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Afghanistan and India Announce T20I Squads for 2026 Series in India
✍️ Cricbuzz
🗓 30 Oct 2026, 09:50 AM
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The Afghanistan Cricket Board and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) have released the squads for the first Twenty20 International match of the 2026 series, set to take place in India.
The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) officially announced the squads for the opening Twenty20 International (T20I) of their upcoming series in 2026. The teams will face each other in a single match scheduled to be played in India.
The squads were released in a joint press statement by the ACB and BCCI, marking the first official step in the preparation for the series. While the exact venue and match date have not yet been disclosed, the announcement confirms that both sides are ready to compete in the high‑profile T20I format.
This match will serve as a crucial warm‑up for both teams ahead of the larger series, giving selectors a chance to assess player form and fitness. The announcement has generated excitement among fans in both countries, who are eager to see how the teams perform on Indian soil.
Both cricket boards have emphasized the importance of the series for strengthening bilateral ties and promoting competitive cricket between the two nations. The squads are expected to feature a mix of experienced players and emerging talent, reflecting each side’s strategy for the series.
Further details, including the match venue, exact date, and full player lists, are anticipated to be released in the coming days as the series approaches.
The squads were released in a joint press statement by the ACB and BCCI, marking the first official step in the preparation for the series. While the exact venue and match date have not yet been disclosed, the announcement confirms that both sides are ready to compete in the high‑profile T20I format.
This match will serve as a crucial warm‑up for both teams ahead of the larger series, giving selectors a chance to assess player form and fitness. The announcement has generated excitement among fans in both countries, who are eager to see how the teams perform on Indian soil.
Both cricket boards have emphasized the importance of the series for strengthening bilateral ties and promoting competitive cricket between the two nations. The squads are expected to feature a mix of experienced players and emerging talent, reflecting each side’s strategy for the series.
Further details, including the match venue, exact date, and full player lists, are anticipated to be released in the coming days as the series approaches.