The long-awaited ICC ODI series is finally here, giving us a hype of international cricket on the field once again. The ICC teams are stepping into the 50-over format fully prepared and are now ready to perform in this competition.
Now that the ICC ODI format has come back into focus, every game matters. Teams try to test their line-ups, climb the rankings, and acquire enough confidence to stay in the ICC ODI Series. This series will witness a fierce battle in which luck, pitch conditions, and turning points will heavily influence the final results.
With the ICC tournament still underway, supporters can anticipate tightly contested and inspiring performances. The thrill of losing and winning streaks makes the ICC ODI cricket the most entertaining game.
ICC Match Schedule
1. India vs Afghanistan
Date: 13 June 2026 (Saturday)
Time: 04:00 AM ET | 01:00 AM PT | 01:30 PM IST
Venue: HPCA Stadium, Chelian
2. West Indies vs Sri Lanka
Date: 14 June 2026 (Sunday)
Time: 08:30 PM ET (previous day) | 05:30 PM PT (previous day) | 06:00 AM IST
Venue: Sabina Park, Kingston
3. Bangladesh vs Australia
Date: 14 June 2026 (Sunday)
Time: 01:00 AM ET | 10:00 PM PT (previous day) | 10:30 AM IST
Venue: Sher-e-Bangla, Dhaka
Projected Lineups and Preview for the Series
India vs Afghanistan
Date: 13 June 2026 (Saturday)
Time: 04:00 AM ET | 01:00 AM PT | 01:30 PM IST
Venue: HPCA Stadium, Chelian
India Team Predicted Lineups
| Player | Role |
| Shubman Gill (c) | Top-order batter |
| Shreyas Iyer | Top-order batter |
| Arshdeep Singh | Bowler |
| Harsh Dubey | Bowling allrounder |
| Gurnoor Brar | Bowler |
| Ishan Kishan | Wicketkeeper batter |
| Yashasvi Jaiswal | Opening batter |
| Kuldeep Yadav | Bowler |
| Nitish Kumar Reddy | Batting allrounder |
| Prasidh Krishna | Bowler |
| Prince Yadav | Bowler |
| KL Rahul † | Wicketkeeper batter |
| Rohit Sharma | Top-order batter |
| Washington Sundar | Bowling allrounder |
Afghanistan Team Predicted Lineups
| Player | Role |
| Hashmatullah Shahidi (c) | Top-order batter |
| Azmatullah Omarzai | Allrounder |
| Bilal Sami | Bowler |
| Darwish Rasooli | Top-order batter |
| AM Ghazanfar | Bowler |
| Ibrahim Zadran | Opening batter |
| Ikram Alikhil | Wicketkeeper batter |
| Mohammad Nabi | Allrounder |
| Mohammad Saleem | Bowler |
| Nangeyalia Kharote | Allrounder |
| Rahmanullah Gurbaz | Wicketkeeper batter |
| Rahmat Shah | Allrounder |
| Rashid Khan | Bowling allrounder |
| Sediqullah Atal | Opening batter |
| Ziaur Rahman | Bowler |
IND vs AFG Match Preview | ODI
India, captained by the young and talented player Shubman Gill, will take the field with a well-rounded team. Although Virat Kohli’s injury has affected the team’s strength, the teenage sensation Yashasvi Jaiswal has been replaced in the lineup. India has been ranked among the best teams in the ICC World Cricket Rankings. They are considered to be one of the most difficult teams to overcome in world cricket.
Afghanistan will be largely dependent on the trio of Rashid Khan, Mohammad Nabi, and Rahmanullah Gurbaz. Their spinners can create problems for India’s batters if the pitch helps spin bowling. As they are in 7th place in the Men’s ODI Team Rankings, they want to make a comeback.
The strengths of India are their balanced game, their extensive batting line-up, and their adaptable bowling unit. All reinforcements are the reason why they are likely to win this game. Afghanistan can pose tough competition, but India’s strength and its No. 1 spot give it a clear edge.
The pick: India
West Indies vs Sri Lanka
Date: 14 June 2026 (Sunday)
Time: 08:30 PM ET (previous day) | 05:30 PM PT (previous day) | 06:00 AM IST
Venue: Sabina Park, Kingston
West Indies Team Predicted Lineups
| Player | Role |
| Brandon King | Opening Batter |
| Shai Hope (wk) | Wicketkeeper-Batter |
| Rovman Powell | Middle-order Batter |
| Shimron Hetmyer | Batter |
| Sherfane Rutherford | Middle-order Batter |
| Roston Chase | All-Rounder |
| Jason Holder | All-Rounder |
| Romario Shepherd | Bowling All-Rounder |
| Akeal Hosein | Slow Left-arm Orthodox |
| Gudakesh Motie | Left-arm Spin |
| Shamar Joseph | Fast Bowler |
Sri Lanka Team Predicted Lineups
| Player | Role |
| Pathum Nissanka | Opening Batter |
| Kusal Mendis (wk) | Wicketkeeper-Batter |
| Kamindu Mendis | Top-order Batter |
| Charith Asalanka | Batter |
| Dasun Shanaka | All-Rounder |
| Wanindu Hasaranga | All-Rounder / Leg-spinner |
| Dunith Wellalage | All-Rounder |
| Maheesh Theekshana | Off-spinner |
| Dushmantha Chameera | Fast Bowler |
| Nuwan Thushara | Fast Bowler (Sling Action) |
| Dilshan Madushanka | Left-arm Fast-Medium |
WI vs SL Match Preview | T20
The T20 between West Indies and Sri Lanka will be played at Sabina Park in Kingston. This will be one of the major matchups between West Indies and Sri Lanka. West Indies’ destructive middle order features Nicholas Pooran and Rovman Powell at the forefront. They will face Sri Lanka’s quality spin duo Wanindu Hasaranga and Maheesh Theekshana, who are successful at lowering the scoring rate.
West Indies will try to capitalize on their home advantage and their aggressive batting. On the other side, Sri Lanka depends more on their consistency and control. On the basis of current form and overall team balance, Sri Lanka is slightly ahead of the West Indies.
The pick: Sri Lanka
Bangladesh vs Australia
Date: 14 June 2026 (Sunday)
Time: 01:00 AM ET | 10:00 PM PT (previous day) | 10:30 AM IST
Venue: Sher-e-Bangla, Dhaka
Bangladesh Team Predicted Lineups
| Player | Role |
| Tanzid Hasan | Opening Batter |
| Soumya Sarkar | All-Rounder |
| Najmul Hossain Shanto | Top-order Batter |
| Towhid Hridoy | Middle-order Batter |
| Litton Das | Wicketkeeper-Batter |
| Mosaddek Hossain | All-Rounder |
| Mehidy Hasan Miraz (c) | All-Rounder / Captain |
| Tanvir Islam | Bowler (Left-arm Spin) |
| Taskin Ahmed | Fast Bowler |
| Mustafizur Rahman | Left-arm Fast-Medium |
| Nahid Rana | Fast Bowler |
Australia Team Predicted Lineups
| Player | Role |
| Matt Short | All-Rounder / Opener |
| Cooper Connolly | All-Rounder |
| Marnus Labuschagne | Top-order Batter |
| Josh Inglis (c/wk) | Wicketkeeper-Batter / Captain |
| Alex Carey | Wicketkeeper-Batter |
| Cameron Green | All-Rounder |
| Matt Renshaw | Batter / Part-time Bowler |
| Xavier Bartlett | Fast-Medium Bowler |
| Nathan Ellis | Fast-Medium Bowler |
| Adam Zampa | Leg-spinner |
| Riley Meredith | Fast Bowler |
BAN vs AUS Match Preview | ODI
It is expected to be a highly competitive ICC ODI match when Bangladesh hosts Australia at Sher-e-Bangla Stadium in Dhaka. It is proof of how tough the Bangladesh team is since they won the first ODI at home. Bangladesh’s top order comprised Najmul Hossain Shanto, Towhid Hridoy, and Litton Das. Along with the all-round skills of Mehidy Hasan Miraz and Soumya Sarkar, it will be crucial again.
Nevertheless, Australia is still expected to make a strong comeback after losing the first game. Their batting line-up, with players like Labuschagne, Green, Inglis, and Carey, ensures they can handle pressure. Zampa and his bowling comrades will also bring a lot of control and the ability to take wickets.
Bangladesh will probably rely on home advantage and gaining momentum from the win. Meanwhile, Australia is expected to come back with a more concentrated and aggressive approach, making this a very close match.
The pick: Bangladesh
Conclusion
The ICC ODI series is expected to be a showcase of highly competitive, thrilling matches in every fixture. The unique strengths and tactical approaches of each team will make the series more engaging.
Some teams seem to have an advantage based on their balance and consistency, yet cricket never lacks surprises. The teams’ performances of the most influential players and the turning points of the matches will be determining factors.
In the end, the team that handles pressure better and shows consistency across all areas will have an advantage. They will be the ones to lift the trophy in this thrilling ICC ODI challenge.
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