India have had a perfect start to the three-T20I series against Afghanistan

In their last bilateral assignment ahead of the Asian Games 2026, India take on Afghanistan in a three-match T20I series.

R Ashwin also highlighted the major challenges CSK could face even if Hardik Pandya joins them.

In Hardik Pandya's absence, India have tried a handful of players to fill the pace-bowling all-rounder's role, including Shivam Dube and Nitish Kumar Reddy.

India slumped to a humiliating 125-run loss after the Shreyas Iyer-led side was bundled out for just 76 during the third T20I encounter against England.

Dinesh Karthik, who was on commentary duty, was left baffled by the decision and questioned the management's faith in Dube.

Seam-bowling all-rounder Shivam Dube has been drafted into India's squad as a replacement for injured Nitish Kumar Reddy for the upcoming three-match ODI series against England, starting on July 14 in Birmingham.

England's chase of 190 remained a non-starter after the heavens opened up during the innings break.

Arjun Tendulkar picked up 3/11 in three overs, including a maiden, before returning to score an unbeaten half-century in a dominant chase for his franchise.

Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings have been suggested a trade deal involving Hardik Pandya.