India vs Afghanistan 2nd ODI 2026 Highlights: Shubman Gill’s 154 & Ishan Kishan’s 125 Power India to Massive 170-Run Victory, Seal Series 2-0

India Dominate Afghanistan with Bat and Ball in Lucknow to Clinch ODI Series

India produced a sensational all-round performance to crush Afghanistan by 170 runs in the second ODI of the Afghanistan Tour of India 2026 at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow. Riding on breathtaking centuries from captain Shubman Gill (154 off 110 balls) and wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan (125 off 79 balls), India piled up a mammoth 402 runs before bundling Afghanistan out for 232, taking an unbeatable 2-0 lead in the three-match ODI series.

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The victory showcased India’s batting depth, aggressive intent, and disciplined pace attack, sending a strong message ahead of future ICC tournaments.

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Afghanistan Opt to Bowl First

After winning the toss, Afghanistan captain Hashmatullah Shahidi elected to field first, hoping to exploit early conditions. However, apart from dismissing Yashasvi Jaiswal cheaply, the decision quickly backfired as India’s middle order completely dominated proceedings.

Rohit Sharma Provides Explosive Start

Rohit Sharma looked in sublime touch, smashing 48 runs off just 39 deliveries, including six boundaries and two sixes. His aggressive approach ensured India maintained momentum after the early wicket and put immediate pressure on Afghanistan’s bowlers.

Although Rashid Khan eventually dismissed Rohit before he could reach another half-century, India had already established a strong platform.

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Shubman Gill Leads from the Front with Magnificent 154

Captain Shubman Gill delivered one of the finest ODI innings of his career. Displaying elegant stroke play mixed with controlled aggression, Gill hammered 154 runs from 110 balls, striking 22 fours and 2 sixes.

He dominated both pace and spin, rotating strike beautifully while punishing loose deliveries. His innings anchored India’s massive total and earned him the Player of the Match award.

Gill also revealed after the match that he was targeting a double century before cramps affected his movement in the latter stages of the innings.

Ishan Kishan Blasts 125 in Stunning Partnership

If Gill anchored the innings, Ishan Kishan accelerated it dramatically.

Coming in at No. 4, Kishan unleashed an attacking display, smashing 125 runs from only 79 balls with 14 boundaries and 7 sixes. His fearless batting completely dismantled Afghanistan’s bowling attack.

The Gill-Kishan partnership transformed the game into a one-sided contest as boundaries flowed all around the ground and India crossed the 300-run mark with ease.

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India Finish with a Mammoth 402

Late contributions from Shreyas Iyer, Washington Sundar and others ensured India crossed the psychological 400-run mark despite losing a cluster of wickets near the end.

India finished on:

• 402 all out in 49.5 overs
• Shubman Gill – 154 (110)
• Ishan Kishan – 125 (79)
• Rohit Sharma – 48 (39)

For Afghanistan, Nangeyalia Kharote impressed with 4 wickets, while Rashid Khan picked up three scalps.

Afghanistan Begin Positively but Lose Momentum

Chasing an enormous target of 403, Afghanistan started aggressively through Rahmanullah Gurbaz, who scored 41 from 33 balls.

However, India’s pace attack kept striking at regular intervals. Ibrahim Zadran departed early before Sediq Atal and captain Hashmatullah Shahidi also failed to build substantial partnerships.

Only Rahmat Shah stood tall amidst the collapse, producing a fighting knock of 79 runs from 89 balls, but lacked support from the other end.

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Indian Pacers Seal Comfortable Victory

India’s young fast bowlers once again impressed under pressure.

• Arshdeep Singh: 3 wickets for 45 runs
• Gurnoor Brar: 3 wickets for 60 runs
• Prince Yadav: 2 wickets
• Washington Sundar: 1 wicket

The disciplined bowling attack ensured Afghanistan never threatened India’s huge total and eventually bowled them out for 232 in 44.3 overs.

India vs Afghanistan 2nd ODI 2026: Full Match Scorecard

India – 402 All Out (49.5 Overs)

• Shubman Gill – 154 (110)
• Ishan Kishan – 125 (79)
• Rohit Sharma – 48 (39)
• Shreyas Iyer – 26 (24)

Afghanistan – 232 All Out (44.3 Overs)

• Rahmat Shah – 79 (89)
• Sediq Atal – 42 (50)
• Rahmanullah Gurbaz – 41 (33)

Best Bowlers

India

• Arshdeep Singh – 3/45
• Gurnoor Brar – 3/60
• Prince Yadav – 2/56

Afghanistan

• Nangeyalia Kharote – 4 wickets
• Rashid Khan – 3 wickets

India vs Afghanistan 2nd ODI 2026: Player of the Match

Shubman Gill (India)
154 runs off 110 balls

Gill’s masterclass combined composure with attacking brilliance and laid the foundation for one of India’s biggest ODI totals in recent years.

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Key Records from the Match

• India scored 402 runs, one of their biggest ODI totals against Afghanistan.
• Shubman Gill registered another memorable ODI century as captain.
• Ishan Kishan smashed a destructive century at a strike rate above 150.
• India secured the ODI series with one match remaining.
• Afghanistan suffered one of their heaviest ODI defeats against India by runs.

Series Situation

With this emphatic 170-run victory, India now lead the three-match ODI series 2-0, making the final ODI a dead rubber while giving the hosts an opportunity to test more bench strength.

Afghanistan, meanwhile, will look to regroup and finish the tour on a positive note in the final encounter.

Final Thoughts

India delivered a near-perfect performance in Lucknow. The batting unit fired collectively, led by magnificent centuries from Shubman Gill and Ishan Kishan, while the bowling attack maintained relentless pressure throughout Afghanistan’s chase.

As preparations continue for future ICC events, performances like these underline India’s incredible squad depth and growing confidence in ODI cricket. Afghanistan showed flashes of resistance through Rahmat Shah and Gurbaz but were ultimately overwhelmed by India’s superior quality in every department.

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