The Super Eight of the T20 WC is underway, with the USA opening the Super 8 stage against South Africa on June 19. Eight teams have qualified for the Super 8, divided into two groups, and are battling for a spot in the semi-finals of the T20 WC . In this overview, we’ll focus on Group A, where four teams—India, Australia, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan—are competing for two semi-final spots.

Key Points

• Afghanistan, in their last 4 games, bowled out 3 teams below 100.
• India hasn’t played a single T20 game in 7 days; their last game was on June 12 against the USA.
• No Indian player has scored 100 runs in the tournament so far. India’s top scorer is R. Pant with 96 runs.
• Afghanistan’s highest wicket-taker is F. Farooqi with 12 wickets.
• India’s highest wicket-takers are A. Singh and H. Pandya with 7 wickets each.
• On paper and stats, Afghanistan looks more superior.

India vs Afghanistan, Super 8 T20 WC 

India will start their Super Eight campaign against Afghanistan, who lost their last group stage match on June 18 by 104 runs against the West Indies. The India vs. Afghanistan match will take place on June 20 at 08:00 PM at the Barbados Stadium.

India will be pleased to see R. Gurbaj, a key Afghan player, scoring 0 against the West Indies. R. Gurbaj leads the charts for the most runs scored. I. Zardan also played a decent innings against the West Indies. However, India should not underestimate players like R. Gurbaj, I. Zardan, F. Farooqi, R. Khan, and M. Nabi.

While Indian batters have not been spectacular, their bowlers, especially A. Singh and J. Bumrah, have been performing excellently. Let’s review the head-to-head record between AFG and IND, predicted lineups, recent forms, match predictions, and fantasy tips to see who is more likely to win.

AFG vs IND Super 8 T20 WC Match Details

• Date: June 20, 2024
• Time: 8:00 PM IST
• Venue: Kensington Oval, Barbados, West Indies

AFG vs IND Team Form

Afghanistan (AFG)

• Form: Win, Win, Win, Win, Lost
• Afghanistan has bowled out three teams below the 100-run mark in their last four games, including New Zealand for 75 runs.

India (IND)

• Form: Win, Win, Win, Win, Draw
• India last played a T20 game against the United States on June 12. Since then, they haven’t played any matches, as their game against Canada was abandoned due to rain. India struggled in their last game, particularly in the batting department.

AFG vs IND: Kensington Oval, Barbados Pitch Report

Pitch Conditions

The pitch at Kensington Oval in Barbados initially provides seam movement for fast bowlers, making it difficult for batsmen to settle quickly. This early movement, combined with extra bounce, poses significant challenges, particularly in the opening overs. 

However, as the game progresses, the pitch tends to offer true pace and bounce, enabling batsmen to play confidently once they adjust. Spinners may find limited turn on this surface and will need to rely on precision and variation to outwit the batsmen.

Previous T20I at Kensington Oval

In the most recent T20I at Kensington Oval, England faced Australia. Australia won the game by 36 runs. England, chasing a target of 202 runs set by Australia, scored 165 in 20 overs for the loss of 6 wickets.

Highest Score by a Team in T20I at Kensington Oval

The highest score by a team at Kensington Oval in T20Is was recorded by the West Indies, who scored 224/5 against England in January 2022. Rovman Powell hit a century, scoring 107 runs off just 53 balls, leading the West Indies to a 20-run victory.

Lowest Score by a Team in T20I at Kensington Oval

The lowest score by a team at Kensington Oval in T20Is was by Afghanistan, who were bowled out for 80 runs against South Africa in a T20 WC 2010 match.

T20 WC Kensington Oval Barbados Report

The average first innings score at Kensington Oval for the T20 WC this year is 157.25 runs.

AFG vs IND Super 8 T20 WC Predicted Playing XI

Afghanistan Predicted Playing XI

The Afghanistan team is expected to field a strong lineup with R. Khan (c) leading the side. The wicketkeeping duties will be handled by R. Gurbaz. The batting lineup includes I. Zadran and A. Omarzai, providing stability at the top. M. Nabi, a seasoned all-rounder, adds depth to the batting and bowling departments. F. Farooqi, N. ul-Haq, and M. ur-Rahman will spearhead the bowling attack, with G. Naib, N. Kharote, and K. Janat providing additional support in both batting and bowling.

India Predicted Playing XI

India will be led by R. Sharma (c), with V. Kohli as a key player in the batting lineup. R. Pant (wk) will manage the wicketkeeping responsibilities, while S. Yadav, S. Dube, and H. Pandya bolster the middle order. R. Jadeja and A. Patel will add all-round capabilities to the team. The bowling attack will be spearheaded by J. Bumrah, A. Singh, and M. Siraj, ensuring a formidable pace and spin combination to challenge the Afghan batsmen.

AFG vs IND Fantasy Players You Must Pick

F. Farooqi

• Took 12 wickets in 4 games.
• Main threat to R. Sharma and V. Kohli.

R. Gurbaz

• Scored 167 runs in 4 innings.
• Tops the chart.

I. Zardan

• Scored 152 runs in 4 innings.

H. Pandya

• 7 wickets in 3 games
• Offers batting as well and is a big hitter who can change the course of the game.

A. Singh

• Taken 7 wickets in 3 games

J. Bumrah

• Taken 5 wickets in 3 games
• Economy close to 4.10

R. Pant

• Apart from R. Pant, no Indian batsman playing shots freely.
• Fearless attitude and consistent performance make him a key player for fantasy teams.

Fantasy Team for IND vs AFG Super 8 T20 WC 

IND vs AFG Super 8 T20 WC 2024 Prediction: Who Will Win?

Google suggests a prediction of 80-20 in India’s favor; however, we believe that Afghanistan has some of the most experienced players like R. Khan and M. Nabi, as well as in-form players like R. Gurbaj and F. Farooqi, who can give huge competition to the Indian team. This match is going to be tough for India, but with so much talent on their side, India is most likely to come out on top and win this Super 8 game.

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