The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced the schedule for Afghanistan's tour of India on Monday (March 2). The Afghanistan team will play one Test and three ODIs against the hosts.
The sole Test match will commence on June 6, hosted by New Chandigarh (Mullanpur). Subsequently, the three ODI clashes are set for June 14, 17, and 20, in Dharamshala, Lucknow, and Chennai, respectively. Notably, this tour excludes any T20 Internationals, as it's scheduled closely after the World Cup.
With the 2027 ODI World Cup in sight, these matches offer a prime opportunity for the Indian team to experiment and find balance. Team management aims to finalize the batting order, all-rounder options, and bowling combinations. There's a strong likelihood seasoned batsmen Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma will play in this series. ROKO aims to maintain momentum and fitness before the 2027 World Cup.
Schedule for Afghanistan's Tour of India
Test Match: June 6, New Chandigarh, 9:30 AM First ODI: June 14, Dharamshala, 1:30 PM Second ODI: June 17, Lucknow, 1:30 PM Third ODI: June 20, Chennai, 1:30 PM
Currently, Team India is actively participating in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026. At the Super-8 stage in Eden Gardens, Kolkata, India secured a semi-final spot by defeating the West Indies by five wickets. Sanju Samson led the chase, scoring an unbeaten 97 off 50 balls, helping India achieve the 196-run target in 19.2 overs.
The upcoming series against Afghanistan marks a significant chapter for Indian cricket. While the fervor of T20 burns brightly, preparations for future ODI goals are well underway. It will be intriguing to see how Team India balances the current victories with strategic future planning.
