The Asia Cup 2025 intensity rises in Group B as Bangladesh face Afghanistan in a virtual do-or-die encounter tonight. For Litton Das and his side, defeat would mean an early exit, while Afghanistan look to strengthen their grip on the group after a confident start.
Bangladesh began their campaign with promise against Hong Kong but stumbled badly in their clash with Sri Lanka, where their batting frailties resurfaced. A rare resistance from Jaker Ali and Shamim Hossain gave their innings some shape, but the team’s reliance on skipper Litton Das at the top remains glaring. The likes of Najmul Hossain Shanto and Towhid Hridoy need to rise quickly if Bangladesh are to mount a serious fight.
Bangladesh skipper Litton Das has won the toss and has elected to bat first against Afghanistan Both skippers after the toss: Litton Das: We'll bat first. All boys are excited for this game, this is a must win. The wicket looks a bit on the slower side, 160 would be a good total. It looks like a good batting surface. We have four changes - Taskin is coming back. We have three spinners and two pacers. Rashid Khan: Would have loved to bat first as well, but in T20 it doesn't really matter. Guys had a good off for three days and we got a good practice session. Our strength is our bowling unit, specially spin bowling. We still need to bowl well as a unit and hit the right areas consistently.
Their biggest hurdle comes in the form of Afghanistan’s formidable spin battery. Rashid Khan will spearhead an attack supported by Mohammad Nabi, the sharp Noor Ahmad, and emerging talent AM Ghazanfar. With openers Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Ibrahim Zadran in steady form, and Najibullah Zadran offering big-hitting muscle, Afghanistan have both balance and momentum on their side, leaving Bangladesh to chase resilience and belief to stay alive.
But how can fans watch the live streaming and telecast of the match globally? Take a look.
| Asia Cup 2025: Bangladesh vs Afghanistan broadcast details | ||
| Country/Region | TV Channel(s) | Online Streaming Platform(s) |
| India | Sony Sports Network | SonyLIV |
| Pakistan | Ten Sports | Tapmad app and website |
| Bangladesh | Gazi TV | Rabbithole, Tofee app and website |
| Sri Lanka | Sri Lanka Rupavahini Corporation (SLRC) | SLRC digital platforms possible |
| Afghanistan | Ariana TV | Ariana TV app/website (likely) |
| United Arab Emirates (Host) | CricLife MAX via eLife TV, Switch TV | CricLife MAX (streaming) |
| United Kingdom | TNT Sports 1 | TNT Sports app |
| MENA Regions | STARZPLAY via CricLife MAX | STARZPLAY |
| Australia | Not specifically listed (regional platforms may apply) | YuppTV (streaming) |
| South Africa | SuperSport | SuperSport OTT |
| New Zealand | Not specifically listed | YuppTV (streaming) |
How to Watch Bangladesh vs Afghanistan in Asia Cup 2025 Online: Live Streaming and Telecast Information
When will the Bangladesh vs Afghanistan match take place in the Asia Cup 2025?
Bangladesh will go toe-to-toe with Afghanistan in match 9 of the Asia Cup 2025 on Monday, September 16.
What will be the venue for the Bangladesh vs Afghanistan match in the Asia Cup 2025 on September 16?
The match between Bangladesh and Afghanistan will take place at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai.
What time will the toss take place for the Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Asia Cup 2025 match?
The toss for the Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Asia Cup 2025 match will take place at 7:30 PM IST.
What time will the first ball of the Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Asia Cup 2025 match be bowled?
The Bangladesh vs Afghanistan match in the Asia Cup 2025 will begin at 8:00 PM IST.
Where to watch the live telecast of the Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Asia Cup 2025 match in Bangladesh?
The live telecast of the Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Asia Cup 2025 match will be available on Sony Sports Network in India.
Where to watch the live streaming of the Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Asia Cup 2025 match in Bangladesh?
The live streaming of the Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Asia Cup 2025 match will be available on the SonyLIV and FanCode apps and websites in India.