India vs Afghanistan Fantasy XI, Captain Picks & Pitch Report — AFG in IND T20I 2026 Match 1
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India take on Afghanistan in AFG in IND T20I 2026 at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi on September 13, 2026, with play starting at 7:30 PM IST. IND hold the edge in their recent meetings, 5–0. Abhishek Sharma is the form pick of the two squads with 82 runs in 1 match. Below: the full suggested fantasy XI, captain and vice-captain picks, pitch report, head-to-head record and recent form for both sides.
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IND posted 157/3 (13.4/20 ov, target 157) and then bowled out AFG to win. IND won by 7 wickets. Abhishek Sharma was the standout batter, scoring 82 off 32 balls. Arshdeep Singh led the bowling attack with 3/19. Abhishek Sharma was named Player of the Match.
Kotla is slow and low, suiting spinners heavily. Lower-order batters often struggle — pick your spinners carefully. IND have played 1 match here in AFG in IND T20I 2026, averaging 157. AFG have played 1 match here in AFG in IND T20I 2026, averaging 156.
Tip: Always check the official playing XI announced on match day before finalising your fantasy team, because last-minute changes happen.
Team Assessment
India are in strong recent T20I form (4W in their last 5) — confidence will be high.
Afghanistan have limited recent T20I results on record — their match-day XI and conditions will tell the story here.
Key Players to Watch
82 runs in 1 match in AFG in IND T20I 2026 makes Abhishek Sharma one of IND's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 163 fantasy points a game and with a best of 163.
Arshdeep Singh brings 3 wickets in 1 match to this fixture for IND, averaging 119 fantasy points a game and with a best of 119.
Ishan Kishan has 42 runs in 1 match for IND in AFG in IND T20I 2026, averaging 70 fantasy points a game and with a best of 70.
1 wicket in 1 match in AFG in IND T20I 2026 makes Axar Patel one of IND's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 59 fantasy points a game and with a best of 59.
Azmatullah Omarzai brings 64 runs and 1 wicket in 1 match to this fixture for AFG, averaging 137 fantasy points a game and with a best of 137.
Mohammad Nabi has 33 runs and 2 wickets in 1 match for AFG in AFG in IND T20I 2026, averaging 109 fantasy points a game and with a best of 109.
9 runs in 1 match in AFG in IND T20I 2026 makes Mujeeb Ur Rahman one of AFG's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 22 fantasy points a game and with a best of 22.
Sediqullah Atal brings 13 runs in 1 match to this fixture for AFG, averaging 18 fantasy points a game and with a best of 18.
Fantasy Cricket Picks
82 runs in 1 match for IND in AFG in IND T20I 2026 at 163 points a game — a high-floor pick. A reliable 2× multiplier choice.
64 runs and 1 wicket in 1 match for AFG in AFG in IND T20I 2026 at 137 points a game — a high-floor pick. Strong 1.5× value.
Must Picks
82 runs in 1 match for IND in AFG in IND T20I 2026 at 163 points a game — a high-floor pick.
3 wickets in 1 match for IND in AFG in IND T20I 2026 at 119 points a game — a high-floor pick.
64 runs and 1 wicket in 1 match for AFG in AFG in IND T20I 2026 at 137 points a game — a high-floor pick.
33 runs and 2 wickets in 1 match for AFG in AFG in IND T20I 2026 at 109 points a game — a high-floor pick.
Differential Picks (Grand League)
In AFG in IND T20I 2026, Ishan Kishan has already posted a single-match best of 70 fantasy points against a 70-point average — a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.
Suggested Fantasy XI
Match Prediction
India hold the head-to-head edge (5–0) and start as slight favourites, though Afghanistan have the firepower to upset them.
This XI leans 7-4 towards IND, which is a deliberate bet rather than a hedge — Abhishek Sharma takes the armband, so if IND are rolled over cheaply your score goes with them. If you want to de-risk it, swap one IND middle-order batter for the equivalent slot on the other side before the toss.
Match Trivia
In their only previous meeting in AFG in IND T20I 2026 (13 Sept), India came out on top.
The highest individual score at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi in AFG in IND T20I 2026 is Abhishek Sharma's 82 off 32 balls.
The best bowling figures at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi in AFG in IND T20I 2026 are Arshdeep Singh's 3/19.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win India vs Afghanistan?
India hold the head-to-head edge (5–0) and start as slight favourites, though Afghanistan have the firepower to upset them.
Who should be captain for India vs Afghanistan in fantasy cricket?
Abhishek Sharma is the top captain pick, with Azmatullah Omarzai as vice-captain. 82 runs in 1 match for IND in AFG in IND T20I 2026 at 163 points a game — a high-floor pick. A reliable 2× multiplier choice.
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 1 match here in AFG in IND T20I 2026, averaging 157. AFG have played 1 match here in AFG in IND T20I 2026, averaging 156.
When is India vs Afghanistan?
India vs Afghanistan is scheduled for September 13, 2026 at 7:30 PM IST, Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi.
What is the head-to-head record between India and Afghanistan?
IND lead 5–0 across their last 5 meetings.
How have India and Afghanistan been performing recently?
India are in strong recent T20I form (4W in their last 5) — confidence will be high. Afghanistan have limited recent T20I results on record — their match-day XI and conditions will tell the story here.
Who is a good differential pick for India vs Afghanistan?
Ishan Kishan (IND): In AFG in IND T20I 2026, Ishan Kishan has already posted a single-match best of 70 fantasy points against a 70-point average — a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.
Are there any notable stats for India vs Afghanistan?
In their only previous meeting in AFG in IND T20I 2026 (13 Sept), India came out on top. The highest individual score at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi in AFG in IND T20I 2026 is Abhishek Sharma's 82 off 32 balls. The best bowling figures at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi in AFG in IND T20I 2026 are Arshdeep Singh's 3/19.
What's a good fantasy XI for India vs Afghanistan?
A balanced XI built from both squads: Ishan Kishan, Abhishek Sharma, Shreyas Iyer, Tilak Varma, Axar Patel, Shivam Dube, Arshdeep Singh, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Rashid Khan, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi. Adjust based on the confirmed playing XI closer to the toss.
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