The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has officially locked in the schedule for a landmark three-match T20I series against India, with all games slated for the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi.
This highly anticipated series, marking the first time Afghanistan will officially “host” India in a bilateral T20I series, is scheduled for September 13, 15, and 17, 2026, a move already agreed upon by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).
The confirmation arrived via a letter from ACB CEO Naseeb Khan to various stakeholders on Monday, August 10, outlining the finalised dates and venues. This development, while exciting for fans of both nations, simultaneously casts a definitive shadow over the Indian team’s prospective tour of Bangladesh, which had tentatively eyed a September 1-13 window. The clash in dates means the Bangladesh series now appears all but cancelled, barring any unforeseen governmental intervention.
IND vs AFG Series Schedule and Venue
All three Twenty20 Internationals will unfold at Delhi’s iconic Arun Jaitley Stadium, a venue renowned for its rich cricketing history. The stadium boasts an official capacity of 37,499 spectators, promising an electric atmosphere for this historic encounter.
| Match | Date | Venue | Start Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st T20I | September 13, 2026 | Arun Jaitley Stadium | TBD |
| 2nd T20I | September 15, 2026 | Arun Jaitley Stadium | TBD |
| 3rd T20I | September 17, 2026 | Arun Jaitley Stadium | TBD |
(Note: Exact match start times are yet to be announced by the authorities.)
In a display of goodwill and cultural understanding, the ACB has initiated further negotiations with the BCCI, proposing to reschedule one of the matches to September 14. This date coincides with Ganesh Chaturthi, a significant festival celebrated across India, which the Afghanistan board hopes would add a “festive touch” to the series.
This series promises compelling cricketing action, reinforcing the growing bond between the two cricketing nations. With the dates now firm and broadcast negotiations progressing, fans can eagerly anticipate a thrilling contest on Indian soil.