All international teams touring India will now play one practice game against Afghanistan, an arrangement which will constantly provide international exposure to the team from strife-torn nation. The announcement was made by BCCI acting secretary Amitabh Choudhary during his visit here, according to Afghanistan Cricket Board. India will host Afghanistan in their historic first-ever Test match in Bengaluru from June 14-18. It is a privilege for us to be playing Afghanistan in their historic first Test match as we did not want to let go of this opportunity. Afghan players are well known and loved in India because of their participation in IPL which will increase in the coming years,” BCCI acting secretary said.

Source: Hindustan Times May 31, 2018 11:03 UTC