Rahmat Shah's resistance was not enough as Afghanistan suffered a heavy defeat after being forced to follow on against India.

Saleem Safi claimed a six-wicket haul in only his second Test, but Afghanistan faced a daunting deficit.

Centuries from KL Rahul and Shubman Gill put India in a commanding position despite three wickets from Afghanistan’s bowlers.

Saleem Safi claimed the lone wicket as India made a steady start on the opening day.

Centuries from Darwish Rasooli and Ismat Alam powered Speenghar to an 84-run victory in the final.

Afghanistan A will open its campaign on June 11 against India A before taking on Sri Lanka A on June.

The match is scheduled to take place this week, although organizers have not announced an exact date.

Captain Darwish Rasooli's unbeaten century helped Speenghar secure a three-wicket victory over Mis-e-Ainak and advance to the title match.

A 161-run innings from Imran Mir helped Amo Region secure a place in the final, while three teams remain in.

Virat Kohli scored an unbeaten 75 as Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated Gujarat Titans by five wickets to retain the Indian.