India will face Afghanistan in the first match of the Super 8 stage. Both teams had a successful run in the group stage, securing their Super 8 berths by winning three matches each in their respective groups. Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, Barbados will host the IND vs AFG match on June 20. The venue hosted five matches during the group stage and will host four more games in this World Cup, including the Final.

Talking about the five group stage matches at Bridgetown, Scotland vs England fixture was abandoned due to rain after Scotland raced to 90 runs in just 10 overs without losing any wickets. The Oman vs. Namibia match ended in a tie, with Namibia winning in the Super Over. The Aussies won both of their group games here, against Oman and England, and achieved a 201-run total against the Jos Buttler-led team. Scotland also tasted victory at Barbados, beating Namibia by 5 wickets.

Afghanistan played their group stage in the Caribbean, but their match against India will be their first one in Bridgetown, although the conditions in the West Indies suit them. On the other hand, India played their group stage in the USA and will look to adapt in the game against Afghanistan before they face the mighty Australia.

Kensington Oval Bridgetown Barbados Pitch Report for IND vs AFG match

The pitch at Barbados is of a balanced nature, where a good start can lead a batting side to a big total, while early blows can result in a low score. Power hitters will be more effective here compared to batsmen who rely on timing. Bowling first is likely to be the preferred decision in the IND vs. AFG encounter.