Rashid Khan, recovering from back surgery, will miss the match. Leg-spinner Qais Ahmad replaces him.

The appointment follows Afghanistan's strong performance in last year's World Cricket Cup.

Afghanistan clinched second place, following host country Iran, at the fourth Eurasia Championship in Tehran.

In a thrilling third T20 International, India and Afghanistan ended in a tie with both teams scoring 212.

In a closely contested match held in Thailand, Afghanistan triumphed over the UAE with a final score of 57-51, showcasing.

Afghanistan aims for a consolation win after India secured victories in Mohali and Indore, taking a decisive 2-0 lead in.

Opening batsman Jaiswal blasted six sixes in his 68 from 34 deliveries, laying the groundwork for India's chase of Afghanistan's.

The team will then host Ireland for a similar series in the United Arab Emirates from February 28 to March.

Australia beat India 2-0 in their Asian Cup Group B opener on Saturday at the Ahmad bin Ali Stadium in.

For Afghanistan, Mohammad Nabi was the standout performer, scoring a brisk 42 off 27 deliveries, which bolstered their innings.