India clinches thrilling victory in T20 opener against Afghanistan.
The match was held on January 11th, 2024, at the Punjab Cricket Association IS Bindra Stadium.
India, captained by Rohit Sharma, won the toss and elected to field first.
Afghanistan scores 158/5; Nabi and Omarzai lead with brisk batting.
India successfully chased the target, scoring 159/4 in 17.3 overs
Shivam Dube played a pivotal role, scoring an unbeaten 60 off 40 balls.
Jitesh Sharma's swift 31 off 20; Mujeeb Ur Rahman leads with 2/21 for Afghanistan.
Axar Patel and Mukesh Kumar were the standout bowlers for India, both taking two wickets each.