BD vs AFG refers to cricket matches between the national teams of Bangladesh and Afghanistan. These two sides have developed a competitive rivalry since Afghanistan's rise in international cricket.
As of June 2024, Bangladesh and Afghanistan have played 24 times across all formats:
| Format | Matches | Bangladesh Wins | Afghanistan Wins | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODIs | 16 | 10 | 6 | 0 |
| T20Is | 8 | 4 | 4 | 0 |
Bangladesh holds a slight edge in both ODIs and T20Is, though Afghanistan has shown significant improvement in recent years.
The most memorable encounter came during the 2018 Asia Cup, where Afghanistan defeated Bangladesh by 11 runs in a thrilling group stage match. This was Afghanistan's first victory against Bangladesh in ODIs.
In 2022, Bangladesh secured a historic win in Afghanistan's home ground, Sharjah, showcasing their growing dominance in the region.
While Bangladesh has been a full ICC member since 2000, Afghanistan gained Test status in 2017. Bangladesh's experience gives them an edge in longer formats, while Afghanistan's spin-heavy attack makes them formidable in limited-overs cricket.
According to the ICC rankings, Bangladesh consistently ranks higher than Afghanistan across all formats, though the gap has narrowed in recent years.
With both teams improving steadily, future BD vs AFG matches promise close contests. Afghanistan's young talent pipeline and Bangladesh's experienced campaigners ensure this rivalry will remain competitive.
Both teams are likely to face each other regularly in ICC events and bilateral series, providing fans with more exciting encounters.