The first match of the three-match T20 series between India and Afghanistan is being played at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. After winning the toss, Indian team captain Shreyas Iyer has decided to bowl first. This series is going to be very important for both the teams from the point of view of preparations for the upcoming Asian Games 2026. Afghanistan team is hosting this series while Indian team is playing at home as guests. Shreyas Iyer has led Team India which has won only one of the three series played so far under his leadership. Ibrahim Zadran is leading the Afghanistan team.
The Indian cricket team has an impressive record against Afghanistan in T20 Internationals, not losing a single match. India and Afghanistan have met nine times in T20 Internationals, with India winning eight matches and losing one match. India’s home record against Afghanistan is a three-match winning streak and wins in all three. Under the captaincy of Shreyas Iyer, the Indian team will try to maintain this record in this series as well.