Afghanistan vs. Bangladesh test match in October:

Afghanistan vs. Bangladesh Test Cricket – Quick Overview

Detail	Information
Teams	Afghanistan vs Bangladesh
Format	Test Cricket
Series	Afghanistan vs Bangladesh 2026
Expected Month	October 2026
Location	United Arab Emirates
Test Matches	1
Afghanistan’s Key Threat	Spin Bowling
Bangladesh’s Key Strength	Test Experience
Main Players to Watch	Rashid Khan, Ibrahim Zadran, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Litton Das

Afghanistan vs Bangladesh Test 2026

The Test match is a part of Bangladesh’s October tour against Afghanistan. As of now, reports suggest that the series is set to comprise a single Test match in addition to three white ball fixtures, which are scheduled to take place in the United Arab Emirates. The specific date and venue of the Test match must be officially ratified by the respective cricket boards prior to the encounter.

Venue Quick Facts

Detail	Information
Host Team	Afghanistan
Expected Location	United Arab Emirates
Exact Stadium	Yet to be officially confirmed
Possible UAE Venues	Sharjah or Abu Dhabi
Conditions	Likely to assist spin as the match progresses
Series Month	October 2026

Afghanistan vs Bangladesh Head-to-Head:

Afghanistan and Bangladesh have faced each other more than once. Both teams have played a number of matches against each other in limited-over games. In their last few white-ball games, they have put on a spectacular show. Afghanistan has proven to be a strong competitor for Bangladesh.

AFGHANISTAN SQUAD:

No.	Player	Role

1

Hashmatullah Shahidi

Captain / Batter

2

Ibrahim Zadran

Opening Batter

3

Rahmat Shah

Batter

4

Afsar Zazai

Wicketkeeper-Batter

5

Azmatullah Omarzai

All-rounder

6

Gulbadin Naib

All-rounder

7

Rashid Khan

Leg Spinner

8

AM Ghazanfar

Off Spinner

9

Qais Ahmad

Leg Spinner

10

Nijat Masood

Fast Bowler

11

Naveen-ul-Haq

Fast Bowler

BANGLADESH SQUAD:

No.	Player	Role

1

Najmul Hossain Shanto

Batter

2

Mahmudul Hasan Joy

Opening Batter

3

Mominul Haque

Batter

4

Mushfiqur Rahim

Wicketkeeper-Batter

5

Litton Das

Wicketkeeper-Batter

6

Mehidy Hasan Miraz

All-rounder

7

Shakib Al Hasan

All-rounder

8

Taijul Islam

Left-arm Spinner

9

Nayeem Hasan

Off Spinner

10

Taskin Ahmed

Fast Bowler

11

Nahid Rana

Fast Bowler

Players to Watch

Rashid Khan – Afghanistan

Rashid Khan is one of the most dangerous match-winners for Afghanistan. His attacking spin makes him a key player for Bangladesh to keep an eye on.

Ibrahim Zadran – Afghanistan

A reliable and strong innings from Ibrahim Zadran in the Test match could be of great value to Afghanistan’s batters.

Mehidy Hasan Miraz – Bangladesh

Mehidy Hasan Miraz is a valuable all-rounder for Bangladesh. His ability to contribute in both departments could be vital on a spin-friendly pitch.

Litton Das – Bangladesh

Litton Das is an experienced batter who can add value to the top order with his attacking strokeplay. Given the right opportunities, he has the potential to turn a game on its head