The Asia Cup Series 2025, the 1st match of the group stage, will be played between Afghanistan and Hong Kong at Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi, on 9 September. This is set to be an exciting contest.
AFG vs HK – The 1st Match Preview, Asia Cup 2025
| Category | Details |
| Match No | 1st Match of Group Stage |
| Series | Asia Cup 2025 |
| Date | 9th September 2025 |
| Time | 07:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi |
Afghanistan v Hong Kong in the Asia Cup 2025 is exciting to see how the team plays, and how exciting the game will be. Also, stay connected with us and make the best team for dream 11 for the spectators.
Head-to-Head
| Total Matches | 5 |
| Afghanistan WIN | 3 |
| Hong Kong WIN | 2 |
| No Result | 0 |
Who Will Win The 1st Match Of The Asia Cup 2025?
Afghanistan’s greater experience, more potent spin attack, bowling depth, and steady T20 form make them the clear favorites going into the match. Despite their energy, Hong Kong does not have the penetration in spin and speed choices to continuously stifle Afghanistan’s strong lineup.
AFG vs HK Pitch Report – Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi
- The average score in the first innings is between 138 and 143 runs. The second innings average (~126–127) is a little lower.
- Teams pursuing have a slight edge—they win roughly 58–60% of T20 matches here, particularly when the ball is aided by dew in the second inning.
- Therefore, it is frequently the favored strategy to win the toss and decide to bowl second.
Possible 11 For The 1st Match Of the Asia Cup 2025
Afghanistan’s Possible 11 For The 1st Match Of the Asia Cup 2025
Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Ibrahim Zadran, Darwish Rasooli, Mohammad Nabi, Gulbadin Naib, Azmatullah Omarzai, Rashid Khan (c), Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Noor Ahmad, Naveen‑ul‑Haq, Fazalhaq Farooqi
Hong Kong’s Possible 11 For The 1st Match Of the Asia Cup 2025
Jamie Atkinson, Ryan Campbell, Babar Hayat, Mark Chapman, Anshy Rath, Nizakat Khan, Kinchit Shah, Tanwir Afzal ©, Aizaz Khan, Haseeb Amjad, Nadeem Ahmed
