Bangladesh vs Afghanistan has quickly become one of the most exciting rivalries in T20 cricket. Since their first meeting in 2014, these two teams have produced nail-biting finishes, memorable performances, and some heated moments. Afghanistan holds the edge overall, but Bangladesh’s recent wins have shown their ability to challenge the Afghans in any condition.
Bangladesh vs Afghanistan T20I Head-to-Head Records
| Category | Bangladesh | Afghanistan |
|---|---|---|
| Matches Played | 12 | 12 |
| Wins | 5 | 7 |
| Losses | 7 | 5 |
| Highest Total | 157/8 (2019, Chattogram) | 167/5 (2018, Dehradun) |
| Lowest Total | 115 all out (2024, Kingstown) | 72 all out (2014, Mirpur) |
| Most Recent Match | Lost by 8 runs (Jun 24, 2024, Kingstown) | Won by 8 runs (Jun 24, 2024, Kingstown) |
Afghanistan leads the head-to-head 7-5, but the competition has been close in recent series.
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BAN vs AFG Match Results Timeline
| Date | Venue | Winner | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 24, 2024 | Kingstown | Afghanistan | 8 runs |
| Jul 16, 2023 | Sylhet | Bangladesh | 6 wickets |
| Jul 14, 2023 | Sylhet | Bangladesh | 2 wickets |
| Aug 30, 2022 | Sharjah | Afghanistan | 7 wickets |
| Mar 5, 2022 | Mirpur | Afghanistan | 8 wickets |
| Mar 3, 2022 | Mirpur | Bangladesh | 61 runs |
| Sep 21, 2019 | Chattogram | Bangladesh | 4 wickets |
| Sep 15, 2019 | Mirpur | Afghanistan | 25 runs |
| Jun 7, 2018 | Dehradun | Afghanistan | 1 run |
| Jun 5, 2018 | Dehradun | Afghanistan | 6 wickets |
| Jun 3, 2018 | Dehradun | Afghanistan | 45 runs |
| Mar 16, 2014 | Mirpur | Bangladesh | 9 wickets |
Top Performers in BAN vs AFG T20Is
| Category | Player | Team | Record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Most Runs | Litton Das | BAN | 227 runs |
| Mohammad Nabi | AFG | 220 runs | |
| Highest Individual Score | Mohammad Nabi | AFG | 84* (2018, Dehradun) |
| Best Bowling Figures | Nasum Ahmed | BAN | 4/10 (2022, Mirpur) |
| Rashid Khan | AFG | 4/12 (2018, Dehradun) | |
| Most Wickets | Rashid Khan | AFG | 22 wickets |
| Shakib Al Hasan | BAN | 15 wickets |
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Key Rivalry Moments:
- Dehradun 2018 Sweep: Afghanistan dominated the three-match series 3-0, led by Mohammad Nabi’s 84* and Rashid Khan’s match-winning spells.
- Mirpur 2022 Thriller: Nasum Ahmed’s 4/10 helped Bangladesh level the series, showing their fightback ability.
- Sylhet 2023 Comeback: Bangladesh chased down tough totals in back-to-back games, proving they can beat Afghanistan even on spinning tracks.
- 2024 Kingstown Clash: Afghanistan defended 115 in a low-scoring thriller, taking a 7-5 lead in the head-to-head.
The Bangladesh vs Afghanistan rivalry has grown rapidly over the last decade, with Afghanistan slightly ahead in T20Is. While Afghanistan’s spinners like Rashid Khan and Mujeeb Ur Rahman continue to trouble Bangladesh, the Tigers have matched them with strong batting performances in recent years. With Asia Cup and ICC events coming up, fans can expect more close contests between these two sides.
