Shubman Gill, Ishan Kishan Smash Centuries
Lucknow: India captain Shubman Gill and wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan produced sensational centuries to put Afghanistan under immense pressure in the second ODI at Lucknow. While Ishan Kishan was dismissed after a brilliant 125-run knock, Gill ou at 154 runs as India reached 366/4 in 43.3 overs.
After losing the toss and being asked to bat first, India suffered an early blow when Yashasvi Jaiswal was dismissed in just the second over. However, Rohit Sharma steadied the innings with an aggressive knock before narrowly missing a half-century.
The Indian opener scored 48 runs off 39 deliveries, including four boundaries and two sixes, before being bowled by Afghanistan's star spinner Rashid Khan.
Ishan Kishan took control of the innings after the early wickets and played a magnificent knock of 125 runs. The left-hander attacked the Afghan bowlers from the outset and shared a crucial partnership with captain Shubman Gill.
His innings laid the foundation for India's massive total.
Captain Shubman Gill continued his outstanding form with a commanding century. The right-hander remained unbeaten on 145 runs from 103 balls, anchoring the innings while maintaining an impressive scoring rate.
Gill's knock was studded with elegant boundaries and aggressive stroke play, keeping Afghanistan on the back foot throughout the innings.
Young fast bowler Prince Yadav made his international debut for Team India in the match. The pacer earned his maiden call-up after an impressive IPL 2026 campaign.
Shreyas Iyer presented the debut cap to Prince Yadav before the start of the match. He became the third player to make his debut for India in the ongoing series.
India made a few changes to the playing XI, bringing back Kuldeep Yadav and Yashasvi Jaiswal. Afghanistan also entered the contest with multiple changes as both teams looked to gain an advantage in the series.
