India 368/3 in 85.0 overs IND vs AFG Live Score, Day 2 of One-off Test: Shubman Gul, Rishabh Pant look to extend India’s dominance

However, the pair lacked the penetration needed to challenge a batting line-up of India’s calibre.

Khorote gave away 95 runs in 20 overs without reward, while Malik bowled six overs and that too without a wicket. Muhammad Saleem emerged as the most successful bowler with 2 wickets for 67 runs, while fast bowler Zia-ur-Rehman impressed despite taking only one wicket.

Overall, Afghanistan’s attack lacked the quality to maintain pressure and India took full advantage. Without launching an all-out attack, the hosts still scored runs at a brisk pace, hitting 42 fours and four sixes.

With support available for spin, India are expected to make an early declaration on day two and unleash their three-pronged slower bowling attack.