India Wins Toss, Elects to Bowl First Against Afghanistan in 3rd ODI; Playing XI Sees Major Changes

In the third ODI of the 2026 series held at Chennai's MA Chidambaram Stadium, Afghanistan has won the toss and elected to bowl first against India. The Indian team has already secured an unassailable lead in the three-match series. Significant changes have been made to India's playing XI for this encounter. This decision to bowl first indicates a strategic approach by the Afghan team, likely aiming to leverage early-innings conditions. The series has already been decided, suggesting potential opportunities for experimentation with team compositions.

Afghanistan's decision to bowl first after winning the toss in the already-decided ODI series against India signals a strategic approach and potential for team experimentation.