AFG vs IND 1st ODI Highlights saw India secure a seven-wicket victory over Afghanistan at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamsala, on June 13, 2026. Chasing 195 in a rain-curtailed 25-over contest, India reached the target with 13 balls remaining to take a 1-0 lead in the three-match ODI series.
AFG vs IND Afghanistan tour of India 2026: Highlights Live Streaming & Broadcast Info
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Match Highlights
India’s decision to field first after winning the toss immediately shaped the direction of the match. In a shortened 25-over contest, the chasing side often enjoys greater clarity regarding the required tempo, and India backed their bowling resources to restrict Afghanistan before pursuing the target under lights at Dharamsala.
Afghanistan’s innings began poorly despite a rapid scoring rate. Ibrahim Zadran fell for just one and Sediqullah Atal departed without scoring. Arshdeep Singh and debutant Gurnoor Brar applied early pressure, reducing Afghanistan to 16 for 2 inside three overs. When Rahmat Shah also fell cheaply, Afghanistan were struggling at 26 for 3 and facing the prospect of a major collapse.
The innings was rescued by an extraordinary counterattack from Rahmanullah Gurbaz. Refusing to allow India complete control, the wicketkeeper-batter launched a fearless assault on both pace and spin. His century came from only 51 deliveries and featured eight fours and eight sixes. Gurbaz’s aggressive approach completely altered the scoring pattern and ensured Afghanistan remained competitive despite the wickets falling around him.
While Gurbaz dominated proceedings, captain Hashmatullah Shahidi played a stabilizing role from the opposite end. His 27 from 30 deliveries provided support during a crucial rebuilding phase. Together they lifted Afghanistan from a precarious position and pushed the total beyond what had once appeared possible after the top-order collapse.
India eventually regained control through timely bowling changes. Nitish Kumar Reddy removed the dangerous Gurbaz at 142 for 4, ending the partnership that had carried Afghanistan’s innings. That dismissal triggered a sharp decline. Shahidi was dismissed shortly afterward by Harsh Dubey, and Afghanistan’s middle order found it difficult to maintain the same momentum once Gurbaz had departed.
Dubey’s spell proved particularly significant in the middle and late overs. Although he conceded runs at an economy rate of 9.40, his three wickets included the dismissals of Shahidi, Azmatullah Omarzai, and AM Ghazanfar. Gurnoor Brar complemented that effort by claiming three wickets of his own, including Rashid Khan and Ziaur Rahman in the closing stages. Afghanistan lost six wickets for just 52 runs after reaching 142 for 3 and were bowled out for 194 in 24.5 overs.
A total of 194 represented a respectable recovery considering Afghanistan’s early troubles, but the collapse after Gurbaz’s dismissal prevented them from crossing the 200-run mark. The innings highlighted both the brilliance of Gurbaz and India’s ability to capitalize once the key partnership was broken.
India approached the chase positively from the outset. Rohit Sharma struck 16 from 16 balls before a run-out ended his stay, but the platform had already been established. Shubman Gill, captaining the side, ensured there was no interruption to the scoring momentum as he settled quickly and began finding regular boundaries.
The defining partnership of the chase came between Gill and Ishan Kishan. Kishan’s aggressive 34 from 22 balls placed Afghanistan’s bowlers under pressure and prevented Rashid Khan from fully controlling the middle overs. Their stand moved India comfortably past the hundred-run mark and significantly reduced the required rate.
Gill continued to anchor the innings with authority. He reached his half-century from only 37 deliveries and balanced aggression with control throughout the chase. His innings featured 11 fours and two sixes, allowing India to maintain a scoring rate above eight runs per over while avoiding unnecessary risks.
Afghanistan briefly found hope when Rashid Khan dismissed Kishan and debutant Ziaur Rahman removed Shreyas Iyer. However, India never lost command of the chase. With the target well within reach, KL Rahul joined Gill and accelerated decisively. Rahul’s unbeaten 39 from just 19 deliveries included four fours and three sixes, turning a comfortable chase into a swift finish.
The unbroken fourth-wicket partnership between Gill and Rahul effectively ended Afghanistan’s chances. India crossed 150 in the nineteenth over and required little effort in the final phase. Gill remained unbeaten on 84 from 66 balls, guiding his team home with assurance as India finished on 195 for 3 in 22.5 overs.
Toss Winner
India won the toss and elected to field first.
Key Moment
The decisive turning point came when Nitish Kumar Reddy dismissed Rahmanullah Gurbaz for 102 at 142 for 4 in the 15.3rd over. Afghanistan subsequently lost their remaining wickets quickly, adding only 52 more runs before being bowled out for 194.
Star Performer / MVP
Shubman Gill
Player of the Match Shubman Gill anchored India’s chase with an unbeaten 84 from 66 balls while also taking two catches, ensuring the target was reached comfortably.
Afghanistan vs India Match Summary
Team | Score |
|---|---|
Afghanistan | 194 (24.5 overs) |
India | 195/3 (22.5 overs) |
Result | India won by 7 wickets (13 balls remaining) |
Player of the Match | Shubman Gill |
Highest Run-Getter of the Series | Rahmanullah Gurbaz – 102 |
Highest Wicket-Taker of the Series | Gurnoor Brar – 3 |
AFG vs IND Playing XI
Afghanistan: Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Ibrahim Zadran, Sediqullah Atal, Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan, AM Ghazanfar, Ziaur Rahman, Mohammad Saleem
India: Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, Ishan Kishan, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar, Harsh Dubey, Arshdeep Singh, Prasidh Krishna, Gurnoor Brar
FAQs – Yesterday’s Afghanistan vs India 1st ODI (Jun 13, 2026)
Q1: What was the final score of yesterday’s Afghanistan vs India match?
A1: Yesterday (June 13, 2026), in the 1st ODI of the Afghanistan tour of India, India (195/3 in 22.5 overs) defeated Afghanistan (194 in 24.5 overs) by 7 wickets with 13 balls remaining.
Afghanistan: Rahmanullah Gurbaz scored a brilliant 102 from 51 balls.
India: Shubman Gill remained unbeaten on 84 while KL Rahul added an unbeaten 39.
Result: India took a 1-0 lead in the three-match ODI series.
Q2: Who was named the Player of the Match?
A2: Shubman Gill was named the Player of the Match for his unbeaten 84 from 66 balls in India’s successful chase. He also contributed in the field with two catches.
Q3: Where was the match played, and who won the toss?
A3: The match was played at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala. India won the toss and elected to field first in the day-night encounter.
Q4: Who were the top performers with the bat for both sides?
A4: For Afghanistan, Rahmanullah Gurbaz was the standout batter with a remarkable 102 off 51 balls, including eight fours and eight sixes. For India, captain Shubman Gill led the chase with an unbeaten 84 from 66 deliveries, guiding his side to victory.