India vs Afghanistan 3rd ODI 2026 Match Report: Prasidh Krishna’s Five-For and Yashasvi Jaiswal’s Blazing Century Seal 3-0 Whitewash for India
India Crush Afghanistan by 9 Wickets in Chennai to Complete Dominant ODI Series Sweep
Team India delivered another clinical performance as they defeated Afghanistan by 9 wickets in the 3rd ODI of the Afghanistan Tour of India 2026 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai. Powered by Prasidh Krishna’s sensational 5/23 and an unbeaten 110 from Yashasvi Jaiswal, India chased down 219 in just 28.4 overs, winning with 128 balls to spare and sealing the series 3-0.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!The victory underlined India’s remarkable bench strength, with youngsters and experienced campaigners combining brilliantly in every department.
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India vs Afghanistan 3rd ODI 2026: Match Summary
| Match | India vs Afghanistan, 3rd ODI |
|---|---|
| Venue | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| Result | India won by 9 wickets |
| Afghanistan | 218 all out (44.2 overs) |
| India | 224/1 (28.4 overs) |
| Player of the Match | Prasidh Krishna (5/23) |
| Player of the Series | Shubman Gill |
Afghanistan’s Top Order Blown Away by Prasidh Krishna
Afghanistan won the toss and chose to bat first, but the decision backfired almost immediately.
Prasidh Krishna produced one of the finest opening spells by an Indian fast bowler in recent ODI history. Bowling with excellent pace, bounce and movement, he dismantled Afghanistan’s top order.
He removed:
- Rahmanullah Gurbaz – 5
- Ibrahim Zadran – 11
- Rahmat Shah – 5
- Darwish Rasooli – 1
At one stage Afghanistan were reeling at 36/4, completely under pressure.
His first spell read an astonishing 5 overs, 2 maidens, 6 runs and 4 wickets, setting the tone for India’s dominance.
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Hashmatullah Shahidi Scripts Heroic Maiden ODI Century
With wickets tumbling around him, Afghanistan captain Hashmatullah Shahidi stood tall.
Displaying immense patience and determination, Shahidi rebuilt the innings alongside Azmatullah Omarzai, adding a valuable 105-run partnership for the fifth wicket.
Despite battling cramps in Chennai’s humid conditions, Shahidi reached his maiden ODI hundred after nearly 95 international appearances.
Shahidi’s Knock
- 103 runs
- 130 balls
- 13 fours
- 1 six
His innings prevented Afghanistan from suffering an even heavier collapse.
Azmatullah Omarzai Provides Valuable Support
Azmatullah Omarzai played positively during the rebuilding phase, scoring:
- 50 runs
- 56 balls
- 5 fours
- 2 sixes
However, once Prince Yadav dismissed him, Afghanistan again lost momentum.
Mohammad Nabi contributed 21 runs, but the lower order failed to capitalize.
Late Collapse Hurts Afghanistan
After reaching a competitive position around 198/5, Afghanistan imploded.
A series of poor running decisions resulted in:
- Multiple run-outs
- Loss of wickets in clusters
- Five-run penalty for repeatedly running on the protected area of the pitch
Captain Shubman Gill effected consecutive run-outs, while Prasidh Krishna returned to dismiss Shahidi and complete his maiden ODI five-wicket haul.
Afghanistan eventually folded for 218 in 44.2 overs.
Prasidh Krishna Registers Maiden ODI Five-Wicket Haul
The star of the first innings was undoubtedly Prasidh Krishna.
Bowling Figures
- Overs: 8.2
- Runs: 23
- Wickets: 5
- Economy: 2.76
His disciplined line, bounce and ability to exploit helpful conditions completely exposed Afghanistan’s batting lineup.
India Begin Chase in Explosive Fashion
Chasing 219, India started aggressively.
The opening pair of Rohit Sharma and Yashasvi Jaiswal dominated from the outset, punishing anything loose and keeping Afghanistan’s bowlers under constant pressure.
The duo stitched together a magnificent 170-run opening partnership, effectively ending the contest before the halfway mark.
Rohit Sharma Returns to Form with Stylish 79
Rohit survived an early chance but made Afghanistan pay dearly.
His innings featured trademark pull shots, elegant drives and fearless strokeplay against both pace and spin.
Rohit Sharma
- 79 runs
- 69 balls
- 9 fours
- 3 sixes
He attacked Rashid Khan confidently before eventually falling to Mohammad Nabi.
Yashasvi Jaiswal Announces Himself Again
While Rohit entertained, it was Yashasvi Jaiswal who stole the show.
The young opener looked in complete control throughout the innings, rotating strike smartly while punishing loose deliveries.
He reached his century in 83 balls, becoming one of the fastest Indians to score an ODI hundred against Afghanistan.
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Yashasvi Jaiswal
- 110* runs
- 86 balls
- 14 fours
- 3 sixes
He remained unbeaten and fittingly sealed victory with aggressive strokeplay.
This was his second ODI century in just six innings, underlining his extraordinary consistency at the international level.
Shreyas Iyer Finishes the Job
After Rohit’s dismissal, Shreyas Iyer joined Jaiswal and ensured there were no hiccups.
He remained unbeaten on:
- 20 runs
- 19 balls
- 2 sixes
India crossed the target in only 28.4 overs, completing one of their most dominant ODI chases in recent years.
India vs Afghanistan 3rd ODI 2026: Key Performers
India
- Yashasvi Jaiswal – 110* (86)
- Rohit Sharma – 79 (69)
- Prasidh Krishna – 5/23
- Prince Yadav – 1 wicket
- Gurnoor Brar – 1 wicket
- Harsh Dubey – 1 wicket
Afghanistan
- Hashmatullah Shahidi – 103 (130)
- Azmatullah Omarzai – 50 (56)
- Mohammad Nabi – 21 (23)
India vs Afghanistan 3rd ODI 2026: Turning Points of the Match
- Prasidh Krishna’s devastating new-ball spell reduced Afghanistan to 36/4.
- Shahidi and Omarzai’s recovery delayed India’s dominance but lacked finishing support.
- Afghanistan’s late collapse and run-out errors cost them 20–30 crucial runs.
- Rohit and Jaiswal’s 170-run opening stand removed any pressure from the chase.
- Jaiswal’s unbeaten century ensured India wrapped up the match with 128 balls remaining.
India vs Afghanistan 3rd ODI 2026: Major Records and Milestones
- Prasidh Krishna claimed his maiden ODI five-wicket haul.
- Yashasvi Jaiswal scored his second ODI century in only his sixth innings.
- India completed a 3-0 ODI series whitewash over Afghanistan.
- Shubman Gill was named Player of the Series.
- Hashmatullah Shahidi registered his maiden ODI hundred for Afghanistan.
- India maintained their unbeaten record against Afghanistan across international cricket.
India vs Afghanistan 3rd ODI 2026: Final Verdict
The third ODI showcased India’s incredible depth in both batting and bowling. Prasidh Krishna’s fiery pace attack destroyed Afghanistan’s top order, while Yashasvi Jaiswal and Rohit Sharma produced an effortless batting masterclass that left the visitors with no chance of a comeback.
For Afghanistan, Hashmatullah Shahidi’s fighting century was the lone bright spot in an otherwise disappointing performance. India, meanwhile, head into tougher assignments full of confidence after a comprehensive 3-0 sweep built on disciplined bowling, fearless batting and exceptional teamwork.
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