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ODI Tri-Nation Series in UAE 2026 Final: Afghanistan vs Zimbabwe

ODI Tri-Nation Series in UAE 2026 Final: Afghanistan vs Zimbabwe

Fri, Oct 23 PDT5:00 AM PDT

Championship Battle in Sharjah: The ODI Tri-Nation Series in UAE 2026 reaches its grand climax under the desert lights at Sharjah Cricket Stadium as Afghanistan clash with Zimbabwe in the Final on Friday, October 23, 2026! Following an impressive, undefeated group stage—including Monday's commanding 158-run triumph where Sediqullah Atal's century (102) and Rashid Khan's 4/17 dismantled the Chevrons—the Blue Tigers enter as heavy favorites to lift the trophy. However, Sikandar Raza's fighting Zimbabwe side aims to rewrite the script on Sharjah's shorter boundaries and claim a landmark title victory. Stream every powerplay boundary, key spin variation, and live scorecard directly on Willow by Cricbuzz via TrillerTV.

High-Stakes Championship Final in Sharjah
The final brings the three-nation event to an exciting conclusion in Sharjah. Navigating early powerplay movement under the afternoon sun and neutralizing middle-overs spin on a drying track will be crucial for taking home the trophy.

For Afghanistan, captained by Hashmatullah Shahidi (with Rahmat Shah providing strong leadership support), maintaining top-order run-rate acceleration and unleashing their world-class spin attack are key. Powered by in-form batters Sediqullah Atal (fresh off his 102), Ibrahim Zadran (90 in Match 2), Rahmanullah Gurbaz, and Azmatullah Omarzai, alongside bowling masterclass from Rashid Khan (4/17), Fazalhaq Farooqi, and AM Ghazanfar, the Blue Tigers target a flawless series wrap-up.

For Zimbabwe, skippered by veteran Sikandar Raza (with Brendan Taylor assisting), surviving Afghanistan's powerplay pace and building steady top-order foundations are paramount. Supported by key performers—including Craig Ervine, Brian Bennett, Ryan Burl, and pace leader Brad Evans (who tops Zimbabwe's bowling charts with 7 wickets)—the Chevrons look to mount a fierce championship challenge.

Squads & Key Players

Afghanistan ODI Squad
Core Lineup / Key Performers: Hashmatullah Shahidi (C), Rahmat Shah, Sediqullah Atal (102 in Match 2), Ibrahim Zadran (90 in Match 2), Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan (4/17 in Match 2), Fazalhaq Farooqi (2/15), AM Ghazanfar, Ziaur Rahman, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Ikram Alikhil, Gulbadin Naib

Tactical Focus: Rapid top-order accumulation from Sediqullah Atal and Ibrahim Zadran, relentless middle-overs spin controls via Rashid Khan and AM Ghazanfar, and early swing bowling from Fazalhaq Farooqi.

Zimbabwe ODI Squad
Core Lineup / Key Performers: Sikandar Raza (C & 48 in Match 2), Brendan Taylor (wk), Craig Ervine, Brian Bennett (31 in Match 2), Ryan Burl (31), Wessly Madhevere, Brad Evans (7 wickets in tournament), Blessing Muzarabani, Wellington Masakadza, Ben Curran, Tafadzwa Tsiga, Ernest Masuku, Newman Nyamhuri

Tactical Focus: Top-order resistance led by Craig Ervine and Brendan Taylor against spin, middle-overs all-round authority through Sikandar Raza, and early new-ball breakthroughs via Brad Evans and Blessing Muzarabani.

Game Format & Playing Conditions
Format: One Day International (50 overs per side, Day-Night fixture).

Powerplays: Mandatory Powerplay 1 (Overs 1–10, max 2 fielders outside 30-yard circle); Powerplay 2 (Overs 11–40, max 4 fielders outside); Powerplay 3 (Overs 41–50, max 5 fielders outside).

Bowler Limit: Maximum 10 overs per bowler.

Pitch & Weather: Sharjah Cricket Stadium offers a fast batting track with short square boundaries. The surface provides subtle turn for slow bowlers during the afternoon before evening dew under floodlights eases run chasing. Clear, warm desert conditions around 33°C expected throughout the final. More

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Venue: Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
Categories: Cricket
Air Time: Fri, Oct 23 PDT 5:00 AM PDT

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