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India will battle against Afghanistan in the second T20I of Afghanistan’s T20I tour of India. The encounter will take place at the Holkar Stadium in Indore on Sunday (January 14).
While the hosts have registered a stellar six-wicket victory in the first encounter, the Ibrahim Zadran-led side will aim to level the series. On the other hand, India will be eager to mark a win and seal the contest.
T20I Stats and Records at Holkar Cricket Stadium
- Total matches: 3
- Matches won batting first: 2
- Matches won bowling first: 1
- Average first Inns scores: 209
- Average second Inns scores: 164
- Highest total recorded: 260/5 (20 Overs) by India vs Sri Lanka
- Lowest total recorded: 172/10 (17.2 Overs) by Sri Lanka vs India
- Highest score chased: 144/3 (17.3 Overs) by India vs Sri Lanka
- Lowest score defended: 227/3 (20 Overs) by South Africa vs India
Holkar Cricket Stadium Pitch Report
The Holkar Cricket Stadium, much like many venues in the subcontinent, is widely acknowledged as a veritable haven for batters. Its reputation as a batter’s paradise is primarily attributed to the combination of shorter boundaries and the consistently flat nature of the wickets designed specifically for limited-overs cricket. The expansive grounds and conducive pitch conditions make it a dream for stroke-makers, encouraging aggressive shot-making and high-scoring encounters.
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Indore Weather forecast
The weather forecast for the upcoming India versus Afghanistan cricket match in Indore looks exceptionally favourable for an uninterrupted game. There are no anticipated chances of rain, ensuring clear skies and optimal playing conditions for the teams. The humidity is expected to be at a comfortable 49%, providing a pleasant atmosphere for players and spectators.
Additionally, a gentle breeze is set to flow at 13 km/hr, adding a touch of coolness to the air. These conditions are ideal for an exciting and competitive cricket match, allowing the players to showcase their skills without weather-related interruptions.
India vs Afghanistan, Probable Playing XI, 2nd T20I:
India: Rohit Sharma (c), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill, Jitesh Sharma, Rinku Singh, Sanju Samson (wk), Axar Patel, Ravi Bishnoi, Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Mukesh Kumar.
Afghanistan: Ibrahim Zadran (c), Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Hazratullah Zazai, Najibullah Zadran, Mohammad Nabi, Karim Janat, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Fazal Haq Farooqi, Naveen Ul Haq, Qais Ahmad.
