Upcoming T20 Series: India vs Afghanistan Preview and Stats

India is set to host Afghanistan for a three‑match T20 International series starting 13 September. Shreyas Iyer will don the captain’s hat, and the board has announced a balanced side featuring both seasoned players and emerging prospects.

Key inclusions are fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah, who will join after passing a fitness assessment, and 15‑year‑old left‑arm spinner Vaibhav Suryavanshi, whose debut against Afghanistan’s spin attack will be closely watched. Sanju Samson and Ishan Kishan share wicket‑keeping duties, while veterans like Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma and Shivam Dube round out the batting order.

Historically, India has dominated the fixture, winning eight out of nine matches with one no‑result. The last encounter in 2024 at Chinnaswamy ended in a tie and was settled via two super overs, with India emerging on top.

Fans can also recall India’s 47‑run victory over Afghanistan at the 2024 T20 World Cup, adding another layer of confidence ahead of the September clash.