India vs Afghanistan 1st ODI: India Wins by 7 Wickets at Dharamsala; Chennai to Host 3rd ODI

India defeated Afghanistan by 7 wickets in the first One Day International (ODI) of their three-match series, played at Dharamsala on June 13, 2026. Afghanistan, batting first, were restricted to 194 runs in 24.5 overs, and India chased down the target of 195 in 22.5 overs with 13 balls to spare.

Detailed Summary

The Afghanistan cricket team's tour of India in June 2026 consists of one Test match and three ODIs. India had already won the solitary Test match at New Chandigarh (June 6-8, 2026) by an innings and 300 runs. In the first ODI at Dharamsala, debutant pacer Gurnoor Brar made an impressive start to his international career, while batter Shubman Gill's captaincy and batting were widely praised. The second ODI is scheduled for Lucknow on June 17, and the third and final ODI of the series will be played in Chennai on June 20, 2026.

Historical Background

India and Afghanistan have built a growing cricketing relationship over the past decade, with Afghanistan gaining Test status in 2017. Chennai's M.A. Chidambaram Stadium (Chepauk) has hosted numerous international matches and is one of India's oldest cricket venues.

Previous Related Events

India recently completed a dominant Test win over Afghanistan (innings and 300 runs) at New Chandigarh, reflecting the gulf in experience between the two sides in the longer format.

Why Important for TNPSC

Sports events hosted in Tamil Nadu, especially at iconic venues like Chepauk Stadium in Chennai, are commonly tested in TNPSC current affairs sections, particularly under Sports and Tamil Nadu-related GK.

Tamil Nadu Relevance

The third ODI of the India-Afghanistan series will be played at Chennai on June 20, 2026, bringing international cricket back to Tamil Nadu's capital and showcasing the state's sporting infrastructure.

Key Highlights

• 1st ODI: India won by 7 wickets at Dharamsala (June 13, 2026)
• Afghanistan: 194 in 24.5 overs; India: 195/3 in 22.5 overs
• Debut performances: Gurnoor Brar (bowling)
• 2nd ODI: Lucknow, June 17, 2026
• 3rd ODI: Chennai, June 20, 2026
• Test match: India won by an innings and 300 runs (New Chandigarh, June 6-8)

Important Facts

Important Years and Dates

• 2017 - Afghanistan granted Test status
• June 6-20, 2026 - Afghanistan's tour of India

Important Personalities

Shubman Gill - India's captain; Gurnoor Brar - debutant pacer; Rahmanullah Gurbaz - Afghanistan batter

Organisations and Headquarters

BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India) - Mumbai; ACB (Afghanistan Cricket Board) - Kabul

Related Static GK

M.A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai (Chepauk), is one of the oldest cricket stadiums in India, home ground of Tamil Nadu Cricket Association (TNCA) and Chennai Super Kings (IPL).

Important Terms and Definitions

ODI: One Day International - a form of limited-overs cricket where each team bats for a maximum of 50 overs.

Exam-Oriented Notes

Remember the sequence: Test (New Chandigarh) → 1st ODI (Dharamsala) → 2nd ODI (Lucknow) → 3rd ODI (Chennai). Chennai's hosting reinforces Tamil Nadu's sporting profile.

Memorization Points

India vs Afghanistan 2026: 1st ODI Dharamsala (won) - 3rd ODI Chennai (June 20).

3 TNPSC-Style MCQs

Q1. India won the 1st ODI against Afghanistan at which venue?

A) Chennai B) Lucknow C) Dharamsala D) New Chandigarh

Answer: C) Dharamsala. Explanation: India won by 7 wickets on June 13, 2026.

Q2. The 3rd ODI of the India-Afghanistan series 2026 will be played at:

A) Mumbai B) Chennai C) Kolkata D) Bengaluru

Answer: B) Chennai. Explanation: Scheduled for June 20, 2026, at Chepauk Stadium.

Q3. Chepauk Stadium in Chennai is officially known as:

A) Wankhede Stadium B) M.A. Chidambaram Stadium C) Eden Gardens D) Arun Jaitley Stadium

Answer: B) M.A. Chidambaram Stadium. Explanation: It is the home ground of TNCA and Chennai Super Kings.