IND vs AFG: Yashasvi Jaiswal Falls for 24 as Afghanistan Draw First Blood in One-Off Test
A fresh chapter opens at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur – this ground now seeing its debut in red-ball cricket. Drama took hold early, even before lunch, during the standalone Test between India and Afghanistan.
Viewers tracking each delivery via Khelosports witnessed chances slip through Afghanistan’s fingers just as clearly as they saw India settle into a steady rhythm. The day began with Shubman Gill calling correctly at the toss; he chose batting, setting the stage without flair or fuss.
Opening Stand Ends in Controversy and Relief
Out came India’s top batters, KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal, showing they meant business right away. A sharp straight drive off Ziaur Rahman Sharifi brought up Jaiswal’s first runs – two with authority, then four more without delay.
Instead of waiting, they kept moving between wickets, building momentum through steady singles and twos. Their stand climbed to 41, each run adding quiet pressure on Afghanistan’s bowlers. What looked like calm control early could shift fast under clearer skies.
Twists always seem to find their way into Test cricket. A glimmer of hope arrived for Afghanistan during the 11th over.
The Body Language That Misled Everyone on the Team
A sharp noise cracked through the air as Rahul swung fiercely. Ziaur Rahman Sharifi’s delivery, full and sliding away wide of off, drew the cut. Loud cries rose from Afghanistan’s players asking for an edge. Umpire Sharfuddoula stayed silent, arms still, signaling not out.
Out of nowhere, time seemed to freeze. That instant everyone would watch again and again had arrived.
Nowhere near a nick, thought Rahul, shaking his head slow. Beside him, the keeper shrugged – silence in his ears. Their captain paused, then stepped back, letting the moment pass. No need for machines when trust speaks louder. Decision stayed. Not one finger pressed the button.
On the giant screen, things looked otherwise. There was a sharp jump on UltraEdge when the ball flew by the bat. Rahul escaped because of Afghanistan’s mistake.
Former England spinner Graeme Swann, on commentary duty, did not hold back. “KL Rahul has played an absolute blinder here, because the captain and the keeper looked to him, and he shook his head. And they believed him. He should be put up for an Oscar for his acting there,” Swann said. “True batters never believe they are out despite the evidence.”
Mohammad Saleem provides the breakthrough for Afghanistan! 🔥
— Sportskeeda (@Sportskeeda) June 6, 2026
He dismisses Yashasvi Jaiswal for 24. ❌🏏
India: 41/1#Cricket #Test #INDvAFG pic.twitter.com/rcguZTBRR4
Left-Handed Youth Holds Firm Then Lets Go
Rahul’s escape barely changed how things were going for India. Right after, Afghanistan found success with their new player, Mohammad Saleem Safi. That delivery landed just short of good length, sneaking down leg. Jaiswal tried to guide it behind square on the hook – but touched it slightly off the inner half.
It ran true into Afsar Zazai’s gloves; without delay, the signal came: out.
Out went Jaiswl, dismissed after a steady 24 from 32 deliveries, just when he seemed settled in. Right then, Afghanistan struck first, breaking rhythm before players paused for drinks – India tottering at 41 for one. Coming in next, Sudharsan made his way to the middle to bat alongside Rahul, stepping up at position three.
Two Sides One Meal Different Emotions
Afghanistan feels a mix of satisfaction and frustration. Not once did the visiting team let up under pressure. With Ziaur Rahman and newcomer Nangeyalia Kharote steering the pace unit, their bowlers held tight lines throughout. Yet that unused review targeting Rahul lingers heavily. A different outcome there could’ve seen India slump to 37 for 1 – losing their deputy skipper early. That moment slips away now.
This match marks change for India. Without Kohli and Sharma, the lineup shifts under Gill’s captaincy, backed by fresh talent like Suthar, stepping in with spin. Pant reaches fifty Tests, a quiet landmark amid the action. Relief follows Rahul’s escape, though focus must hold firm now – slips could cost dearly.
What the rest of the day brings
Later on Day 1, India’s batters in the middle must face up to Afghanistan’s bowlers, who’ve proven they can make the Mullanpur surface work for them. Rahul gets an opportunity now – turn that earlier reprieve into a solid performance with the bat. On their side, Afghanistan needs momentum; capitalizing on Jaiswal’s dismissal could slow India’s scoring and tilt balance their way.
FAQ
- How many runs did Yashasvi Jaiswal score on Day 1 against Afghanistan?
Yashasvi Jaiswal scored 24 runs off 32 balls before falling to debutant Mohammad Saleem Safi.
- Why did KL Rahul survive a clear edge against Afghanistan?
Rahul shook his head suggesting no edge, and Afghanistan captain Hashmatullah Shahidi chose not to review. UltraEdge later confirmed a clear spike.
- Who is captaining India in the one-off Test against Afghanistan?
Shubman Gill is leading the Indian side in the absence of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli.
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