Shubman Gill's unbeaten 84 guides India to seven-wicket victory over Afghanistan in rain-affected ODI opener
India takes a 1-0 lead in the three-match ODI series after successfully chasing a revised target in Dharamshala.
The story
India secured a seven-wicket victory over Afghanistan in a rain-curtailed first One-Day International at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) Stadium in Dharamshala. The match was reduced to 25 overs per side due to persistent rain.
Afghanistan, batting first after India won the toss, posted 194 all out in 24.5 overs, largely thanks to a blistering century from opener Rahmanullah Gurbaz, who smashed 102 runs off just 51 balls. Indian debutants Gurnoor Brar and Harsh Dubey impressed with the ball, each taking three wickets.
In response, India, chasing a revised target of 195, reached it comfortably in 22.5 overs. Captain Shubman Gill led the chase with an unbeaten 84 runs off 66 balls, while KL Rahul provided a crucial cameo of 39 not out off 19 deliveries to seal the win. Gill was named Player of the Match for his captain's knock.
Latest results
| Match | Format | Result | Star |
|---|---|---|---|
| India vs Afghanistan | ODI | India won by 7 wickets | Shubman Gill (IND) 84* (66) |
| Sri Lanka vs West Indies | T20I | Sri Lanka won by 37 runs | Dasun Shanaka (SL) 58 (24) & Kamil Mishara (SL) 61* (40) |
| Sweden vs Austria | T20 | Sweden won by 75 runs | Advait Dhabe (SWE) 4/16 |
Series in play
Afghanistan tour of India 2026. India lead the 3-match ODI series 1-0
Sri Lanka tour of West Indies 2026. 3-match T20I series level 1-1
Australia tour of Bangladesh 2026. 3rd ODI in progress, Bangladesh lead series 2-0
Viking Cup 2026. Group stage in progress
Tables that matter
| Competition | Position | Note |
|---|---|---|
| ICC Men's ODI Team Rankings | #1 India (118 points) | India retains the top spot, with New Zealand five points behind. |
| ICC Men's T20I Team Rankings | #1 India (275 points) | India holds the top position in the T20I format. |
| ICC Men's Test Team Rankings | #1 Australia (131 points) | Australia leads the Test rankings. |
| ICC Cricket World Cup League Two 2023-27 | #1 United States of America (36 points) | USA leads the standings, aiming for 2027 CWC Qualifier berth. |
What we'll be watching
- Bangladesh vs Australia, 3rd ODI (Australia tour of Bangladesh 2026) continues on June 14 at Shere Bangla National Stadium.
- United States of America vs Netherlands, 114th Match (ICC Cricket World Cup League Two 2023-27) on June 14 at Maple Leaf North-West Ground.
- West Indies vs Sri Lanka, 3rd T20I (Sri Lanka tour of West Indies 2026) on June 15 at Sabina Park.
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