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India makes three changes for final ODI against Afghanistan in Chennai

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 2:25 PM

Last updated Jun 20, 2026

India makes three changes for final ODI against Afghanistan in Chennai

Summary

India has implemented three changes to their playing XI for the third ODI against Afghanistan at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on June 20. KL Rahul is absent from the squad, with Afghanistan winning the toss and choosing to bat first. Indian captain Shubman Gill noted a focus on improving the team's ability to chase large scores. Afghanistan has made four alterations to their lineup, bringing in Mohammad Nabi and others. The ODI series is already secured by India, leading 2-0.

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By the Numbers

•KL Rahul is not in the squad for India against Afghanistan.
•Shubman Gill leads India, aiming to improve their chase strategy.
•Afghanistan opts to bat first after winning the toss.
•India leads the ODI series 2-0.

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2:25 PMYahoo Sports — Why is KL Rahul not playing? Shubman Gill makes three changes for third ODI vs Afghanistan

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India has made three changes for the final ODI against Afghanistan, with KL Rahul notably absent from the playing XI. Despite already securing the series 2-0, the team aims for a clean sweep. Captain Shubman Gill indicated the side will focus on improving their big-chasing abilities. Afghanistan, opting to bat first, also introduced several new faces to their lineup.
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