IND vs AFG 1st T20I: Toss Result & Complete Playing XIs
by Suyash Sahay · abp LiveShreyas Iyer-led India take on Afghanistan in New Delhi's Arun Jaitley Stadium. Find out who won the toss and both teams' playing combinations ahead.
Written By : Suyash Sahay | Updated at : 13 Sep 2026 07:16 PM (IST)
India have a remarkable T20I record over Afghanistan.
Source : PTI
IND vs AFG 1st T20I Toss: India are ready to kick off their three-match T20I series against Afghanistan, with both teams looking to lay down an early marker. The series comes at an important time as the Men in Blue, led by Shreyas Iyer, fine-tune their preparations ahead of the Asian Games. Afghanistan, meanwhile, will be aiming to test themselves against a strong Indian outfit led by experienced stars and emerging talents. With plenty of firepower on either side, the opening clash promises an intriguing battle in the shortest format.
IND vs AFG: Who Won The Toss?
Toss for the IND vs AFG 1st T20I has been conducted. Shreyas Iyer won and elected to bowl first.
Here's a look at all the players in action tonight:
IND - Sanju Samson (WK), Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, Shreyas Iyer (C), Tilak Varma, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Varun Chakaravarthy
AFG - Ibrahim Zadran (C), Rahmanullah Gurbaz (WK), Sediqullah Atal, Darwish Rasooli, Azmatullah Omarzai, Gulbadin Naib, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Noor Ahmad, Fazalhaq Farooqi
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India vs Afghanistan: T20I Head-To-Head Record
India have a clear advantage in the T20I rivalry against Afghanistan, winning seven of the nine matches played between the two sides so far.
Afghanistan are yet to register a victory over India in the format, with one encounter ending without a result, and one as a tie.
The record gives India a strong psychological edge heading into the latest three-match series, although Afghanistan will be hoping to challenge that dominance and create history.
Interestingly, Afghanistan are officially the hosts of this series, but all matches are being played in New Delhi.
About the author Suyash Sahay
Suyash Sahay is a sports journalist at ABP Live English, specialising in cricket and football. He brings sharp insight, breaking down matches, moments, and narratives in a way that resonates with fans.
For any tips and queries, you can reach out to him at suyashs@abpnetwork.com.
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Published at : 13 Sep 2026 06:03 PM (IST)
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