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Afghanistan tour of India, 2026Talking Points: Debuts, auditions and a captain in control

Gurnoor Brar's eye-catching debut, Harsh Dubey's eventful first outing, Ishan Kishan's return at No. 3 and more talking points from India's first ODI against Afghanistan

 

Gurnoor Brar's eye-catching debut, Harsh Dubey's eventful first outing, Ishan Kishan's return at No. 3 and more talking points from India's first ODI against Afghanistan

International debutSix-foot-five and climbing: The rapid rise of Gurnoor Brar

India's newest fast-bowling prospect has taken the scenic route to the top, overcoming setbacks while steadily building a reputation for pace, bounce and discipline.

 

India's newest fast-bowling prospect has taken the scenic route to the top, overcoming setbacks while steadily building a reputation for pace, bounce and discipline.

Afghanistan tour of India, 2026Nitish Reddy's opportunity goes beyond filling in

Having played just eight white-ball games for India, Nitish will look to nail down a spot as India look ahead to the next ODI World Cup

 

Having played just eight white-ball games for India, Nitish will look to nail down a spot as India look ahead to the next ODI World Cup

Afghanistan tour of India, 2026India's ODI road resumes with Afghanistan challenge

With Virat Kohli ruled out, bowling coach Morne Morkel indicated that India could "play around with" the No.3 position

 

With Virat Kohli ruled out, bowling coach Morne Morkel indicated that India could "play around with" the No.3 position