IND vs AFG 1st T20I Match Prediction- Who Will Win Today's Match Between India and Afghanistan

A big question seems to be answered. Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are back and are truly in the plan for the upcoming World Cup. Considering their experience and ability in recent tournaments, particularly Virat Kohli, the choice of bringing the pair back was inevitable but remains a question mark with the young talent around.

Afghanistan too is no pushover. In the last year, they have been punching well above their weight and are looking competitive. Rashid Khan is unlikely to start as he is still recovering from a back surgery but the remainder of the squad does look pretty effective regardless.

IND vs AFG Match Details

Date: January 11th, 2024

Time:  7:00 PM IST

Venue: Punjab Cricket Association IS, Bindra Stadium, Mohali, Chandigarh

IND vs AFG Weather Report

The weather looks fine with dew likely as the game goes on.

IND vs AFG Pitch Report

Early moisture and some grass on the track is likely at Mohali. Mohali has some long boundaries as well and a fast outfield. With dew likely to be heavy as the evening progresses batting second will be a better option.

IND vs AFG Head-to-Head

Stats	Matches	IND Won	AFG Won	Draw	NR
Overall	5	4	0	0	1
In India	0	0	0	0	0
In the last Five Matches	5	4	0	0	1

IND vs AFG Predicted Playing XI

AFG Playing XI

Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Ibrahim Zadran, Hazratullah Zazai, Azmatullah Omarzai, Ikram Alikhil, Rahmat Shah, Mohammad Nabi, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Noor Ahmed, Naveen Ul Haq, Fazalhaq Farooqi

IND Playing XI

Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill/ Yashasvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli, Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson, Rinku Singh, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Ravi Bishnoi/ Kuldeep Yadav, Arsdheep Singh, Mukesh Kumar

IND vs AFG Key Players

Virat Kohli

Virat Kohli is in really good form but his ability in T20 Cricket despite all he has done in the format remains a question. He was the starring figure in the last T20 World Cup, but his strike-rate and style of play continue to put him under the scanner. With questions on if he and Rohit Sharma can play in the same eleven still around Virat Kohli has a lot to prove.

Ibrahim Zadran

Ibrahim Zadran was an underrated star in the previous World Cup, coming up with some gems throughout the tournament. He is a part of a growing batting line-up and has the potential to make a mark at the global stage across formats.

IND vs AFG Match Tips

Afghanistan are a competitive side but beating India at home will be a challenge especially with the return of India’s biggest stars at the moment.

Match Prediction: India Will Win The Match