The three match T20I series between Afghanistan and West Indies starts on 19 January at 8:00 p.m. Rashid Khan’s Afghanistan will face the visitors following the first match on 19 January, the second on 21 January, and the third on 22 January. All three games are scheduled at Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
AFG vs WI Commentators
The Afghanistan cricket board confirmed the AFG vs WI commentary panel consisting some of the cricketing face and their voice to let them fans enjoy it. Here are the list of commentators for the E& Cup T20I series between Afghanistan and the West Indies, powered by SuperCola:
AFG vs WI T20I Commentary Team
| Commentator | Nationality | Background |
|---|---|---|
| Nick Compton | England | Former Test batsman |
| Samuel Badree | West Indies | T20 specialist leg-spinner |
| Ahmed Farhad Fidai | Afghanistan | Medical graduate; first Afghan commentator in major events like Asia Cup 2025. |
| Devendra Kumar | India | Inspired by Tony Greig; key voice for Afghan cricket broadcasts. |
| Suhaas Vedham | India | Experienced Indian commentator in the panel for this series. |
Nick Compton, former England Test batsman, delivers insightful cricket commentary with a personable style drawn from his playing experience. His analysis often focuses on technique, pitches, and player mindset, reflecting his resilient batting approach.
Samuel Badree, the Trinidadian leg-spinner and T20 specialist, provides sharp, tactical commentary on limited-overs cricket. Known for his witty insights into spin bowling and game strategy from his IPL and international career.
Devendra Kumar, an Indian commentator, became a familiar voice for Afghan cricket after being inspired by Tony Greig. He learned English and honed his skills to become a key part of their broadcast team
Ahmed Farhad Fidai, a medical graduate, made history as the first Afghan commentator in a major multilateral event at the Asia Cup 2025. He brings a local perspective to international broadcasts.
Afghanistan has performed well since the 2023 World Cup. They came close to securing a playoff spot after defeating Australia but were stopped by Glenn Maxwell’s heroic innings. However, this preview focuses on the upcoming T20I series against West Indies. In 2017, West Indies whitewashed Afghanistan in AFG vs WI T20I series. Will Afghanistan take revenge for that defeat, or will West Indies deliver another crushing blow?
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