India vs Afghanistan 3rd T20I
Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium, New Delhi
India face Afghanistan in the 3rd and final T20I at Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium in New Delhi on 17 September 2026. The match begins at 14:00 GMT, which is 7:30 PM local time in India.
Shreyas Iyer leads an India squad featuring returning fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah, while Tilak Varma has been named vice-captain. Afghanistan enter the series under full-time T20I captain Ibrahim Zadran, with Rashid Khan, Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Mohammad Nabi among the experienced players in their squad.
India have already secured the series after winning the first two matches by seven wickets. The hosts will now target a 3-0 sweep, while Afghanistan need an improved all-round performance to finish the tour with a consolation victory.
Players and Storylines to Watch
India Beat Afghanistan to Seal the Series
Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium, New Delhi
India secured the T20I series with a seven-wicket victory in the second match in New Delhi. Afghanistan posted 159/8 before India completed the chase in 14.5 overs.
Nitish Kumar Reddy took 3/24 and was named Player of the Match. Sanju Samson then led the chase with 57, while Abhishek Sharma made 39 and Ishan Kishan finished unbeaten on 38.
Rashid Khan claimed all three Indian wickets, but Afghanistan could not slow the scoring rate enough to defend the total. India now enter the series finale with an unassailable 2-0 lead.
2nd T20I Key Performers
India vs Afghanistan 3rd T20I Match Information
The final match of the Afghanistan vs India T20I Series 2026 will be played on 17 September 2026 at Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium in New Delhi. Afghanistan are the official hosts, and the match starts at 14:00 GMT or 7:30 PM IST.
India vs Afghanistan 3rd T20I Match Preview
India enter the series finale with an unassailable 2-0 lead after two convincing seven-wicket victories. The final match gives the hosts an opportunity to test their depth while pursuing a clean sweep. India can call on the power of Abhishek Sharma and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, with Sanju Samson, Ishan Kishan, Tilak Varma and Shreyas Iyer offering different options through the middle order.
India’s attack combines Jasprit Bumrah and Arshdeep Singh’s pace with the contrasting spin of Axar Patel, Varun Chakaravarthy and Ravi Bishnoi. Selection may depend on workloads and lessons from the first two matches, with the final playing XI confirmed only at the toss.
Afghanistan’s route to a strong finish begins with Ibrahim Zadran and Rahmanullah Gurbaz at the top. Azmatullah Omarzai, Gulbadin Naib and Mohammad Nabi add flexibility, while Rashid Khan, Mujeeb Ur Rahman and Noor Ahmad can attack through the middle overs on the Delhi surface.
By the third game, both sides should have a clearer reading of the pitch and boundary dimensions. Adjustments in the powerplay and at the death could therefore matter more than broad changes to either team’s approach.
India vs Afghanistan T20I Head-to-Head Record
After the first two matches of the 2026 series, India and Afghanistan have met 11 times in men’s T20 internationals. India have won nine, while one match ended in a tie and one produced no result. Afghanistan are still seeking their first T20I victory over India.
| Total T20Is | 11 |
|---|---|
| India Wins | 9 |
| Afghanistan Wins | 0 |
| Tied Matches | 1 |
| No Result | 1 |
Their previous bilateral T20I series was played in India in January 2024. India won the first two matches, while the third was decided after two Super Overs following a tie.
India vs Afghanistan 3rd T20I Live Cricket Streaming
Watch India vs Afghanistan 3rd T20I live cricket streaming on WebCric. The live stream is scheduled to be available on this page during the series finale on 17 September 2026. WebCric also provides the confirmed start time, venue, squad information and links to other selected live cricket streaming pages.
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India vs Afghanistan T20I Series 2026 Schedule
The three T20 internationals will be played in New Delhi on 13, 15 and 17 September. Each match is scheduled to begin at 14:00 GMT, which is 7:30 PM local time in India.
| Match | Date | Time | Venue / Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st T20I | 13 September 2026 | India won by 7 wickets, New Delhi | |
| 2nd T20I | 15 September 2026 | India won by 7 wickets, New Delhi | |
| 3rd T20I | 17 September 2026 | Arun Jaitley Stadium, New Delhi |
India vs Afghanistan 3rd T20I Talking Points
India have already secured the series and will aim to complete a 3-0 sweep. Afghanistan are playing for a consolation victory after losing both completed matches by seven wickets.
Familiarity with the Delhi pitch should make tactical changes especially interesting. India’s pace options and Afghanistan’s spin trio provide contrasting strengths, while both batting groups will want greater control during the final five overs.
India vs Afghanistan 3rd T20I Squads
India T20I Squad
Shreyas Iyer (captain), Abhishek Sharma, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Sanju Samson (wicketkeeper), Ishan Kishan (wicketkeeper), Tilak Varma (vice-captain), Shivam Dube, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Varun Chakaravarthy, Ravi Bishnoi, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh and Yash Thakur.
Afghanistan T20I Squad
Ibrahim Zadran (captain), Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wicketkeeper), Noor Rahman (wicketkeeper), Sediqullah Atal, Darwish Rasooli, Azmatullah Omarzai, Gulbadin Naib, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan, Nangyal Kharoti, Noor Ahmad, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Fazal Haq Farooqi, Abdullah Ahmadzai and Naveen-ul-Haq.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch India vs Afghanistan 3rd T20I live cricket streaming?
You can watch India vs Afghanistan 3rd T20I live cricket streaming on WebCric. The page also contains the verified match time, venue, squads, preview and full series schedule.
When is the India vs Afghanistan 3rd T20I?
The third and final T20 international will be played on Thursday, 17 September 2026 in New Delhi.
What time does India vs Afghanistan live streaming start?
The match starts at 14:00 GMT, which is 7:30 PM local time in India. WebCric live cricket streaming access is expected to appear near the scheduled start time.
Where will the India vs Afghanistan 3rd T20I be played?
The match will be played at Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium in New Delhi, India, the venue for all three T20Is in the series.
Who are the India and Afghanistan captains?
Shreyas Iyer captains India, while Ibrahim Zadran leads Afghanistan. Tilak Varma is India’s vice-captain.
What is the India vs Afghanistan T20I series score?
India lead the three-match series 2-0 after winning both completed games by seven wickets. The 3rd T20I is the final match of the series.
When will the WebCric stream become available?
The player is scheduled to replace the pre-match poster near the start of play. Visit the WebCric live cricket streaming page shortly before 14:00 GMT and refresh if necessary.