Khan for Hong Kong.
Q3. Where to watch Afghanistan vs Hong Kong live streaming?
The match will be streamed live on Star Sports & Disney+Hotstar in India, PTV Sports in Pakistan, and Willow TV in the USA.
Q4. Who will win the Afghanistan vs HK Asia Cup 2025 match?
Expert prediction: Afghanistan is the favorite with their spin attack.
Conclusion
The Afghanistan vs Hong Kong head-to-head record indicates a fairly equal rivalry. Afghanistan holds a slight advantage at 3-2. Both teams meet again at the Asia Cup 2025 at Sheikh Zayed Stadium. Indibet Fans can expect another exciting fixture that could tilt the statistics somewhat in favor of either side.
