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- India Vs Afghanistan 2nd T20 match.
- Virat Kohli Will be playing in the match.
- Afghanistan Team.
- Probable members of the team.
- When and where the Match will happen?
India Vs Afghanistan 2nd T20 match.
The upcoming second T20I in Indore on the 14th of January offers an opportunity to elevate themselves from supporting roles to serious contenders. India secured a 1-0 lead and six-wicket win in the first game at Mohali, India look to further solidify their position. The aroma of win hangs heavy in the Indore air as India, after a dominant first T20I win, gears up for the 2nd clash against Afghanistan in pursuit of series glory. While the Men in Blue’s sights are focused on securing the trophy, there’s another intriguing battle brewing the fight for individual prominence, where fringe players aim to leave their mark under the scorching spotlight.
Virat Kohli Will be playing in the match.
Virat Kohli, absent in the opening match, is set to grace the Holkar Cricket Stadium with his presence, sending a ripple of excitement through both camps. His inclusion injects firepower and experience into the Indian lineup, raising expectations of Indians and setting the stage for a potentially explosive batting display.
“Virat’s return is a massive boost,” said Shikhar Dhawan, who led the charge with a classy 48 in Mohali. “His presence adds stability and aggression, and we’re all looking forward to seeing him bat on home soil.”
Beyond the established stars, young guns like Ruturaj Gaikwad and Avesh Khan, who performed well in the first match, will be eager to cement their places in the Indian T20 scheme of things. A strong performance on this platform could be the launchpad they need to enter the reckoning for larger battles ahead.
“This is a huge opportunity for us,” shared Gaikwad, who smashed a cameo 23 in Mohali. “We want to grab it with both hands and prove our mettle against a quality side like Afghanistan.”
Jitesh Sharma and Axar Patel delivered a standout performance against Afghanistan. This contributes to the Indian team’s success but also keeps them to be considered, as the ideal team for the T20 World Cup gets momentum. The Axar who missed the 50-50 World Cup because of injury now seems to come back. Sundar too has earned the recall.
Afghanistan Team
Despite the first-match defeat, Afghanistan isn’t a spent force. Their bowling attack, spearheaded by the wily Rashid Khan and the fiery Mujeeb Ur Rahman, can be a handful for any batting order. Batsmen like Hazratullah Zazai and Karim Janat, who showed glimpses of their attacking prowess in the opener, possess the potential to turn the tide on their day.
“We put up a fight in Mohali,” declared Afghan captain Mohammad Nabi. “But we haven’t given up yet. We’ve learned from our mistakes and are ready to come back stronger in Indore.”
High-Stakes Showdown is awaiting
With series glory at stake and individual aspirations burning bright, the 2nd T20I promises to be a high-voltage affair. Can India cement their dominance with a second win? Or will Afghanistan roar back and level the series? Prepare for a rollercoaster ride as the battle for supremacy unfolds under the Indore floodlights!
Probable members of the team
Afghanistan Playing probable cricketer: Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Ibrahim Zadran (c), Rahmat Shah, Azmatullah Omarzai, Najibullah Zadran, Mohammad Nabi, Gulbadin Naib, Karim Janat, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Naveen-ul-Haq, Mujeeb Ur Rahman
India Playing probable cricketer: Rohit Sharma (c), Shubman Gill/ Yashasvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli, Shivam Dube, Jitesh Sharma (wk), Rinku Singh, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Avesh Khan, Arshdeep Singh, Mukesh Kumar.
India and Afghanistan played 6 matches out of which India won 5 and Afghanistan won 0, one is no result.
When and where the Match will happen?
IND Vs AFG match will be held at Madhya Pradesh Cricket Association Holkars Stadium in Indore at 7:00 pm IST. You can watch the live streaming Spots 18. You can also watch it on Jio Cinemas.
So keep calm and rust to watch the India-Afghanistan T20 Match.
