India beat Afghanistan by seven wickets in the first ODI of a series opener in Dharamsala on Saturday, in a match affected by rain. India’s captain Shubman Gill plays a central role, posting a key knock after Afghanistan’s innings. The rain-hit conditions shape the contest, but India reaches the revised target to secure victory with seven wickets remaining. In Afghanistan’s innings, pacer Gurnoor Brar makes an early impact on his international debut, drawing attention despite Afghanistan’s eventual defeat. Across the reporting, the focus remains on Gill’s leadership and batting performance, which provides the foundation for India’s successful chase. The match result is described as a series opener win for India, achieved under disrupted playing conditions, while Afghanistan’s performance is framed around Brar’s debut spell. Overall, both outlets report the same outcome, venue, and margin, with emphasis on Gill’s innings and Brar’s standout debut.