The first ODI played between India and Afghanistan is not yet underway and is scheduled to take place on June 13 2026, at 1:30 pm (local time (IST).
Match Details
- Venue: Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamshala
- Time: 1:30 PM IST / 8:00 AM GMT / 4:00 AM EDT
- Format Match: Day/Night 50-over
Live Commentary Platforms
After the game has begun the game, you can monitor ball-byball commentary as well as real-time score updates across all major sports networks:
- Cricbuzz Live Commentary: Get real-time analysis via Cricbuzz Live Commentary Page. Cricbuzz live Commentary Page.
- ESPNcricinfo Find match-specific statistics in the ESPNcricinfo Live Scorecard.
- Hindustan Times: Follow regional text commentary through Live Feeds from the Hindustan Times Live Feed.
Series Context & Form Guide
India leads the multi-format tournament by 1-0 following a flawless execution in the opening match.
| Team | Recent Match Outcome | Key Performer |
| India | The One-off Test was won by an innings and 300 runs. | Manav Suthar (6-wicket haul in 1st innings) |
| Afghanistan | Lost the One-off Test | Rahmat Shah (Fighting 60 in the first innings) |
Projected Squad Profiles
The rosters for the multi-format format that are currently available by FanCode have important team core selections from the following:
India vs Afghanistan ODI Head-to-Head
India vs Afghanistan: India has the upper hand in the head-to-head ODI records against Afghanistan with three wins from four matches, while the other encounter ended in a historic tie during the 2018 Asia Cup. Afghanistan is still searching for its first ODI victory against the Men in Blue.
Dharamshala Weather Forecast: Saturday, June 13, 2026
Pitch condition
The Toss Factor & Dew
The toss has a significant function at this location as teams usually choose to bat first. Chasing has been traditionally simpler due to the heavy dew that falls on the ball slippery, which causes it to glide smoothly onto the bat and make the bowlers’ job difficult to hold it.
- Average First Innings Score (ODI) 253 runs
- Average 2nd innings score (ODI) 228 runs
In light of the predicted rain showers in the morning for the game the team that wins the toss will most likely opt for the bowl first, in order to capitalize on the additional moisture and dampness beneath the cloud cover.
Winning prediction
India vs Afghanistan 1st ODI Winning Percentage
Venue: HPCA Stadium, Dharamshala
Format: ODI
India Winning Chances: 85%
Afghanistan Winning Chances: 15%
Prediction Analysis:
India are overwhelming favourites to win the opening ODI, with win probability estimates ranging between 80% and 85%. Although Afghanistan have developed into a stronger and more competitive white-ball side, several key factors continue to tilt the balance heavily in India’s favour ahead of the clash in Dharamshala.
Why India Has the Edge
- Dharamshala’s Seamer-Friendly Pitching: It is a venue at high altitude which offers fast swings and real bounce, this pitch favors pace bowling of high-quality. The seam attack of India, led by players such as Mohammed Siraj and Arshdeep Singh–is far better suited to take advantage of the situations than Afghanistan’s speed team.
- The return of the Senior Core: The return of senior core legends such as Rohit Sharma, and Virat Kohli into the ODI set-up adds tremendous stability and chase power into India’s batsmen’s order.
- Neutralizing Afghanistan’s strength: The primary weapon of Afghanistan is their top spin department, which includes Rashid Khan and Mohammad Nabi. But their HPCA Stadium surface is not able to assist in turning or gripping, which means spinners have to be extremely focused to discover breakthroughs.
- The psychological advantage: Coming from huge victory by 300 and an innings in the One-off Test match the Indian squad is at full steam and is well-versed in home conditions.
Afghanistan’s Path to an Upset
If Afghanistan to overcome the odds the toss is absolutely crucial. If it rains early in the morning, and Afghanistan is the winner of toss deciding to bowl first under cloudy skies will give their bowlers the best chance to create early swing and shake India’s top line. In addition, a rabid opening partnership with Rahmanullah Gurbaz would be required to repress the hosts nation.
Final Verdict
Final Concluding Thoughts: You can expect to be a fierce fight should Afghanistan pursues the ball, but India’s speedier attack and batsmen should eventually give India a 1-0 advantage during the series of ODIs.