India won the toss and elected to bat first in the second T20I against Afghanistan at the newly constructed stadium in New Chandigarh. The decision came as no surprise given the team's aggressive approach in the series.
Manav Suthar Makes International Debut
Young spinner Manav Suthar was handed his maiden T20I cap, replacing an injured player in the lineup. The left-arm orthodox bowler has impressed in domestic cricket and will look to make an impact on his debut.
Team Changes and Strategy
India made one change from the previous match, bringing in Suthar. The team management opted for an extra spinner on a pitch expected to assist turn. Afghanistan, led by Rashid Khan, will rely on their spin attack to restrict India.
- Toss: India won and chose to bat.
- Debut: Manav Suthar (India).
- Venue: New Chandigarh Stadium.
The match marks the first international game at this venue. Fans are eager to see how the pitch behaves. India leads the series 1-0 after a dominant win in the first T20I.
