In the past, Afghanistan has hosted its home games in India, most recently the series against Ireland in Greater Noida. Photo: APNew Delhi: Bengaluru could be announced as a venue for Afghanistan’s first-ever Test, to be played against India. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) are expected to make a joint announcement after a meeting, in New Delhi on Tuesday. Afghanistan earned their Test status alongside Ireland in June last year. Besides welcoming them into five-day cricket, the BCCI has extended a helping hand to Afghanistan on a number of occasions.

Source: Mint January 15, 2018 15:33 UTC