New Chandigarh Hosts Maiden Test Match as India Faces Afghanistan Amid Low Attendance
The Punjab Cricket Association International Stadium in New Chandigarh hosted its first Test match, becoming India's 31st Test venue, with India playing Afghanistan in a one-off game. Despite the historic occasion, attendance was low due to extreme heat and the absence of prominent players like Virat Kohli. India dominated the day with centuries from KL Rahul and Shubman Gill, who impressed local fans. Among the sparse crowd was a small group of Afghan supporters, including a student familiar with some players, highlighting personal connections amid limited spectator turnout.