India vs Afghanistan Fantasy XI, Captain Picks & Pitch Report — AFG in IND T20I 2026 Match 3
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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.
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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.
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.
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 (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.
Key Players to Watch
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.
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 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 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.
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 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.
Mohammad Nabi has 53 runs and 2 wickets in 2 matches for AFG in AFG in IND T20I 2026, averaging 70.5 fantasy points a game and with a best of 109.
48 runs in 2 matches in AFG in IND T20I 2026 makes Ibrahim Zadran one of AFG's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 36 fantasy points a game and with a best of 58.
Fantasy Cricket Picks
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.
Must Picks
121 runs in 2 matches for IND in AFG in IND T20I 2026 at 118 points a game — a high-floor pick.
5 wickets in 2 matches for IND in AFG in IND T20I 2026 at 91.5 points a game — a high-floor pick.
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.
75 runs and 1 wicket in 2 matches for AFG in AFG in IND T20I 2026 at 70.5 points a game — a high-floor pick.
Differential Picks (Grand League)
In AFG in IND T20I 2026, Sanju Samson has already posted a single-match best of 126 fantasy points against a 72-point average — a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.
In AFG in IND T20I 2026, Mohammad Nabi has already posted a single-match best of 109 fantasy points against a 70.5-point average — a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.
Suggested Fantasy XI
Match Prediction
India hold the head-to-head edge (6–0) 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
This is their 3rd meeting in AFG in IND T20I 2026.
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 (6–0) 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 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 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.
When is India vs Afghanistan?
India vs Afghanistan is scheduled for September 17, 2026 at 7:30 PM IST, Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi.
What is the head-to-head record between India and Afghanistan?
IND lead 6–0 across their last 6 meetings.
How have India and Afghanistan been performing recently?
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.
Who is a good differential pick for India vs Afghanistan?
Sanju Samson (IND): In AFG in IND T20I 2026, Sanju Samson has already posted a single-match best of 126 fantasy points against a 72-point average — a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.
Are there any notable stats for India vs Afghanistan?
This is their 3rd meeting in AFG in IND T20I 2026. 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: Sanju Samson, Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma, Shreyas Iyer, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Rashid Khan, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi. Adjust based on the confirmed playing XI closer to the toss.
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