Afghanistan and West Indies Clash in Dubai T20I Series
The T20 World Cup 2026 is just three weeks away. Afghanistan and West Indies are entering their final preparation phase. They will play a three-match T20I series. The first match starts on Monday in Dubai.
Team Form and Strategy
Afghanistan comes into this series with strong momentum. They have won their last four matches. This winning run gives them confidence ahead of the World Cup.
West Indies has a different approach. They plan to use this series to test their bench strength. This strategy allows them to evaluate backup players before the big tournament.
The last meeting between these teams happened in 2024. It was during the T20 World Cup. West Indies won that match by a massive 104 runs.
How to Watch in India
Indian cricket fans face a broadcast challenge. No television channel has secured the rights to air this series in India. But there is still a way to catch the action.
Fans can watch the Afghanistan vs West Indies 1st T20I online. Live streaming will be available on the FanCode app and website. This digital platform provides full coverage for viewers in India.
Predicted Playing Elevens
Afghanistan:
- Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wicketkeeper)
- Ibrahim Zadran
- Sediqullah Atal
- Gulbadin Naib
- Darwish Rasooli
- Azmatullah Omarzai
- Mohammad Nabi
- Rashid Khan (captain)
- Noor Ahmad
- Mujeeb Ur Rahman
- Fazalhaq Farooqi
West Indies:
- Brandon King (captain)
- Keacy Carty
- Johnson Charles (wicketkeeper)
- Alick Athanaze
- Shimron Hetmyer
- Gudakesh Motie
- Justin Greaves
- Matthew Forde
- Khary Pierre
- Shamar Joseph
- Jayden Seales
This series promises exciting cricket as both teams fine-tune their squads. The Dubai conditions will test their skills before the World Cup. Fans eagerly await the first ball on Monday.
