Published on: Sep 14, 2026 7:00 pm IST | Updated on: Sep 14, 2026 6:14 pm IST
On expected lines, Team India made quick work of Afghanistan in the first T20I of the three-match series at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi. Chasing a formidable target of 157 set by Afghanistan batting first, Team India rode on Abhishek Sharma and Ishan Kishan’s brilliance to register a convincing victory by 7 wickets in just 13.4 overs. The two teams will now lock horns in the second game of the series at the same venue tomorrow, i.e., September 15. A win here for the Indians would seal the series for them, whereas Afghanistan would want to win this game to keep the series alive. In this post, we have come up with free expert tips for the 2nd T20I, AFG vs IND at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi.
Afghanistan was left unconscious at the end of the last game as India drubbed them mercilessly. A similar fate awaits them ahead of the second T20I as India will be looking to go 2-0 up in the series and leave Afghanistan gasping for air. The win probability meter should yet again lean in favor of the Indians ahead of this game. Let’s continue with the post and find out the best cricket tips for the 2nd T20I, AFG vs IND at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi.
AFG: 3% win chance IND: 97% win chance
Rahmanullah couldn't open his account in the last game. However, he remains a tough individual at the top for Afghanistan, as he tends to go after the bowlers in the powerplay.
Fresh off a berserk match-winning knock in the last game, Abhishek remains the heart of Indian batting. Expect the left hander to continue from where he left off in the last game.
Azmatullah scored his second T20I fifty in the last game and the knock came at a very crucial time when Afghanistan lost quick wickets upfront. The all-rounder remains a key asset with both bat and ball yet again.
The Indian skipper was the highest run-getter for the side in the England T20Is. He remains one of the key bets in the middle order for the Indian team.
Check out our prediction for the AFG vs IND 1st T20I at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
On expected lines, Team India produced a commanding performance in the opening T20I against Afghanistan at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, New Delhi. Chasing a competitive target of 157, India’s top order made light work of the Afghan attack. Abhishek Sharma’s explosive stroke play and Ishan Kishan’s fluent batting set the tone, guiding the hosts to a 7‑wicket victory in just 13.4 overs.
The win showcased India’s batting depth and intent, while also underlining their dominance in home conditions. Skipper Shreyas Iyer will be keen to carry this momentum into the second contest, knowing that another victory will secure an unassailable 2–0 lead in the three‑match series. With the likes of Sanju Samson, Abhishek Sharma, and Varun Chakravarthy waiting to make further impact, India appear well‑balanced across departments.
For Afghanistan, the challenge lies in regrouping quickly and finding ways to counter India’s aggressive batting and disciplined bowling. Unless their key players deliver collectively, the hosts risk conceding the series without much fight. India, meanwhile, will look to wrap things up early and reinforce their supremacy with another clinical display.
Afghanistan’s quest to defeat India in T20Is remains elusive, as the gulf in experience and depth continues to show whenever the two sides meet. Despite their growing stature in world cricket, Afghanistan have yet to register a single victory against India across formats, a streak that weighs heavily on their ambitions.
Their closest brush with success came in the 2018 Asia Cup, where they managed to hold India to a thrilling tie, but since then, India have asserted dominance with clinical performances. The current series has been no different, with India’s batting firepower and bowling variety proving too strong.
For Afghanistan, the challenge lies in converting individual brilliance into collective success. Rahmanullah Gurbaz’s explosive starts, Rashid Khan’s spin wizardry, and Mohammad Nabi’s all‑round skills remain their best hopes. Yet, against India’s depth, featuring Shreyas Iyer, Ishan Kishan, Abhishek Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah and Varun Chakravarthy, the task is daunting.
As the series progresses, Afghanistan’s hunger for a breakthrough win persists. Whether they can finally break the jinx or continue waiting remains the defining storyline of this rivalry. Let’s move ahead and check the cricket tips.
Matches Played: 10 IND won: 10 AFG won: 0 No Result: 0 Tied: 0 RECENT form INDIA: L W W W W RECENT form AFGHANISTAN: L L W W L
Team India extended their dominance over Afghanistan in this format with a win in the previous encounter, which was their 10th win in the same number of games.
How will the two teams, i.e., Afghanistan vs India, fare in the 2nd T20I? Let’s take a look.
Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson (WK), Ishan Kishan, Shreyas Iyer (C), Tilak Varma, Axar Patel, Shivam Dube, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Varun Chakravarthy
Rahmanullah Gurbaz (WK), Ibrahim Zadran (C), Sediqullah Atal, Gulbadin Naib, Darwish Rasooli, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan, Noor Ahmad, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Fazalhaq Farooqui/Naveen-ul-Haq
Here’s the pitch and weather report for the 1st T20I match between Afghanistan and India at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi:
Afghanistan loves to put a score on the board, but the way India thrashed their bowling in the last game, they would prefer to chase this time around. Meanwhile, Team India always prefers chasing, and they would do the same if Shreyas Iyer wins the toss.
Where to Watch Today’s Match
The online live streaming of the 2nd T20I match of Afghanistan vs India in India 2026 will take place live on the FANCODE App. TV streaming for this series will be available live on the Sony Sports Network channels.
The hosts, Afghanistan, were done and dusted in the opening game. It would take a courageous effort from the hosts to overcome that defeat and come out stronger in this game. Meanwhile, the visiting side, India, is brimming with confidence after the last win and should look to make it two wins in a row in this series. Therefore, as per our prediction, the visitors, India, are expected to win the AFG vs IND 2nd T20I match at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi.
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