In the first ODI match between India and Afghanistan, Dharamsala weather could be the biggest plot twist

India is gearing up for the upcoming ODI ICC World Cup 2027 . Therefore the team is considering the India vs Afghanistan ODI three-match series as the kick start for the upcoming international challenge. The previous test match with the same opponents was a big success for Team India. Therefore fans are really hopeful about the one-day series. As the squad is built very cautiously fans are holding high hopes.

After the success in the test, Subhman Gill is leading the squad for the 50-over one-day tournament against the same opponents. On the other hand, Afghanistan seems pretty much prepared to contest one of the strongest ODI opponents in international cricket. Though the previous test was not successful at all, they are still holding hopes for the one-day matches. This series is also special as this is the very first bilateral series between India and Afghanistan.

Although Afghanistan hasn't received much assurance as their veteran all rounder mohammad nabi is quite unwell. When the selection procedure was going on he was reported not enough fit to secure a position inside the squad. His presence would have made a crucial shift in the results for the Afghans. But it didn't happen. Therefore the team is holding hopes on other players like Rashid Khan, Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Azmatullah Omarzai on the other hand, India will keep their beliefs on Rohit Sharma's experience and the leadership of Gill, based on their previous performance.

Meanwhile not only the performances or forms, but also the weather is another obstacle in front of the teams as the weather in Dharmashala has been declared hazardous. The weather forecast has predicted that there could be rain, thunderstorm during the matches. Even a prediction of a hailstorm is also solidifying during the ODI days. Because of these orange alerts people are assuming that the match could be delayed, interrupted or even cancelled on some days. Therefore both teams are very worried about the future of the match.

Sportscape observes this entire scenario as a very crucial one at this point. The match is important for both teams from different aspects. Weather is nonetheless another crucial part that might cause a crisis. Although we hope for the best.