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IND vs AFG Test and ODI Series: Following the thrilling conclusion of IPL 2026, the Indian cricket team is now fully geared up for a new mission. The Afghanistan team is touring India, where a historic Test match and a highly exciting three-match One Day International (ODI) series will be played between the two sides. This series promises to serve as an excellent platform for players from both nations to test their preparations.
In this blog, we provide you with comprehensive details regarding the India vs Afghanistan (IND vs AFG) series, including the full schedule, match timings, official squads for both teams, venues, and live streaming information.
Full Schedule for the IND vs AFG Series (Dates, Timings, and Venues)
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This tour of India by the Afghanistan team is scheduled to take place in June 2026. The series will commence with a solitary Test match, following which the two teams will face off in the ODI series.
The complete schedule is as follows:| No. | Match | Date | Day | Time (IST) | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Only Test Match | June 06 – June 10, 2026 | Saturday | 09:30 AM | New Chandigarh |
| 2 | 1st ODI | June 13, 2026 | Saturday | 01:30 PM | Dharamshala |
| 3 | 2nd ODI | June 17, 2026 | Wednesday | 01:30 PM | Lucknow |
| 4 | 3rd ODI | June 20, 2026 | Saturday | 01:30 PM | Chennai |
India’s Squad Against Afghanistan
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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has given an opportunity to a blend of young and experienced players for this series.
India’s Test Squad vs Afghanistan
Shubman Gill (Captain), Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul (Vice-Captain), Sai Sudharsan, Rishabh Pant (Wicketkeeper), Devdutt Padikkal, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Manav Suthar, Gurnoor Brar, Harsh Dubey, Dhruv Jurel (Wicketkeeper).
India’s ODI Squad vs Afghanistan
Shubman Gill (Captain), Rohit Sharma*, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer (Vice-Captain), KL Rahul (Wicketkeeper), Ishan Kishan (Wicketkeeper), Hardik Pandya*, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Prasidh Krishna, Prince Yadav, Gurnoor Brar, Harsh Dubey.
Afghanistan’s Squad Against India
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The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has also included its best players in the team to challenge India on their home soil.
Afghanistan Test Squad vs India
Hashmatullah Shahidi (Captain), Abdul Malik, Sediqullah Atal, Rahmat Shah, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Rahmanullah Zadran, Afsar Zazai, Ikram Alikhil, Azmatullah Omarzai, Sharafuddin Ashraf, Nangeyalia Kharote, Qais Ahmad, Bilal Sami, Zia Sharifi, Saleem Safi.
Afghanistan ODI Squad vs India
Hashmatullah Shahidi (Captain), Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Ibrahim Zadran, Sediqullah Atal, Darwish Rasooli, Rahmat Shah, Ikram Alikhil, Mohammad Nabi, Azmatullah Omarzai, Rashid Khan, Nangyal Kharoti, AM Ghazanfar, Zia-ur-Rahman Sharifi, Farid Malik, Bilal Sami.
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IND vs AFG Match Venues and Pitch Reports
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The matches in this series will be played across four distinct, beautiful, and historic stadiums in India:
- New Chandigarh: The new international stadium here will host the solitary Test match, where a fierce contest between fast bowlers and batsmen is expected on a lively red-soil pitch.
- Dharamsala: Nestled amidst the mountains, this picturesque ground will host the first ODI. Fast bowlers are expected to find significant aerial movement during the opening overs here.
- Lucknow: The pitch at the Ekana Stadium is considered favorable for spin bowlers and technically sound batsmen. The second ODI of the series will be played here.
- Chennai: The M.A. Chidambaram Stadium (Chepauk) has long been renowned for its turning pitches that assist spinners. The final ODI of the series will take place here, promising to be a highly thrilling encounter.
IND vs AFG Live Streaming and Broadcast Details
If you wish to enjoy live coverage of all the matches in this series, you can tune in via the following platforms:
TV Channel Broadcast: In India, the series will be broadcast live on select channels of the Sports Network in Hindi, English, and various other regional languages.
Digital Live Streaming: Viewers watching on mobile devices, laptops, or smart TVs can enjoy uninterrupted live streaming of all matches via the official apps and websites of the designated live streaming partners.
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