Published on: Jun 12, 2026 1:26 pm IST | Updated on: Jun 11, 2026 6:17 pm IST
Team India proved to be too good for Afghanistan in the one-off Test played at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur as they won inside 3 days by an innings and 300 runs. It’s now time for the ODIs to take the center stage, with the first of the three games set to be played at the picturesque Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala on June 13. Both teams would be eyeing a win in this contest to take an early lead in the three-match series. In this post, we have come up with free expert tips for the 1st ODI, IND vs AFG, at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala.
Team India will once again start as the favorite. They won the only Test match comprehensively and will lead the way in the ODIs as well. Playing at home, particularly in white-ball, the Indian team is quite a formidable unit. Afghanistan is much better opposition when they play white-ball cricket, but defeating a team they have never defeated across formats will be a tough challenge for them. Therefore, expect the win probability meter to lean in favor of Team India, who will start as the favorites in this game. Let’s continue with the post and find out the best cricket tips for the 1st ODI, IND vs AFG, at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala.
IND: 91% win chance AFG: 9% win chance
After a prolific IPL 2026 with the bat, the Indian skipper will be looking to continue his rich vein of form in this series as well. He remains a vital cog at the top for the hosts.
The Indian wicket-keeper batter was brilliant for the Delhi Capitals in the recently concluded IPL 2026 and has been brilliant in the recent past for Team India. He has amassed 351 runs in his last 10 ODI outings at a magnificent average of 88.
The newly appointed Afghanistan T20I skipper will look to continue his good run in ODI cricket. The prolific run-getter has scored 429 runs in his last 6 innings at a tremendous average of 71.5. He remains a crucial bet at the top.
Atal is Afghan's no 3 batter. The left-hander has been quite decent in recent times scoring 317 runs in her last 10 T20I innings at an average of 35.22. He remains a vital cog in Afghanistan's young batting lineup.
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Despite the absence of stalwarts Virat Kohli and Hardik Pandya due to injuries, Team India enter their clash against Afghanistan as firm favorites. India’s depth across formats ensures that replacements can step up, maintaining the balance of the side. Their batting unit, led by KL Rahul, Shubman Gill, and Rohit Sharma, remains strong enough to counter Afghanistan’s bowling attack, while the spin of Kuldeep Yadav adds variety in the middle overs.
Afghanistan, meanwhile, have never beaten India in any format, a record that highlights the gulf between the two sides. Their best performance came in the 2018 Asia Cup, when they managed to tie a game against India, but since then, victories have eluded them. While Afghanistan boasts talented players like Rashid Khan and Rahmanullah Gurbaz, their lack of consistency in high‑pressure matches has often been their undoing.
India’s superior experience, squad depth, and ability to thrive in crunch situations make them overwhelming favorites. For Afghanistan, it will take something extraordinary to break their winless streak against a side that has historically dominated them across formats.
Afghanistan enters their first‑ever bilateral ODI series against India with momentum on their side, having won their last four ODIs. This streak reflects their growing maturity in the format and raises the question: can they finally break the long-standing jinx against India?
Historically, Afghanistan have struggled against India, failing to secure a single win across formats. Their closest moment came in the 2018 Asia Cup, when they managed to tie a game, showcasing resilience but still falling short of victory. Since then, India have continued to dominate, thanks to their depth in batting and bowling.
For Afghanistan, the key lies in their star performers. Rashid Khan’s spin wizardry, Rahmanullah Gurbaz’s explosive batting, and the all‑round skills of Azmatullah Omarzai will be crucial if they are to challenge India’s balance. Their recent winning run provides confidence, but facing India’s experienced ODI unit, led by Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul, and skipper Shubman Gill, remains a daunting task.
This series offers Afghanistan a golden chance to rewrite history. If their form continues and their big names deliver under pressure, they could finally notch their first‑ever win against India. Let’s move ahead and check the cricket tips.
Matches Played: 4 AFG won: 0 IND won: 3 Tie: 1 RECENT form AFGHANISTAN: W NR W W W RECENT form INDIA: L W W L L
A total of only 4 games have been played between Afghanistan and India in the ODI format. India has had the sheer upper hand, having won three games, whereas Afghanistan is yet to win a fixture. One match between the two sides has ended in a tie.
How will the two teams, i.e., India and Afghanistan, fare in the only Test? Let’s take a look.
Rahmanullah Gurbaz (WK), Ibrahim Zadran, Sediqullah Atal, Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi/Ikram Alikhil, Rashid Khan, N Kharote, Allah Ghazanfar, Bashir Ahmad/Mohd Saleem
Here’s the pitch and weather report for the 1st ODI between India and Afghanistan at the HPCA Stadium, Dharamsala:
The HPCA Stadium’s high‑altitude conditions favor seamers early, with swing and bounce on offer in the first 10 overs. Cloud cover and cool temperatures further tilt the balance towards fast bowlers. Captains winning the toss are likely to bowl first, aiming to exploit movement before the pitch eases for batting.
The online live streaming of the 1st ODI match of the Afghanistan tour of India will take place live on the JioHotstar app. The live TV coverage for this series will be available on the Star Sports 1, 2, and 3 channels.
The Indian team is the firm favorite to win the 1st ODI of the 3-match series. They have never been beaten by Afghanistan across formats and will look to keep that record intact heading into this game. Afghanistan may put up a spirited performance, but the Indian team will be too good for the Afghans. Therefore, as per our prediction, the hosts, Team India, is expected to win the IND vs AFG 1st ODI match.