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India gains 2-0 lead against Afghanistan in ODI series

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 7:38 PM

Last updated Jun 18, 2026

India gains 2-0 lead against Afghanistan in ODI series

Summary

India secured a commanding 170-run victory over Afghanistan in the second ODI on June 18, 2026, at home. Captain Shubman Gill scored 154, while Ishan Kishan added 125 as the pair built a substantial 224-run partnership for the third wicket. This win gives India an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. Following the match, Gill and Kishan engaged in a light-hearted exchange about the innings, with Kishan jokingly blaming Gill for his dismissal as he pursued additional runs. The teams will face off in the final ODI, aiming for a clean sweep.

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By the Numbers

•India leads the ODI series 2-0 against Afghanistan.
•Shubman Gill scored 154 runs off 110 balls.
•Ishan Kishan contributed 125 runs off 79 balls.
•The third ODI is scheduled at MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.
•Kishan joked about missing out on a double century after his dismissal.

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7:38 PMYahoo Sports — 'Mere 70 runs kam kar diye': Ishan Kishan's playful dig at captain Shubman Gill

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India achieved a dominant 170-run win against Afghanistan in the second ODI. Shubman Gill and Ishan Kishan scored centuries, forming a significant partnership. This victory gives India an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. The focus now shifts to the final ODI as India aims for a clean sweep.
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