{
  "id": 6909690,
  "title": "Jasprit Bumrah back in the mix as Afghanistan prepare to ‘host’ India in India",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/12/jasprit-bumrah-back-in-the-mix-as-afghanistan-prepare-to-host-india",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-12T10:39:20.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/sport/cricket/jasprit-bumrah-back-in-the-mix-as-afghanistan-prepare-to-host-india-in-india-1.500671900"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "New Delhi experienced a slight change in atmosphere as India's nets session at Arun Jaitley Stadium brought back the presence of Jasprit Bumrah. After a brief delay due to rain, the pace bowler showcased his skills by running in, bowling effectively, and challenging Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who had previously dismissed him for six runs during an IPL match. Bumrah's swift dismissal of Sooryavanshi demonstrated his readiness to return to form following a knee injury that kept him out of recent matches. The upcoming bilateral series between India and Afghanistan marks a significant change in the host nation's role, as Afghanistan will officially welcome India for the first time in their home grounds. This shift in dynamics is fueled by Afghanistan's growing strength in T20 cricket, featuring a formidable spin attack led by Rashid Khan, Mohammad Nabi, and Rahmanullah Gurbaz, who have gained significant recognition in Indian stadiums through their participation in the IPL. The upcoming encounter in New Delhi signifies a new era for Afghanistan, as they move from being an underdog team to a force to be reckoned with in international cricket.",
  "summary": "1st T20I: Bumrah back in the mix as Afghanistan prepare to ‘host’ India in India",
  "key_points": [
    "Jasprit Bumrah returns to form after knee injury, dismissing Sooryavanshi",
    "Afghanistan set to host India in their home grounds for first time",
    "Afghan spin trio of Rashid Khan, Nabi, and Gurbaz gain recognition"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 3,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "The Indian Express",
        "title": "India vs Afghanistan 1st T20I Live Streaming: When and where to watch IND vs AFG?",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/12/india-vs-afghanistan-1st-t20i-live-streaming-when-and-where-to-watch",
        "published": "2026-09-12T12:43:09.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Gulf News",
        "title": "Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in focus as India take on Afghanistan in T20 series",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/12/vaibhav-sooryavanshi-in-focus-as-india-take-on-afghanistan-in-t20",
        "published": "2026-09-12T17:06:33.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}