The Asia Cup 2025 will kick off with the first match between Afghanistan and Hong Kong at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi. Afghanistan will go into the match as favorites with their strong spin bowling and an experienced side, while Hong Kong will want to be disciplined in their fielding and try to put up a good fight. Here is our full match Afghanistan vs Hong Kong Asia Cup 2025 match preview, including pitch report, head-to-head stats, probable XIs and prediction.
Match Details—AFG vs HK Asia Cup 2025
Match: Afghanistan vs Hong Kong — Asia Cup 2025, Group Stage
Venue: Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi
Date & Time: 9th September 2025, 8:00 PM IST
Live Streaming: Sony Sports Network & SonyLIV
Pitch Report-AFG vs HK Asia Cup 2025
The Sheikh Zayed Stadium pitch usually offers a balance between bat and ball. Early in the innings, pacers may get some movement, but as the game progresses, spinners are expected to dominate. Dew could play a role in the second innings, making chasing slightly easier. A score around 160–170 can be competitive on this surface.
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Head-to-Head: AFG vs HK in T20Is
Afghanistan and Hong Kong have faced each other only a few times, with Afghanistan dominating the contests. Afghanistan has won 3 out of 5 matches, while Hong Kong has won 2 matches.
Recent Form
Last 5 T20Is
Afghanistan: L W W W L
Hong Kong: L W W L W
Probable Playing XIs
Afghanistan XI
Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Ibrahim Zadran, Sediqullah Atal, Gulbadin Naib, Karim Janat, Azmatullah Omarzai, Rashid Khan (c), Mohammad Nabi, AM Ghazanfar, Noor Ahmad, Fazalhaq Farooqi
Hong Kong XI
Babar Hayat, Zeeshan Ali (wk), Nizakat Khan, Anshuman Rath, Aizaz Khan, Yasim Murtaza (c), Nasrulla Rana, Ehsan Khan, Martin Coetzee, Ali Hassan, Ateeq Iqbal
Prediction
Afghanistan will enter this match as favorites due to their experienced and strong spin bowling.
FAQs
Q1: What time will Afghanistan vs Hong Kong Asia Cup 2025 match start?
The match begins at 8:00 PM IST at Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi.
Q2: Where can I watch Afghanistan vs Hong Kong Asia Cup 2025 live?
The game will be live on Sony Sports Network and streamed online on SonyLIV.
Q3: Who are the key players in Afghanistan vs Hong Kong match?
Key players include Rashid Khan, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, and Mohammad Nabi for Afghanistan, while Babar Hayat and Nizakat Khan are vital for Hong Kong.
Q4. Who won the most matches in AFG vs HK in T20Is?
Afghanistan won most matches against Hong Kong, with 3 wins out of 5 matches.