India vs Afghanistan Today's Match Prediction, 3rd ODI - Who will win today’s match?
India vs Afghanistan (Source: X/@BCCI)
Published - 19 Jun 2026, 12:03 PM• Read time - 12 mins
India will look to complete a whitewash as they take on Afghanistan in the third and final ODI of the series on Saturday, June 20 at MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. The Men in Blue took an unassailable 2-0 lead with a massive 170-run victory during the second ODI in Lucknow. The Shubman Gill-led side has been completely dominant in the series so far and will look to continue their ruthless display.
Ahead of the game, they’ve also reinforced their squad and added fast bowler Harshit Rana. On the other hand, after a spirited performance in the series opener, Afghanistan were completely outplayed in the second fixture. They will have a lot to play for in the final game as they look to avoid a whitewash and register their first-ever victory over India.
IND vs AFG Match Info
| Date | Fixture | Match No | Venue | Start time (Local time) |
| Saturday, June 20 | India vs Afghanistan | 3rd ODI | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai | 1:30 PM |
Venue Statistics (ODI)
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Matches Played | 28 |
| Matches Won Batting First | 15 |
| Matches Won Bowling First | 12 |
| No Result | 1 |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 245 |
| Average 2nd Innings Score | 221 |
| Highest Total Recorded | 337/7 (50) by Asia XI vs Africa XI, 2007 |
| Lowest Total Recorded | 69/10 (23.5) by Kenya vs New Zealand, 2011 |
| Highest Score Chased | 288 [291/2 in 47.5 overs] by West Indies vs India, 2019 |
| Lowest Score Defended | 171 by England vs South Africa, 2011 |
MA Chidambaram Stadium Pitch Report and Playing Conditions:
| Aspect | Batters | Pacers | Spinners |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Assistance | Good | Decent | Good |
| Bounce | Decent | Decent | Moderate |
| Movement/turn | Good | Minimal after powerplay | Good |
| Best Phase | Middle overs | With the new ball | Middle Overs |
IND vs AFG Head-to-Head record (ODIs)
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 6 |
| India | 5 |
| Afghanistan | 0 |
| Tied | 1 |
India vs Afghanistan Playing XI Prediction
India
Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill(c), Ishan Kishan(w), Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Gurnoor Brar, Arshdeep Singh, Prince Yadav
Afghanistan
Rahmanullah Gurbaz(w), Ibrahim Zadran, Sediqullah Atal, Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi(c), Darwish Rasooli, Rashid Khan, Nangeyalia Kharoti, AM Ghazanfar, Mohammad Saleem Safi, Bilal Sami
Players to watch out for:
Rohit Sharma
The star opener got a good start in the second ODI but failed to convert it into a big score, getting dismissed for 48 (39). With the competition for a place in the team intensifying, Rohit will be desperate to leave a mark with a big innings in the third ODI.
Rashid Khan
The wrist spinner had a memorable outing in the second ODI as he scalped three wickets, registering figures of 3/48 in eight overs. Rashid will enjoy bowling on the spin-friendly surface in Chennai and will be eager to help his team end the series on a high.
Today's Match Prediction: India to win
Disclaimer: This prediction is based on current form, team balance, and available match data. Cricket remains unpredictable, and actual results may vary.
