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IND vs AFG Head-to-Head in T20Is: Fans are eagerly awaiting the three-match T20 series between India and Afghanistan, set to begin on September 13. A unique aspect of this series is that while Afghanistan is the designated host, all three matches will be played at Delhi's Arun Jaitley Stadium. Following their historic T20 World Cup 2026 victory, the Indian team is undergoing a transition, with Shreyas Iyer now at the helm as captain.
Shreyas Iyer’s First Home Series as T20 Captain
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This series is considered pivotal for Shreyas Iyer as captain. It marks the first time the Indian team will play a T20 series on home soil under his leadership. Previously, India managed to win only one of the three T20 series played under his captaincy. Consequently, Iyer faces the pressure not only to win the series but also to uphold India's impressive record against Afghanistan.
IND vs AFG Head-to-Head Record in T20 Internationals
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A look at the head-to-head statistics between India and Afghanistan in T20 Internationals reveals Team India's clear dominance:
- Total Matches: 9
- India Wins: 8
- Afghanistan Wins: 0
- Abandoned/No Result: 1
Afghanistan has failed to defeat India even once in the nine matches played so far. However, given Afghanistan's recent performances and their ability to upset major teams, this series promises to be a challenging one for Team India.
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India's 100% Home Record Against Afghanistan
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The Indian team has played three T20 matches against Afghanistan on home soil to date and has emerged victorious in all of them. The last encounter between the two teams on Indian soil took place in early 2024 at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. That match was a thrilling affair; it initially ended in a tie and stretched into two Super Overs before Team India ultimately emerged victorious.
This series, kicking off on September 13 at Delhi's Arun Jaitley Stadium, promises to deliver a full dose of excitement to the fans. Will the Indian team maintain its unbeaten record, or will Afghanistan pull off an upset? Do share your thoughts in the comments!
Also Read: IND-W vs SL-W Asia Cup History: Overall T20I Head to Head & Final Records
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