England enter the tournament with an excellent T20 series victory over reigning champions and host nation Australia in their final warm-up matches.
Prior to that, England defeated Pakistan 4-3 with Moeen Ali in charge due to a Buttler injury issue.
England head into this tournament with high ambitions and an array of talented batters at their disposal. Winning their opening will settle any nerves and announce their arrival in the tournament.
RadioTimes.com has rounded up everything you need to know about how to watch England v Afghanistan on TV and online.
When is England v Afghanistan?
England v Afghanistan will take place on Saturday 22nd October 2022.
The game takes place at the Optus Stadium in Perth.
England v Afghanistan UK start time
England v Afghanistan will begin at 12pm.
You should also check out Australia v New Zealand, taking place in Sydney earlier in the day.
What TV channel is England v Afghanistan on?
You can watch the game live on Sky Sports Cricket and Main Event from 10:15am.
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How to live stream England v Afghanistan online
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You can also watch the match via NOW without signing up to a contract.
NOW can be streamed through a computer or apps found on most smart TVs, phones and consoles. NOW is also available via BT Sport.
England v Afghanistan odds
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bet365 odds: England (1/4) Draw (20/1) Afghanistan (3/1)*
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England T20 World Cup fixtures
Saturday 22nd October
England v Afghanistan (12pm)
Wednesday 26th October
England v TBC (5am)
Friday 28th October
England v Australia (9am)
Tuesday 1st November
England v New Zealand (8am)
Saturday 5th November
England v TBC (8am)
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