Date: Sunday, November 9, 2025
Time: 8:00 AM Local Time (8:30 AM IST)
Venue: Shahid Kamruzzaman Stadium, Rajshahi, Bangladesh
Series: Afghanistan Under-19s tour of Bangladesh 2025
Match Type: 5th Youth ODI (Series Decider)
Toss: Not yet decided
Series Status: Afghanistan Under-19s lead the 5-match series 2-1
Weather and Pitch Report
The weather forecast shows sunny conditions with temperatures around 27°C, humidity at 57%, and light winds of 9 km/h. No rain is expected, which means we should get a full 50-over contest.
The Shahid Kamruzzaman Stadium in Rajshahi has hosted three matches in this series. The pitch has generally offered something for both batters and bowlers. Spinners have played a key role, while fast bowlers have found movement early on.
Likely Playing XIs
Note: Official playing XIs have not been confirmed yet. These lineups are based on squad information and recent performances (Source: ESPNcricinfo, Sports Dunia).
Bangladesh Under-19s (Likely XI)
- Azizul Hakim Tamim (c)
- Kalam Siddiki
- Md Rizan Hossan
- Zawad Abrar (vc)
- Md Abdullah (wk)
- Samiun Basir Ratul
- Rifat Beg
- Iqbal Hossain Emon
- Al Fahad
- Rafi Uzzaman
- Debasish Sarkar Deba / Farid Hasan Faysal
Afghanistan Under-19s (Likely XI)
- Mehboob Khan (c/wk)
- Uzairullah Niazai
- Khalid Ahmadzai
- Azizullah Miakhil
- Faisal Khan Ahmadzai
- Barakatullah Kadada
- Khatir Stanikzai
- Wahidullah Zadran
- Zaitullah Shaheen
- Rustam Niazai
- Mahboob Khan / Osman Sadat
Players to Watch
Top Batters
| Player | Team | Recent Form | Why Watch |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uzairullah Niazai | Afghanistan U19 | 243 runs in series | Scored a brilliant 140* in the first ODI. Afghanistan’s most dangerous batter. |
| Kalam Siddiki | Bangladesh U19 | 172 runs in series | Made 101 in the opening match. Key to Bangladesh’s batting hopes. |
| Md Rizan Hossan | Bangladesh U19 | Strong middle-order | Power hitter who can change games quickly with big hitting. |
Top Bowlers
| Player | Team | Recent Form | Why Watch |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iqbal Hossain Emon | Bangladesh U19 | 12 wickets in series | Series leading wicket-taker with two five-wicket hauls including 6-51 in the 4th ODI. In outstanding form. |
| Wahidullah Zadran | Afghanistan U19 | 7 wickets in series | Afghanistan’s strike bowler who can break partnerships. |
| Zaitullah Shaheen | Afghanistan U19 | 5 wickets in series | Spin bowling threat on Rajshahi wickets. |
What to Expect
This is a series decider with everything on the line. Afghanistan comes into this match with confidence after winning the fourth ODI and leading the series 2-1. However, Bangladesh will be playing at home in Rajshahi and will be desperate to level the series.
Both teams are preparing for the ICC U19 World Cup 2026 co-hosted by Zimbabwe and Namibia, making this series important for building team confidence and testing combinations.
Bangladesh’s strength lies in their bowling attack, especially Iqbal Hossain Emon, who has been outstanding. If their bowlers can contain Afghanistan’s aggressive batting lineup, the home team has a good chance.
Afghanistan will rely heavily on Uzairullah Niazai, who has been in superb form. His ability to play long innings and anchor the batting has been crucial for the visitors.
Prediction
This match could go either way. Afghanistan has the momentum and confidence from recent wins, while Bangladesh has home advantage and a world-class bowling attack led by Emon.
Our Pick: Bangladesh U19 to win narrowly. Playing at home with passionate support, and with Emon in red-hot form, the hosts should edge this thriller to level the series 2-2. However, expect a close contest that could be decided in the final overs.