AFG vs UAE Prediction Match 28- Who Will Win Today? ICC T20 World Cup 2026

AFG vs UAE Match Predictions. [Source - @acbofficials/x]

Afghanistan and the UAE are set to clash in Match 28 of the T20 World Cup 2026 on Monday, February 16 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. The contest begins at 11:00 AM IST, shaping up as a crucial late-morning Group stage encounter.

Afghanistan enter the fixture desperate for a turnaround after suffering two defeats, including a heartbreaking loss in a dramatic double Super Over against South Africa, leaving their Super 8 hopes hanging by a thread. 

On the other hand, the UAE, after facing defeat against New Zealand, bounced back strongly with a win over Canada and will be hoping to deliver their best performance yet to keep their qualification chances alive.

AFG vs UAE current form (last 5 matches)

AFG vs UAE: Key Players Battle

Muhammad Waseem vs Mujeeb Ur Rahman

The powerplay duel between UAE’s explosive opener Muhammad Waseem and Afghanistan spinner Mujeeb Ur Rahman promises fireworks. Waseem has excellent numbers against Mujeeb, striking at an astonishing 202.9 without being dismissed. With nearly 400 T20I runs against Afghanistan, including four fifties, Waseem will look to continue his domination, while Mujeeb will be crucial to break him early in the innings.

Rahmanullah Gurbaz vs Junaid Siddique

The early clash between Afghanistan’s in-form Rahmanullah Gurbaz and UAE’s Junaid Siddique promises high drama. Gurbaz has been in sensational form, excelling with bat in the last outing against South Africa, though he suffered a heartbreaking exit. Siddique, also in good touch, will be eager to strike early, having dismissed Gurbaz four times already in T20Is.

AFG vs UAE Top Performers

(Considering players from the current squad)

Most runs for AFG vs UAE

Ibrahim Zadran (266), Rahmanullah Gurbaz (233)

Most wickets for AFG vs UAE

Rashid Khan (18), Azmatullah Omarzai (5)

Most runs for UAE vs AFG

Muhammad Waseem (394), Alishan Sharafu (34)

Most wickets for UAE vs AFG

Junaid Siddique (7), Muhammad Jawadullah (7)

AFG vs UAE Toss Prediction

Arun Jaitley Stadium has been a balanced venue, offering assistance to both batters and bowlers in this T20 World Cup. However, with this being a day game, conditions are unlikely to change drastically as the match progresses. The surface generally remains consistent, making chasing a preferred option. The captain winning the toss is likely to bowl first, assess the conditions early, and look to hunt down the target.

Afghanistan vs UAE 1st innings score prediction

Powerplay: 48/1

Final score: 165/6

Afghanistan vs UAE 2nd innings score prediction

Powerplay: 55/2

Final score: 166/6

AFG vs UAE top players prediction

AFG’s top players

Probable best batters

Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmanullah Gurbaz

Probable best bowlers

Rashid Khan, Mujeeb Ur Rahman

UAE’s top players

Probable best batters

Muhammad Waseem, Alishan Sharafu

Probable best bowlers

Junaid Siddique, Muhammad Jawadullah

Who will hit the most sixes in the Afghanistan vs UAE Match 28?

Azmatullah Omarzai

Who will hit the most fours in the Afghanistan vs UAE Match 28?

Rahmanullah Gurbaz

AFG vs UAE Match Winner Prediction: Who Will Win Match 28?

The UAE enter this contest brimming with confidence after a morale-boosting victory in their previous match. With momentum on their side and belief growing within the squad, they will aim to maintain consistency and strengthen their chances of progressing further in the tournament.

Afghanistan, meanwhile, are desperate to respond after two successive defeats. With quality match-winners in their ranks and added urgency to open their account, they should have enough firepower and experience to challenge the UAE and secure their first win.