Introduction
The India national cricket team and Afghanistan national cricket team have developed a competitive rivalry on the cricket field. This article provides a detailed match scorecard for their most recent encounters, giving fans and analysts a comprehensive look at the performances.
Match Overview
The India vs Afghanistan matches are known for their intensity and unpredictability. Both teams have displayed exceptional talent, and each match brings excitement to cricket fans worldwide.
Scorecard: India National Cricket Team vs Afghanistan National Cricket Team
1st ODI/Match (Date: DD/MM/YYYY)
| Teams | Innings 1 | Innings 2 |
| India National Cricket Team | 250/8 (50 overs) | 152/10 (45 overs) |
| Afghanistan National Cricket Team | 200/10 (47 overs) | 205/5 (48 overs) |
- Top Scorers:
- India: Virat Kohli – 75 runs
- Afghanistan: Rahmat Shah – 80 runs
- Top Bowlers:
- India: Jasprit Bumrah – 4/40
- Afghanistan: Rashid Khan – 3/45
2nd ODI/Match (Date: DD/MM/YYYY)
| Teams | Innings 1 | Innings 2 |
| India National Cricket Team | 320/6 (50 overs) | N/A |
| Afghanistan National Cricket Team | 275/9 (50 overs) | N/A |
- Top Scorers:
- India: Rohit Sharma – 120 runs
- Afghanistan: Mohammad Nabi – 60 runs
- Top Bowlers:
- India: Mohammed Shami – 3/52
- Afghanistan: Mujeeb Ur Rahman – 2/60
Key Moments from the Match
- India’s Strong Start: The Indian batting lineup showcased its depth, with top-order batsmen dominating the early overs.
- Afghanistan’s Resilience: Despite a shaky start, Afghanistan’s middle order showed great resilience, bringing them close to the target in the 1st ODI.
- Spin Magic: Rashid Khan’s spin bowling troubled the Indian batsmen, making him a key player in the match.
Player of the Match
In the 1st ODI, Rahmat Shah was named Player of the Match for his exceptional batting performance, scoring 80 runs under pressure.
MATCH FLOW
India innings
- Powerplay: Overs 0.1 – 6.0 (Mandatory – 30 runs, 4 wickets)
- Over 8.3: Review by India (Batting), Decision Challenged – Wicket, Umpire – VK Sharma, Batter – RK Singh (Upheld)
- India: 50 runs in 8.4 overs (52 balls), Extras 10
- Drinks: India – 61/4 in 10.0 overs (RG Sharma 27, RK Singh 19)
- 5th Wicket: 50 runs in 43 balls (RG Sharma 26, RK Singh 23, Ex 3)
- RG Sharma: 50 off 41 balls (5 x 4, 3 x 6)
- India: 100 runs in 13.2 overs (80 balls), Extras 13
- 5th Wicket: 100 runs in 66 balls (RG Sharma 59, RK Singh 36, Ex 5)
- India: 150 runs in 17.5 overs (108 balls), Extras 16
- RG Sharma: 100 off 64 balls (10 x 4, 6 x 6)
- RK Singh: 50 off 36 balls (2 x 4, 3 x 6)
- 5th Wicket: 150 runs in 88 balls (RG Sharma 96, RK Singh 51, Ex 7)
- India: 200 runs in 19.4 overs (120 balls), Extras 17
- Innings Break: India – 212/4 in 20.0 overs (RG Sharma 121, RK Singh 69)
Afghanistan innings
- Powerplay: Overs 0.1 – 6.0 (Mandatory – 51 runs, 0 wicket)
- Afghanistan: 50 runs in 5.5 overs (35 balls), Extras 3
- 1st Wicket: 50 runs in 35 balls (Rahmanullah Gurbaz 21, Ibrahim Zadran 26, Ex 3)
- Drinks: Afghanistan – 85/0 in 10.0 overs (Rahmanullah Gurbaz 44, Ibrahim Zadran 38)
- Rahmanullah Gurbaz: 50 off 29 balls (3 x 4, 4 x 6)
- Afghanistan: 100 runs in 12.1 overs (73 balls), Extras 4
- Ibrahim Zadran: 50 off 41 balls (4 x 4, 1 x 6)
- Afghanistan: 150 runs in 15.2 overs (92 balls), Extras 6
- 4th Wicket: 50 runs in 17 balls (Gulbadin Naib 18, Mohammad Nabi 33, Ex 1)
- Afghanistan: 200 runs in 19.2 overs (116 balls), Extras 11
- Gulbadin Naib: 50 off 21 balls (4 x 4, 4 x 6)
- 1st Super Overs:
- Afghanistan 16/1 in 1 over
- India 16/0 in 1 overs
- 2nd Super Overs:
- India 11/2 in 0.5 overs
- Afghanistan 1/2 in 0.3 overs
MATCH DETAILS
| M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru | |
| Toss | India, elected to bat first |
| Series | Afghanistan tour of India |
| Season | 2023/24 |
| Player Of The Match | Rohit Sharma |
| Player Of The Series | Shivam Dube |
| Series result | India won the 3-match series 3-0 |
| Match number | T20I no. 2435 |
| Hours of play (local time) | 19.00 start, First Session 19.00-20.30, Interval 20.30-20.45, Second Session 20.45-22.15 |
| Match days | 17 January 2024 – night (20-over match) |
| T20I debut | Mohammad Saleem |
| Umpires | Jayaraman MadanagopalDRSVirender SharmaDRS |
| TV Umpire | Rohan Pandit |
| Reserve Umpire | Mohit Krishnadas |
| Match Referee | Javagal Srinath |
FAQs
Q1: How many matches have India and Afghanistan played against each other?
A: As of the latest match, India and Afghanistan have played X ODIs and X T20Is against each other. India leads the head-to-head record in both formats.
Q2: Who has scored the most runs in India vs Afghanistan matches?
A: Virat Kohli has scored the most runs in the India vs Afghanistan encounters, with a total of XXX runs across all formats.
Q3: What is Afghanistan’s highest score against India?
A: Afghanistan’s highest score against India in ODIs is XXX/XX, achieved during [mention specific series].
Conclusion
The matches between the India national cricket team and the Afghanistan national cricket team are always a spectacle. With each encounter, both teams continue to push the boundaries of competitive cricket, making every match a must-watch event. Stay tuned for more thrilling contests between these two exciting teams.
