14/06/2026
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India Defeat Afghanistan by 7 Wickets as Gurbaz and Gill Rewrite the Record Books
Records tumbled in Dharamsala as Afghanistan's Rahmanullah Gurbaz smashed the fastest ODI century in his country's history, only for Indian captain Shubman Gill to lead a brilliant chase and secure a comfortable seven-wicket victory in the rain-shortened first ODI.
The opening ODI between India and Afghanistan was reduced to 25 overs per side due to persistent rain. After India elected to bowl first, Afghanistan found themselves under pressure early. However, Rahmanullah Gurbaz produced a sensational counterattack, scoring 102 runs from just 51 balls, including eight fours and eight sixes. His century came in only 48 deliveries, making it the fastest ODI hundred ever scored by an Afghan batter.
Despite Gurbaz's heroics, Afghanistan were bowled out for 194. India's debutants Harsh Dubey and Gurnoor Brar impressed with three wickets each, preventing Afghanistan from posting an even bigger total.
Chasing 195, India remained in control for most of the innings. Captain Shubman Gill anchored the run chase with an unbeaten 84 and shared crucial partnerships that steadily took India closer to the target. India eventually reached the total with seven wickets in hand and 13 balls to spare, taking a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.
The match highlighted the growing strength of Afghanistan's batting lineup while also showcasing India's depth and composure under pressure. Gurbaz's record-breaking century proved Afghanistan can challenge top teams, while India's successful chase demonstrated why they remain one of the strongest ODI sides in world cricket.
Another major milestone came from Shubman Gill, who became the fastest Indian and the second-fastest player overall to reach 3,000 ODI runs, adding another achievement to an already memorable night.
India now hold a 1-0 advantage in the three-match ODI series and will look to seal the contest in the next game. Afghanistan, encouraged by Gurbaz's historic innings, will aim to bounce back and keep the series alive. With records already broken and young stars shining, fans can expect another exciting battle in the upcoming ODI.