India vs Afghanistan 2nd T20: Match Timing, Live Streaming, and Squad Details

The second match of the ongoing T20 series between India and Afghanistan is scheduled to take place today at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. Under the captaincy of Shreyas Iyer, the Indian team has already secured a lead in the series by winning the first match. The team is now focused on winning this second encounter to clinch the series title. On the other hand, the Afghanistan team will enter the field with the intention of winning this match to level the series, while it's crucial for fans to know the exact timing and broadcasting details to ensure they don't miss any part of the action.

Match Timing and Schedule

The second T20 match between India and Afghanistan will begin at 7:30 PM today. The toss is scheduled to take place half an hour before the start of the game, which is at 7:00 PM. If the weather conditions remain favorable, the first ball will be bowled exactly at 7:30 PM. The match is expected to conclude around 11 PM. India currently holds a 1-0 lead in this three-match T20 series after winning the opening game by 7 wickets. A victory today would seal the series for the hosts.

Live Telecast and Streaming Details

Fans looking to watch the match live should take note of the specific broadcasting rights. The television broadcast rights for this series are held by the Sony Sports Network. This means the match can be viewed live across various TV channels under the Sony Sports umbrella. However, there is a significant detail regarding digital streaming. Unlike many other series, this match won't be available for streaming on the Sony Liv app. Instead, viewers who wish to watch the match on their mobile devices or through digital platforms will need to use the FanCode app, while it's also important to note that the match won't be broadcast on Star Sports or the Jio Hotstar platform. Although the series is being played in India, the Afghanistan Cricket Board is officially hosting it, which has influenced the broadcasting arrangements.

Team India Squad

The Indian squad for this series includes a mix of experienced players and young talent. The team is led by Shreyas Iyer. The full squad consists of Sanju Samson (Wicket Keeper), Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, Shreyas Iyer (Captain), Tilak Varma, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Washington Sundar, Yash Thakur, and Ravi Bishnoi.

Afghanistan Squad

The Afghanistan team, led by Ibrahim Zadran, is prepared to challenge the Indian side. Their squad features several prominent players known for their performance in the T20 format. The full squad includes Rahmanullah Gurbaz (Wicket Keeper), Ibrahim Zadran (Captain), Sediqullah Atal, Gulbadin Naib, Darwish Rasooli, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan, Noor Ahmad, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Naveen-ul-Haq, Nangeyalia Kharote, Abdullah Ahmadzai, and Noor Ul Rahman.