India entered the 2nd T20I as firm favourites against Afghanistan, carrying a 54% win probability backed by superior form and devastating firepower. Their 7-wicket demolition in the 1st T20I, chasing 157 in just 13.4 overs, left little doubt about the gulf in class. This IND vs AFG match prediction analyses the pitch, playing XI, toss outlook, and fantasy cricket tips to help you understand who is likely to win today. Expect Sanju Samson to be the decisive factor with the bat.
India vs Afghanistan Match Details
Match | India vs Afghanistan | 2nd T20I | Afghanistan Tour of India |
Date | 15/09/2026 (Tuesday) |
Time | BDT 8:00 PM / PKT 7:00 PM / INR 7:30 PM |
Format | T20 |
Venue | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
Recent Performance | India – L W W W W , Afghanistan – L L W W L |
IND vs AFG Afghanistan Tour of India 2026: Live Streaming & Broadcast Info
The 2nd T20I between India and Afghanistan is widely available across South Asia, the UK, and North America on the platforms listed below.
- Pakistan: A Sports TV (TV), Tamasha (Streaming)
- India: Sony Sports Network (TV), FanCode (Streaming)
- Bangladesh: Tampad (Streaming)
- UK: JioHotstar (TV & Streaming)
- USA & Canada: Willow TV (TV), Willow by Cricbuzz (Streaming)
- Australia & New Zealand: Fox Sports (Australia)
- Nepal: Sony Sports Network (TV)
- MENA: Cricbuzz (Streaming)
- Worldwide: Matches available via Sports Live Hub for global streaming access across regions.
India vs Afghanistan Toss Prediction
Afghanistan are predicted to win the toss and elect to bat first. With dew expected to settle in as the night progresses at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, batting under lights in the second innings becomes a marginal advantage for the chasing side, but Afghanistan’s captain Ibrahim Zadran may prefer to post a total and let the bowlers do the work early before conditions shift.
Arun Jaitley Stadium Pitch Report
Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
The Arun Jaitley Stadium pitch in Delhi typically offers a true batting surface with good carry for the seamers early on. Scores in the 170–190 range are par, and the outfield is quick, favouring big-hitting batters. In T20 cricket at this venue, spinners play a key role in the middle overs, which makes this fixture particularly interesting given Afghanistan’s spin resources. Expect a high-scoring contest with both teams looking to post competitive totals.
Weather Report
Delhi in mid-September carries warm, slightly humid conditions with temperatures expected to hover around 30–33°C during the evening. Dew is a significant factor at this time of year and is likely to appear in the second half of the match, making the surface easier to bat on in the latter innings. The weather is expected to remain clear with no rain interruptions, allowing a full 40 overs to be bowled.
IND vs AFG Head-to-Head Records
Matches Played | 9 |
India Won | 8 |
Afghanistan Won | 0 |
Tied | 0 |
No Result | 1 |
First-ever Fixture | May 1, 2010 |
Most-recent Fixture | Sept 13, 2026 |
India vs Afghanistan Team Preview & Squads
India
Shreyas Iyer has quickly stamped his authority as India’s T20I captain, setting aggressive field placements and trusting his bowlers with conviction. His leadership paid dividends in the 1st T20I, with a calculated chase that never felt in doubt. Iyer himself adds lower-middle-order firepower, and his man-management of a young squad has been a standout feature of this Afghanistan tour.
India’s batting structure is built around explosive intent at the top, with Abhishek Sharma the undisputed star after his blitzkrieg 82 off 32 balls in the 1st T20I. The batting order is deep, and Sanju Samson, tipped as predicted top run-scorer for this fixture, provides serious hitting power behind the openers. Tilak Varma’s elegant stroke play and Nitish Kumar Reddy’s big-hitting lower order make this India XI one of the most dangerous in recent memory.
Shivam Dube leads the bowling attack with searing pace and the ability to hit the seam in the Powerplay. Axar Patel is the key all-rounder, combining left-arm orthodox bowling with handy lower-order runs. Varun Chakravarthy and Ravi Bishnoi give India twin spinning threats that are difficult to read, while Arshdeep Singh and Jasprit Bumrah round off a genuinely world-class pace unit. This India vs Afghanistan team preview shows a near-complete T20 side.
India Squad:
India
Shreyas Iyer, Tilak Varma, Abhishek Sharma, Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Shivam Dube, Ishan Kishan, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Axar Patel, Ravi Bishnoi, Sanju Samson, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Varun Chakravarthy, Washington Sundar, Yash Thakur
Afghanistan
Ibrahim Zadran carries the dual burden of opening the batting and captaining his side, a challenging combination in T20 cricket. He has led calmly under pressure, but the 1st T20I exposed tactical gaps that India ruthlessly exploited. Ibrahim’s own form with the bat will be crucial if Afghanistan are to post the kind of competitive total that keeps them in the game tonight.
Rahmanullah Gurbaz is Afghanistan’s batting talisman and the player most capable of changing the course of an innings single-handedly. His blazing strike rate at the top of the order can put any bowling attack under immediate pressure. Mohammad Nabi’s veteran experience in the middle order provides crucial stability, and his ability to hit over the top in the back ten makes him a genuine match-winner. The supporting batting cast, including Darwish Rasooli and Sediqullah Atal, will need to convert starts.
Rashid Khan remains Afghanistan’s greatest asset, a spinner of genuine world-class pedigree whose leg-breaks and googlies are a nightmare even for established batters. Azmatullah Omarzai contributes with both bat and ball, making him Afghanistan’s key all-rounder. Mujeeb Ur Rahman and Noor Ahmad provide additional spin variety, while Fazalhaq Farooqi and Naveen-ul-Haq lead the pace attack. Still, India’s batting depth makes this an uphill task.
Afghanistan Squad:
Afghanistan
Ibrahim Zadran, Abdollah Ahmadzai, Azmatullah Omarzai, Darwish Rasooli, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Gulbadin Naib, Mohammad Nabi, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Nangeyalia Kharote, Naveen-ul-Haq, Noor Ahmad, Noor ul Rahman, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Rashid Khan, Sediqullah Atal
IND vs AFG Prediction
Event | India | Afghanistan |
Toss Winner | – | Afghanistan |
Player of the Match | Sanju Samson | – |
Top Run Scorer | Sanju Samson | Rahmanullah Gurbaz |
Top Wicket Taker | Jasprit Bumrah | Rashid Khan |
Most Sixes | Sanju Samson | Rahmanullah Gurbaz |
Predicted Score | 190+ | 180+ |
Win Probability | 54% | 46% |
India vs Afghanistan Winning Prediction
India are the clear favourites to clinch the 2nd T20I, carrying a 54% win probability on the back of their clinical 7-wicket victory in the series opener. The batting depth, world-class pace attack, and home advantage at Arun Jaitley Stadium all point firmly in their direction. Sanju Samson looks primed for a big knock, and with Jasprit Bumrah expected to dismantle Afghanistan’s top order, it’s hard to see the visitors pulling off an upset. Can Rashid Khan produce something extraordinary to shift the momentum? Let us know your prediction! Follow JeetBuzz for live updates, in-depth stats, and sharp match analysis all tournament long.
FAQ: Afghanistan Tour of India 2026 – 2nd T20I
Q1. What time does the India vs Afghanistan 2nd T20I start in IST?
The match starts at 7:30 PM IST on September 15, 2026, at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi.
Q2. Where can I watch the IND vs AFG 2nd T20I live?
The match is available to stream live on Sports Live Hub (SLH).
Q3. Who is the key player to watch in the India vs Afghanistan 2nd T20I?
Sanju Samson is tipped as the predicted Player of the Match, while Rashid Khan remains Afghanistan’s biggest threat with the ball.