Shreyas Iyer said that players returning to fitness will be given time to settle before the first T20I against Afghanistan in New Delhi. He also decided to field (bowl) India in the match, making a major change for the second T20I. The series began on Sunday.
Why it matters
Followers see how Iyer manages returning players and makes tactical bowling decisions for India.
Key facts
- Shreyas Iyer said fit‑again players will be given time to settle ahead of the first T20I against Afghanistan in New Delhi (Hindustan Times).
- Shreyas Iyer, as India captain, opted to field (bowl) India versus Afghanistan (Times of India).
- Shreyas Iyer made a massive change for the second T20I, with India opting to bowl (NDTV Sports).
Evidence
Official source, or corroborated across several outlets.
- Fit-again players will be given time to settle in: Shreyas Iyer ahead of the first T20I against Afghanistan in New Delhihindustantimes.comprimary(opens in a new tab)
- IND vs AFG Live: India captain Shreyas Iyer opts to field vs Afghanistantimesofindia.indiatimes.com(opens in a new tab)
- India vs Afghanistan LIVE Score, 2nd T20I: Gautam Gambhir, Shreyas Iyer Make 1 Massive Change, Suspense Ends On Vaibhav Sooryavanshi; India Opt To Bowlsports.ndtv.com(opens in a new tab)
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