India vs Afghanistan ODI Series 2026: Dates, squads, venues, live streaming and everything you need to know

The Indian cricket team returns to 50-over action, with their first encounter being against Afghanistan for a three-match one-day series, starting on Saturday. The last time the Men in Blue faced New Zealand in ODIs, they were handed a 2-1 series defeat.

The Shubman Gill-led side would be keen to return to their winning ways in the format as they gear up for the ultimate destination: The ICC Men's Cricket World Cup in 2027.

Check out all the details for the upcoming IND vs AFG 50-over series.

When does the India vs Afghanistan ODI series start?

The India vs Afghanistan ODI series kicks off on Saturday, June 13, 2026.

Will Virat Kohli play against Afghanistan?

Superstar Indian cricketer Virat Kohli has been ruled out of the upcoming India vs Afghanistan ODI series due to a hamstring injury he sustained during the IPL 2026 season.

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On Saturday, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) confirmed that Yashasvi Jaiswal will replace Kohli.

Where can I watch Afghanistan vs India?

Fans in India can watch the India vs Afghanistan ODI series live streaming on the JioHotstar app and website with an active subscription. The live telecast of the series will be made available on the Star Sports Network.

What is the full schedule of the India vs Afghanistan ODI series?

IND vs AFG 1st ODI: 13 June at Dharamshala (1.30 PM start time)

IND vs AFG 2nd ODI: 17 June at Lucknow (1.30 PM start time)

IND vs AFG 3rd ODI: 20 June Chennai (1.30 PM start time)

Where will the India vs Afghanistan ODIs be played?

The matches of the India vs Afghanistan ODI series will take place at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamshala, the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow, and the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.

Who is in India's squad for the Afghanistan ODI series?

India’s ODI Squad for the Afghanistan series: Shubman Gill (captain), Rohit Sharma, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shreyas Iyer (vice-captain), KL Rahul (wicket-keeper), Ishan Kishan (wicket-keeper), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar, Harsh Dubey, Kuldeep Yadav, Gurnoor Brar, Prince Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Prasidh Krishna.

Who is captaining India against Afghanistan?

Shubman Gill would lead Team India, while Shreyas Iyer would serve as his deputy in the one-day series against Afghanistan.

Who is in Afghanistan's squad for the ODI series?

Afghanistan Squad for the ODI series against India: Hashmatullah Shahidi (captain), Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wicket-keeper), Ibrahim Zadran, Sediqullah Atal, Darwish Rasooli, Rahmat Shah, Ikram Alikhil (wicket-keeper), Mohammad Nabi, Azmatullah Omarzai, Rashid Khan, Nangyal Kharotai, AM Ghazanfar, Zia Ur Rahman Sharifi, Fareed Malik, Bilal Sami, Mohammad Saleem.

Will any youngsters make their ODI debut?

Prince Yadav, Gurnoor Brar, and Harsh Dubey have received maiden India ODI call-ups for the upcoming Afghanistan one-day series.

What is India's head-to-head record against Afghanistan in ODIs?

Team India and Afghanistan have played four ODI matches against each other. The Men in Blue have registered three victories, while one game ended in a tie.

The last time the two sides met in the 50-over format, India defeated Afghanistan by eight wickets in an ICC ODI World Cup match in Delhi in October 2023.