In an exciting prelude to the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, the Afghanistan National Cricket Team faced off against the West Indies National Cricket Team in the eighth warm-up match held on February 4, 2026, at the BCCI Centre of Excellence Ground 1 in Bengaluru. The West Indies won the toss and opted to bowl first, setting the stage for an engaging contest.
This warm-up match serves as a crucial opportunity for both teams to fine-tune their line-ups and strategies ahead of the highly anticipated tournament. Fans eager to catch the action can watch select matches, including this encounter, on the Jio Hotstar streaming platform. Live score updates can also be accessed on the official International Cricket Council (ICC) website.
According to the teams’ selected line-ups, West Indies features a strong contingent with players such as Brandon King, Shai Hope, Shimron Hetmyer, and experienced captain Jason Holder. On the other hand, Afghanistan’s squad boasts key players like Rashid Khan, Mohammad Nabi, and promising talents Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Ibrahim Zadran.
With both teams looking to capitalize on this warm-up match to build momentum, fans are in for an exhilarating display of cricket as they prepare for the T20 World Cup. The outcome of this match could provide valuable insights into each team’s form and combinations heading into the main tournament.