Eng vs AFg 8th Match Dream11 Prediction – Who Will Win Today?
Afghanistan will meet England in the 8th Match of ICC Champions Trophy 2025. This will be the 2nd group match for both these sides. They will face off at 26th February at Lahore. Here is a look at the Eng vs Afg predictions, the pitch report, and the players to watch-out for during the game.
ENG vs AFG Preview
Both England and Afghanistan have had their lapses. In such a tough group, neither side would want to drop points. Lahore usually supports the spinners, hence, with a quality spin attack Afghanistan do possess the skill to topple England.
The Afghan side also have the psychological advantage over England. They defeated them in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 by 69 runs and ever since, England are waiting for a revenge. This game is indeed important because South Africa and Australia are two powerhouses and favorites to qualify from this group. Both Afghanistan and England have to work hard if they wish to play the next round.
With help available for spinners, England would want Adil Rashid to deliver well for them. Rashid has been good in patches, but needs to be extremely consistent in a rather inexperienced bowling lineup. Mark Wood can also prove to be threatening with his fierce pace. Overall, Afghanistan will begin this game as favorites.
AFG vs ENG Head to Head Record
In ODIs
| Team | Played | Won | Lost | Tie | NR |
| Afghanistan | 3 | 1 | 2 | NIL | NIL |
| England | 3 | 2 | 1 | NIL | NIL |
In Champions Trophy
This is Afghanistan’s debut in Champions Trophy.
ENG vs AFG Champions Trophy Game 8 Weather and Pitch Report
The weather on 26th February 2025 is expected to be cloudy at the Gaddafi Stadium Lahore. 40 percent cloud cover is expected. Rain is predicted for 27th Feb, so we can expect plenty of clouds overhead. This can assist the pacers. The traditional Gaddafi Stadium pitch however, supports the batters and spinners.
Toss Report ENG vs AFG Champions Trophy 2025
Bowling first will be a good option here. Cloud and slight moisture early on can help the pacers. Both sides have got at least one good pacer and they should look to utilize that chance.
Gaddafi Cricket Stadium Records
Both sides have a disappointing record at this venue. Afghanistan are winless at Gaddafi with 2/2 defeats in ODIs. England on the other hand have played 6 ODIs here and have lost 4.
Players to Watch-Out For
| Players | Team | Role | Recent Form |
| Rahmanullah Gurbaz | Afghanistan | WK Batter | Excellent |
| Rashid Khan | Afghanistan | Spin Bowling All Rounder | Good |
| Ben Duckett | England | Opening Batter | Excellent |
| Mark Wood/Saqib Mahmood | England | Pacer | Decent |
In such conditions, starts matter a lot. Gurbaz and Duckett, both play aggressive brand of cricket and give their side a flying start. Both of them will try their level best to do it in this game as well, and if not stopped, the bowling side will regret it.
Rashid Khan’s leg break will be very important. The track’s support for the spinners make it ideal for a spinner of Rashid Khan’s caliber. Moreover, Mark Wood and Saqib Mahmood will be important for England due to the cloudy conditions. If there is even the slightest of help present for pacers, Mark Wood and Saqib Mahmood would be unplayable.
