The AFG vs CAN encounter in Match 39 of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 will be held at the historic MA Chidambaram Stadium on Wednesday, February 19.
While Afghanistan and Canada are already eliminated from the Super Eights, this match will allow both teams to regain their pride and end the tournament on a positive note.
AFG vs CAN Match Details
Match: Afghanistan vs Canada, Match 39
Date: Wednesday, February 19, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM (IST)
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Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chepauk, Chennai
Live Telecast: JioStar Network Channels
Live Streaming: JioHotstar (App & Website)
AFG vs CAN Team Preview
Afghanistan – Looking to End on a High
Led by Rashid Khan, Afghanistan had a disappointing outing despite showing promising performances.
Close loss vs South Africa
Close loss vs New Zealand
Although the Afghan team showed glimpses of brilliance, they could not deliver when it mattered the most. Nevertheless, they would look to end the tournament on a high note in the AFG vs CAN match.
Canada
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Canada has struggled to find consistency throughout the tournament:
- Defeat of 57 runs against South Africa
- Loss to United Arab Emirates
- Loss to New Zealand
The team, led by Dilpreet Bajwa, would be looking to end the tournament with a win and may go into this AFG vs CAN contest with an attacking mindset.
AFG vs CAN Pitch Report – MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
The Chepauk pitch has always favored spinners, but in this tournament:
- Chasing teams have had more success
- Dew is not likely to have any effect on the match
- A well-balanced pitch that favors both batsmen and bowlers
The decision to win the toss and choose to bowl first may prove to be a good strategy in the match between AFG and CAN.
AFG vs CAN Head-to-Head Record (T20Is)
| Matches Played | 2 |
| AFG Won | 2 |
| CAN Won | 0 |
| Tied / No Results | 0 |
| First-ever Fixture | February 04, 2010 (AFG Won) |
| Most Recent Fixture | March 18, 2012 (AFG Won) |
Afghanistan hold a 2-0 advantage heading into this contest.
AFG vs CAN Predicted Playing XIs
Afghanistan Probable XI
Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk)
Ibrahim Zadran
Darwish Rasooli
Gulbadin Naib
Sediqullah Atal
Azmatullah Omarzai
Mohammad Nabi
Rashid Khan (c)
Noor Ahmad
Fazalhaq Farooqi
Mujeeb Ur Rahman
Canada Probable XI
Yuvraj Singh Samra
Dilpreet Bajwa (c)
Navneet Dhaliwal
Nicholas Kirton
Harsh Thaker
Dilon Heyliger
Shreyas Movva (wk)
Saad Bin Zafar
Shivam Sharma
Jaskaran Singh
Ansh Patel
AFG vs CAN Probable Best Performers
Probable Best Batter: Rahmanullah Gurbaz
Afghanistan’s explosive opener Rahmanullah Gurbaz has been the most impressive player with the bat:
110 runs in 3 matches
Brilliant 84 against South Africa in Ahmedabad
His aggressive opening style may once again decide the result of the AFG vs CAN match.
Probable Best Bowler: Azmatullah Omarzai
Azmatullah Omarzai, the all-rounder, has been impressive with his right-arm pace:
8 wickets in 3 matches
Regular breakthroughs in critical moments
Although not a very fast bowler, Omarzai’s accuracy and variation are very important for Afghanistan.
AFG vs CAN Match Prediction – Who Will Win?
Although both sides are no longer in the running for qualification, it seems that Afghanistan have the better side on paper. Their attack, spearheaded by Rashid Khan and Azmatullah Omarzai, gives them a distinct advantage.
Canada might display some grit, but unless they have an outstanding all-round display, Afghanistan are expected to win the AFG vs CAN match.
Prediction: Afghanistan to Win Match 39
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