West Indies vs Afghanistan will face off in a three-match T20I series in Sharjah next January, giving both teams vital preparation ahead of the ICC T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka this February. The series is scheduled for January 19, 21, and 22, 2026.
CWI Director of Cricket Miles Bascombe highlighted the importance of West Indies vs Afghanistan:
“This West Indies vs Afghanistan series provides an ideal platform for our preparation. Facing strong opposition in subcontinental conditions will help us sharpen our combinations and approach, and it also gives our players a chance to build confidence on surfaces similar to those we’ll encounter in India and Sri Lanka.”
Afghanistan Cricket Board CEO Naseeb Khan added about West Indies and Afghanistan:
“Competing against the West Indies on the brink of a global event in this West Indies and Afghanistan series presents an excellent opportunity for our team to finalize their lineup and enhance preparations for the upcoming mega event in India and Sri Lanka.”
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West Indies and Afghanistan Head-to-Head
The two teams have met eight times in T20Is, with West Indies leading the head-to-head 5-3 in their previous West Indies vs Afghanistan encounters.
West Indies vs Afghanistan: Series Schedule and Key Details
| Match | Date | Venue | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st T20I | Jan 19, 2026 | Sharjah | Opening clash of West Indies vs Afghanistan |
| 2nd T20I | Jan 21, 2026 | Sharjah | Mid-series encounter |
| 3rd T20I | Jan 22, 2026 | Sharjah | Series decider |
Recent Form Ahead of West Indies and Afghanistan
- West Indies: Currently trailing 2-1 in a five-match T20I series in New Zealand
- Afghanistan: Won 3-0 against Zimbabwe in their last T20I series (October 2025)
This West Indies and Afghanistan series offers both sides a vital chance to fine-tune their squads and gain confidence on subcontinental pitches ahead of the T20 World Cup.
FAQs-West Indies v/s Afghanistan
1.When will the West Indies vs Afghanistan T20I series take place?
The West Indies vs Afghanistan series is scheduled for January 19, 21, and 22, 2026 in Sharjah, just weeks before the ICC T20 World Cup.
2.How many T20Is have West Indies and Afghanistan played against each other?
Before this upcoming series, West Indies and Afghanistan have met eight times in T20Is, with West Indies leading the head-to-head 5-3.
3.What is the recent form of West Indies and Afghanistan before this series?
West Indies are currently trailing 2-1 in a five-match T20I series in New Zealand.
Afghanistan recently won a 3-0 T20I series against Zimbabwe in October 2025.
4.Where will the West Indies vs Afghanistan matches be held?
All three T20Is in the West Indies vs Afghanistan series will take place at Sharjah Cricket Stadium.