Bangladesh vs Afghanistan, ICC Cricket World Cup 2019: Match prediction

Bangladesh are the slight favourites for their game with Afghanistan in the World Cup 2019 due to their experienced batsmen.

Updated on Jun 23, 2019  |  10:06 PM IST |  1.4M
Bangladesh vs Afghanistan, ICC Cricket World Cup 2019: Match prediction
Bangladesh vs Afghanistan, ICC Cricket World Cup 2019: Match prediction

The Cricket World Cup 2019 had lost its steam after a cracking start. Rain interruptions, cancelled games and one-sides matches ensured that fans and critics were hoping for some tight encounters to up the oomph factor in the tournament. 

With three edge-of-the-seat thrillers, the tournament has seemed to get back on track, and we can expect yet another close and exciting game when Afghanistan meet Bangladesh on Monday. Both teams have fought well - with Bangladesh winning against South Africa and West Indies - while Afghanistan have not yet got a win but have won hearts with their never-say-die attitude. 

At the Rose Bowl, the two teams will be looking to get a win under their belt. The track here has been sluggish and flat, with spinners getting a huge say in the games that have been held here. Initially, the ball has moved around as well, with spinners getting adequate help as the match progresses. 

With both teams having good spinners - Afghanistan have Rashid Khan, Mujeeb Ur Rahman and Mohammed Nabi, while Bangladesh have Shakib Al Hasan and Mehidy Hasan Miraz - how the batters tackle the spin threat will be crucial. 

With Bangladesh having more experienced, talented and more solid batsmen with a better technique, they, hence, are the favourites.

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