IND 221/7 beat AFG 94 | AFG in IND T20I 2026 Scorecard
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India take on Afghanistan in AFG in IND T20I 2026 at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi on September 17, 2026, with play starting at 7:30 PM IST. IND arrive with 5 wins from their last 5, AFG with 0 from 2. IND hold the edge in their recent meetings, 6–0. Abhishek Sharma is the form pick of the two squads with 121 runs in 2 matches. Below: the full suggested fantasy XI, captain and vice-captain picks, pitch report, head-to-head record and recent form for both sides.
- 📋 Match #3
- 📅 17 September 2026 · 7:30 PM IST
- 📍 Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi, Delhi
- 🏆 AFG in IND T20I 2026
- ✅ Playing XI confirmed (22 players)
India are in strong recent T20I form (5W in their last 5) — confidence will be high.
Afghanistan are still looking for a win in their last 2 T20I outings — a response is due.
121 runs in 2 matches for IND in AFG in IND T20I 2026 at 118 points a game — a high-floor pick. A reliable 2× multiplier choice.
29 runs and 3 wickets in 2 matches for AFG in AFG in IND T20I 2026 at 83.5 points a game — a high-floor pick. Strong 1.5× value.
- Abhishek Sharma(IND)
Abhishek Sharma has 121 runs in 2 matches for IND in AFG in IND T20I 2026, averaging 118 fantasy points a game and with a best of 163.
- Arshdeep Singh(IND)
5 wickets in 2 matches in AFG in IND T20I 2026 makes Arshdeep Singh one of IND's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 91.5 fantasy points a game and with a best of 119.
- Sanju Samson(IND)
Sanju Samson brings 67 runs in 2 matches to this fixture for IND, averaging 72 fantasy points a game and with a best of 126.
- Ishan Kishan(IND)
Ishan Kishan has 80 runs in 2 matches for IND in AFG in IND T20I 2026, averaging 65.5 fantasy points a game and with a best of 70.
- Rashid Khan(AFG)
29 runs and 3 wickets in 2 matches in AFG in IND T20I 2026 makes Rashid Khan one of AFG's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 83.5 fantasy points a game and with a best of 152.
- Azmatullah Omarzai(AFG)
Azmatullah Omarzai brings 75 runs and 1 wicket in 2 matches to this fixture for AFG, averaging 70.5 fantasy points a game and with a best of 137.
Form guide
Most recent first, all competitions we track.
Head-to-head
India 6 · Afghanistan 0 in 6 meetings
At Arun Jaitley Stadium
Key players in the squads
- Jasprit Bumrah · Bowler
- Shreyas Iyer · Batter
- Ishan Kishan · Wicketkeeper
- Sanju Samson · Wicketkeeper
- Vaibhav Sooryavanshi · Batter
- Abhishek Sharma · Batter
- Rahmanullah Gurbaz · Wicketkeeper
- Azmatullah Omarzai · All-rounder
- Rashid Khan · Bowler
- Ibrahim Zadran · Batter
- Mohammad Nabi · All-rounder
- Fazalhaq Farooqi · Bowler
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won IND vs AFG?
IND posted 221/7 (20 Ov) and then bowled out AFG to win. IND won by 127 runs by 127 runs. Abhishek Sharma was the standout batter, scoring 108 off 34 balls. Nitish Kumar Reddy led the bowling attack with 3/25. Abhishek Sharma was named Player of the Match.
Who was Player of the Match in IND vs AFG?
Abhishek Sharma was named Player of the Match. Top batter: Abhishek Sharma — 108(34). Top bowler: Nitish Kumar Reddy — 3/25.
What is the pitch report for Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi?
Kotla is slow and low, suiting spinners heavily. Lower-order batters often struggle — pick your spinners carefully. IND have played 2 matches here in AFG in IND T20I 2026, averaging 160 and winning 2 of 2 with a best of 163. AFG have played 2 matches here in AFG in IND T20I 2026, averaging 158 and winning 0 of 2 with a best of 159.
Who should be captain for IND vs AFG in fantasy cricket?
Abhishek Sharma is a strong captain pick, with Rashid Khan as vice-captain. 121 runs in 2 matches for IND in AFG in IND T20I 2026 at 118 points a game — a high-floor pick. A reliable 2× multiplier choice.
What is the head-to-head record between India and Afghanistan?
In 6 completed meetings tracked on CricketDream, India have won 6 and Afghanistan 0. India lead.
What is the average first-innings score at Arun Jaitley Stadium?
Across 10 completed matches at Arun Jaitley Stadium in our records, teams batting first averaged 185. Sides batting first won 2 and chasing sides won 7.
Who will win IND vs AFG?
India hold the head-to-head edge (6–0) and start as slight favourites, though Afghanistan have the firepower to upset them.
How do I play fantasy cricket for IND vs AFG on CricketDream?
Build a free Fantasy XI for India vs Afghanistan, join a snake Draft with friends, or play the Predictor — all on CricketDream. Pick your 11 players before the toss and compete on the live leaderboard.