In January, cricket fans are in for a treat as Afghanistan gears up for a thrilling three-match T20I series against India. Scheduled for January 11, 14, and 17, this series comes amidst India's packed cricket calendar, squeezed between the South Africa tour and a five-Test series against England starting in early February.

This upcoming series holds a special place as it marks the first-ever three-match T20I encounter between Afghanistan and India. The cricketing giants have faced off in five T20Is previously, with India securing victory in four, showcasing their dominance in the shorter format. Notably, their last meeting at the Asian Games in Hangzhou resulted in no clear winner, but India claimed victory due to their higher seeding.

Recalling the 2023 ODI World Cup, India emerged triumphant against Afghanistan with an eight-wicket win, led by the captain, Rohit Sharma, who scored a record-breaking seventh century in the competition. Afghanistan also has a Test match history in India, dating back to June 2018, where India emerged victorious by an innings and a massive 262 runs. Cricket enthusiasts are eagerly anticipating the clash between these two formidable teams, promising an exciting start to the cricketing year.