India and Afghanistan prepare for 2nd ODI in Lucknow on June 17
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 2:38 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
India faces Afghanistan in the second ODI of the series at Lucknow's Ekana Stadium on June 17. India leads the series 1-0 after a seven-wicket victory in the first match, where Shubman Gill scored 84 not out. Afghanistan, encouraged by Rahmanullah Gurbaz's century in the opener, looks to equalize the series. Both teams anticipate hot weather conditions, with temperatures expected to peak at 40°C. India may consider lineup changes, while Afghanistan hopes to leverage Rashid Khan's spin bowling advantage on the pitch.
- •India leads the series 1-0 following a win in the first ODI.
- •The match is scheduled for June 17 at 1:30 PM IST.
- •Hot weather expected in Lucknow, with temperatures around 40°C.
- •Rashid Khan will be crucial for Afghanistan on a spin-friendly pitch.
- •Potential changes in India's lineup as they look to test bench strength.
- 5:23 AMYahoo Sports — India vs Afghanistan 2nd ODI live score, toss winner, winning probability, result and highlights from Lucknow
- 2:38 PMYahoo Sports — India vs Afghanistan 2nd ODI Live Streaming: When and where to watch, Lucknow weather forecast, pitch report and predicted XI
"India aims to seal the ODI series against Afghanistan in the second match at Lucknow on June 17, holding a 1-0 lead. Shubman Gill's team secured a dominant win in the opener, while Afghanistan seeks to level the series despite Rahmanullah Gurbaz's century. India may also test bench strength with potential changes to their lineup.
"Follow the latest update of the second ODI between India and Afghanistan in Lucknow.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 17, 2026, 5:23 AMIndia vs Afghanistan 2nd ODI live score, toss winner, winning probability, result and highlights from Lucknow
Follow the latest update of the second ODI between India and Afghanistan in Lucknow.
- Yahoo SportsJun 16, 2026, 2:38 PMIndia vs Afghanistan 2nd ODI Live Streaming: When and where to watch, Lucknow weather forecast, pitch report and predicted XI
India aims to seal the ODI series against Afghanistan in the second match at Lucknow on June 17, holding a 1-0 lead. Shubman Gill's team secured a dominant win in the opener, while Afghanistan seeks to level the series despite Rahmanullah Gurbaz's century. India may also test bench strength with potential changes to their lineup.
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