IND VS AFG: The Indian cricket team is set to take the field again on June 6 for a Test match against Afghanistan. The match will be played at the New Chandigarh Stadium, generating great excitement among both fans and players. The BCCI has already announced the squad for the match.
All eyes are now on what the Indian team’s playing XI will look like. The BCCI has included some new faces in the squad, with the intention of fielding them in the playing XI. Jasprit Bumrah has been rested for this match. Read the details below to understand the likely team composition and clear up any confusion.
Players likely to open the innings
Yashasvi Jaiswal and KL Rahul could open the innings in the one-off Test against Afghanistan. KL Rahul has also been appointed as the vice-captain of India’s Test team. Although he has played in the middle order, he has been most successful as an opener; consequently, he could be entrusted with the opening role against Afghanistan.
Who might get the chance at number three?
There is a contest between two batsmen for the number three spot in the Indian team. It is difficult to predict whether Devdutt Padikkal or Sai Sudharsan will get the opportunity, as both are in excellent form. Captain Shubman Gill might give the chance to Sai Sudharsan, given his prior experience at this position. Meanwhile, Captain Shubman Gill is confirmed to play at number four; he is the backbone of Team India’s batting lineup.
Wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant is certain to play at number five in the middle order. While Pant did not have a particularly remarkable IPL 2026 season, he excels in the Test format. Dhruv Jurel could get a chance at number six. Nitish Kumar Reddy is set to play at number seven, and Washington Sundar at number eight. Following them, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Siraj, and Prasidh Krishna could be seen in action in the bowling department.
India’s Probable Playing XI
Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill (Captain), Rishabh Pant (Wicketkeeper), Dhruv Jurel, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Siraj, and Prasidh Krishna.
