Batting first after winning the toss at Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Bangladesh posted 154 for 5 in their 20 overs.

In his absence, fast bowler Abdullah Ahmadzai has been promoted from the reserves to the main squad.

The team reached an altitude of about 3,300 meters (10,826 feet) in the Khwaja Omari district of Ghazni.

Chasing 128, India reached 131-3 in 15.5 overs, powered by captain Suryakumar Yadav’s unbeaten 47 off 37 balls.

Afghanistan enters the Asia Cup after a tri-nation series in Sharjah against Pakistan and the UAE.

Afghanistan, however, collapsed in reply, managing only 66 runs in 15.5 overs before being bowled out.

The monthlong tournament began Aug. 20 in Khost with five regional teams playing in a round-robin format.

The three teams will play each other twice in the group stage, with the top two advancing to the final.