India vs Afghanistan, 1st T20I, Match Preview
In what promises to be a thrilling encounter IND Vs AFG in the inaugural match of the three-game T20I series at the Punjab Cricket Association IS Bindra Stadium in Mohali on Thursday, January 11. The clash will witness Rohit Sharma, the formidable Indian batsman, leading the home side, while Ibrahim Zadran will command the Afghan squad.
Coming off a T20I series against South Africa that concluded in a 1-1 draw, India is determined to make a resounding statement on their home turf. Rohit, renowned for his explosive batting and astute captaincy, holds the key to India’s fortunes as they aim to secure an early advantage in the series.
On the flip side, Afghanistan arrives with confidence soaring high after a successful campaign against the United Arab Emirates (UAE), where they secured a 2-1 victory in the T20I series. Under the leadership of Zadran, the Afghan team is eager to build on their recent success and leave a mark against a formidable Indian side.
IND vs AFG, 1st T20I Match Details:
| Match | India vs Afghanistan |
| Date | 11th January, 2024 |
| Venue | Punjab Cricket Association IS Bindra Stadium, Mohali |
IND vs AFG, Head-to-Head
In the head-to-head encounters between India and Afghanistan across 5 matches, Afghanistan has faced defeat in all instances, indicating a challenging record against India. According to our analysis and historical trends, our prediction favors India to emerge victorious in this match. India’s batsmen have been the leading contributors to fantasy points for their team, whereas the all-rounders have been the primary fantasy point earners for Afghanistan.
India vs Afghanistan, 1st T20I, Pitch/Weather Report
The wicket at the Punjab Cricket Association (IS Bindra Stadium) is a well-rounded surface that caters to both batsmen and bowlers. As the game advances, batting becomes progressively challenging, presenting bowlers with significant support throughout the match. Especially in the latter phases, spinners are anticipated to exploit the conditions favorably. Given the challenges posed by the pitch dynamics at this venue, captains winning the toss are likely to choose setting a target rather than opting to chase.
| Temperature | 22°C |
| Humidity | 40% |
| Wind Speed | 8-10 Km/hr |
| Precipitation | NO |
IND vs AFG, 1st T20I, Probable XI’s:
India: Rohit Sharma (captain), Virat Kohli, Tilak Verma, Rinku Singh, Shubman Gill/ Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sanju Samson (wk), Arshdeep Singh, Axar Patel , Kuldeep Yadav, Mukesh Kumar, Avesh Khan
Afghanistan: Ibrahim Zadran (captain), Azmatullah Omarzai, Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Karim Janat, Najibullah Zadran, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan, Naveen-Ul-Haq, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Hazratullah Zazai
India vs Afghanistan, 1st T20I, C/Vc Picks:
From the batting lineup, Virat Kohli emerges as a strong choice, anticipating a significant contribution with the bat in this game.
Rohit Sharma is also a crucial selection for the fantasy team in this match, looking to make the most of his initial innings.
Consider Shubman Gill as a unique addition to your Fantasy Team. With an average of 47 match fantasy points in the last 10 games and a fantasy rating of 8.6, he stands out. Gill, a right-handed top-order batsman, has scored a total of 100 runs in the recent 5 matches, averaging 20 per game.
Rahmanullah Gurbaz is a player known for his fluctuating fantasy points, making him a speculative choice for your team. With an average of 60 match fantasy points in the last 10 games and a fantasy rating of 7.9, Gurbaz is a top-order, right-handed batsman who also takes on wicket-keeping duties. In his last 5 matches, he scored 20, 21, 100, 1, and 56 runs, maintaining an average of 39.6 per match.
IND vs AFG, 1st T20I, Key Picks:
Mohammad Nabi is a prime candidate from the Afghanistan side worth considering for this match, as he strives for substantial contributions with both bat and ball.
Rashid Khan stands out as a crucial asset for your fantasy team in this game, aiming to secure pivotal wickets.
Budget Picks:
Ravi Bishnoi is a reasonable budget-friendly choice to include in your Dream11 team for this match.
Azmatullah Omarzai possesses the potential to accumulate significant points in this game through his contributions with both bat and ball, and he is eager for a successful performance in this encounter.
Pace Vs Spin:
Given that 75% of the total wickets at this venue have been claimed by pacers, selecting fast bowlers for your fantasy team would be a wise choice.
Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Keeper – Rahmanullah Gurbaz
- Batsmen – Rohit Sharma (c), Virat Kohli (vc), Shubman Gill, Ibrahim Zadran, Rinku Singh
- All-rounders – Mohammad Nabi, Azmatullah Omarzai
- Bowlers – Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Ravi Bishnoi
Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Keepers – Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Sanju Samson
- Batsmen – Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli (c), Shubman Gill (vc), Ibrahim Zadran
- All-rounders – Mohammad Nabi, Azmatullah Omarzai
- Bowlers – Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Ravi Bishnoi
India vs Afghanistan, 1st T20I Expert Advice:
| SL Captaincy Choice | Virat Kohli |
| GL Captaincy Choice | Rohit Sharma |
| Dark Horse Picks | Arshdeep Singh & Ravi Bishnoi |
| Dream11 Winning Combination | 2-4-2-3 |
