In the dead-rubber T20I between India and Afghanistan in Bengaluru, both teams seek context. Despite losing the series, Afghanistan, led by coach Jonathan Trott, aims to fine-tune ahead of upcoming series against Sri Lanka and Ireland, drawing from their successful ODI World Cup campaign. For India, this is the final T20I before the World Cup, with individual performances gaining importance. Key players like Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Arshdeep Singh aim to establish form. The match in M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru, may provide insights for World Cup selections, with the IPL becoming a crucial indicator in the months leading up to the event.

The match is scheduled for January 17, 2024, at 7:00 PM IST. The pitch conditions remain uncertain due to the variability experienced in the previous T20I at the venue. India may use the opportunity to provide opportunities to players like Sanju Samson, Kuldeep Yadav, and Avesh Khan, while Afghanistan might consider options like Qais Ahmad for the final T20I. Virat Kohli and Rahmanullah Gurbaz have been key performers, and their contributions will be significant in the context of this match and the upcoming World Cup.