**3rd ODI: Dominant Afghanistan Eye Historic Series Whitewash Over Bangladesh**
*By Parth Dhall | Oct 13, 2025 | 09:51 PM*
Afghanistan and Bangladesh are set to clash in the 3rd and final ODI at Abu Dhabi’s Sheikh Zayed Stadium. Led by Hashmatullah Shahidi, Afghanistan have dominated the series so far, securing an unassailable 2-0 lead. The Afghans bowled Bangladesh out for just 109 runs while defending a modest total of 190 in the second ODI.
With the series already won, Afghanistan now eye their maiden ODI series whitewash against Bangladesh, who enter this match with nothing to lose.
### Match Preview
**Pitch Report and Conditions**
The pitches at Sheikh Zayed Stadium have generally been slow, making boundary hitting a challenge for batters. While pacers enjoy some early movement, spinners play a crucial role throughout the match. The weather in Abu Dhabi promises another hot day, with no rain forecasted, ensuring a full game.
### Team Insights
**Afghanistan’s Bowling Strength**
Afghanistan’s success has largely been powered by their bowling attack. Azmatullah Omarzai has impressed with six wickets so far, while Rashid Khan made history in the 2nd ODI by taking a fifer, becoming the leg-spinner with the second-most five-wicket hauls in ODIs. Despite their bowling dominance, Afghanistan’s batting has shown some inconsistency, particularly through the middle overs.
**Bangladesh’s Struggles**
Bangladesh have struggled to find consistent performers in their batting lineup. Their top order faltered in the 2nd ODI, leading to a heavy defeat and putting them on the backfoot entering the final match.
### Team News
Rahmat Shah will miss the final ODI due to injury. Darwish Rasooli is expected to step in to strengthen Afghanistan’s middle order.
**Probable Afghanistan XI:**
Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wicket-keeper), Ibrahim Zadran, Sediqullah Atal, Darwish Rasooli, Hashmatullah Shahidi (captain), Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan, AM Ghazanfar, Nangeyalia Kharote, Bashir Ahmad.
**Probable Bangladesh XI:**
Tanzid Hasan, Saif Hassan, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Towhid Hridoy, Mehidy Hasan Miraz (captain), Nurul Hasan (wicket-keeper), Jaker Ali, Rishad Hossain, Tanzim Hasan, Tanvir Islam, Mustafizur Rahman.
### Notable Stats
– Rashid Khan has taken eight wickets in just two ODIs this series and recorded a fifer in the 2nd ODI, solidifying his status as one of the best leg-spinners in the format.
– Afghanistan’s total of 190 in the 2nd ODI remains the lowest first-innings score in 55 matches played in Abu Dhabi.
– The Afghan team is now on the brink of achieving their first-ever ODI series whitewash, marking a historic milestone in their cricketing journey.
The 3rd ODI promises to be an exciting encounter as Afghanistan look to complete a commanding series victory, while Bangladesh aim to salvage pride and momentum ahead of future fixtures.
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