Afghanistan vs West Indies, T20 World Cup 2026: Dark Horses Seek Final Tune-up
As the T20 World Cup 2026 approaches, Afghanistan and the West Indies prepare for their final warm-up match. Both teams are considered dark horses in the tournament, with high hopes to make a significant impact.
Match Preview: Afghanistan vs West Indies
This warm-up game represents a crucial opportunity for both teams to refine their strategies before the main event. Afghanistan boasts a potent bowling attack, complemented by a promising batting lineup. If their batting performs well, they could potentially outplay some of the tournament’s stronger teams.
Conversely, the West Indies bring explosive batting power, known for their ability to dismantle any bowling attack on their day. As they gear up for this encounter, both teams will seek to address their weaknesses and solidify their game plans.
Afghanistan Squad
- Rahmanullah Gurbaz (w)
- Ibrahim Zadran
- Sediqullah Atal
- Darwish Rasooli
- Gulbadin Naib
- Azmatullah Omarzai
- Mohammad Nabi
- Shahidullah Kamal
- Rashid Khan (c)
- Fazalhaq Farooqi
- Noor Ahmad
- Naveen-ul-Haq
- Mujeeb Ur Rahman
- Mohammad Ishaq
- Ziaur Rahman Sharifi
- Abdullah Ahmadzai
West Indies Squad
- Brandon King
- Shai Hope (w/c)
- Shimron Hetmyer
- Rovman Powell
- Sherfane Rutherford
- Romario Shepherd
- Roston Chase
- Matthew Forde
- Jason Holder
- Jayden Seales
- Akeal Hosein
- Gudakesh Motie
- Shamar Joseph
- Quentin Sampson
- Johnson Charles
Both Afghanistan and the West Indies will look to this warm-up match as a vital step towards their quest for success in the T20 World Cup 2026. With the right adjustments, they could very well surprise spectators and competition alike.
