In a thrilling T20 encounter, India secured a convincing victory over Afghanistan, winning by 6 wickets with 15 balls left. Shivam Dube's explosive performance at the end sealed the win, propelling India to a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.

Despite a shaky start with the early dismissals of Shubman Gill and captain Rohit Sharma, India's batting lineup rallied. Tilak Varma and Shivam Dube's partnership of 44 runs steadied the innings, setting the stage for a successful chase. Dube, in particular, showcased aggressive batting, reaching a stellar fifty and finishing the match with a maximum.

Afghanistan's bowling effort, although securing an early breakthrough, struggled to contain India's potent batting lineup. While Mujeeb Ur Rahman and Fazalhaq Farooqi impressed, the pacers, notably Naveen-ul-Haq and Mohammad Nabi, faced challenges on a pitch favoring quicker deliveries.

Despite their efforts, Afghanistan fell significantly short against the formidable Indian team, highlighting the difference in class. India's comprehensive victory positions them favorably as the T20 series unfolds.