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Get the best ZIM vs AFG Fantasy 11 prediction, cricket tips, playing XI updates, pitch report & injury news for the 2nd Test of Afghanistan tour of Zimbabwe. African nation Zimbabwe (ZIM) are all set to host Afghanistan (AFG) in the second and final Test match, scheduled to take place on Thursday, January 2. Notably, the game will be played at the Queens Sports Club, in Bulawayo. The series-opening game of the two-match Test series between these two nations ended in a draw. In this game, the two sides made a record-breaking 1,428 runs, which marks the highest total ever in a red-ball game in Zimbabwe.
Speaking about the first game, the hosts opted to bat first after winning the toss, and they took full advantage of a flat deck. The opening batter set the tone of the game with debutant Ben Curran hammering his maiden Test half-century. Sean Williams and Craig Ervine built a strong 163-run stand. However, it was star all-rounder William’s fiery knock that stole the limelight. The host’s innings was further bolstered by Brian Bennet, who made an unbeaten 110 to help Zimbabwe post 586 runs.
In reply to that, the visitors lost Sediqullah Atal for just three runs. However, a formidable stand unfolded between Rahmat Shah and Hashmatullah Shahidi as the duo put together a record-breaking 364-run stand, the largest in Afghanistan’s Test history. Rahmat Shah hammered 242 runs from 474 balls while skipper Shahidi struck 246 off 474 balls to help the side post 699 runs. The hosts later made 142/4 on Day 5 before the game ended as a draw.
Match Information- ZIM vs AFG Fantasy 11 Prediction
Zimbabwe vs Afghanistan, 2nd Test
Afghanistan tour of Zimbabwe, 2 Jan 2025, Thur, 1:30 PM IST, Bulawayo
Probable PlayingXI
Zimbabwe
D Myers, Takudzwanashe Kaitano, CR Ervine(C), BJ Curran, Brian Bennett, Trevor Gwandu, N Nyamhuri, SC Williams, J Gumbie, B Muzarabani, B Mavuta
Bench: T Marumani, Sikandar Raza, R Ngarava, NP Mayavo, Johnathan Campbell, Takudzwa Chataira
Afghanistan
Sediqullah Atal, Hashmatullah Shahidi(C), R Shah, Abdul Malik, Azmatullah Omarzai, Afsar Zazai, N Zadran, Zia-ur-Rehman Akbar, Zahir Khan, Zahir Shehzad, Allah Mohammad
Bench: Rashid Khan, Farid Malik, IA Khil, Ismat Alam, Riaz Hussan, Bahir Shah, Yamin Ahmadzai, MI Abdulrahimzai, Ziaur Rahman Sharifi, Nasir Jamal, Bashir Ahmad
Injury News- No injuries have been reported so far and both sides are set to play with their full-strengthen squad.
Weather Report- Overcast Conditions
Win Prediction- Afghanistan
Pitch Condition- Batting Paradise
Avg 1st Inning Score- 400
Pitch Report
Captains- 7.5
Craig Ervine ZIM | bat
The Zimbabwe skipper has made 104 off 176 balls featuring ten boundaries in the first innings and hammered unbeaten 22 runs in later one. He will be looking to continue his great form in this second Test match. He will be looking to win this game to help his side wins the series under his leadership.
The Afghanistan skipper has made 246 off 474 balls featuring 21 boundaries in the series opening game. The stylish right-handed batter will be looking to continue his great form in this Test game. He will be looking to win this game to help his side wins the series under his leadership. In addition, his form with ball can give you additional fantasy points.
The Afghan star batter has made 234 runs from the 424 featuring 23 boundaries and three sixes in the game. The star batter will be looking to maintain his great form heading to this Test match. Shah is the match winner and game-changer in Test matches and might pose big threat to the home team.
Avoid Player Message- 5.5
Mohammad Ibrahim Abdulrahimzai- AFG | BOWL- 8.5
This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.
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