The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) selection committee is set to meet and finalize the T20I squad for the upcoming series against Afghanistan. With the Test series against South Africa concluding early, there is spare time to decide the roster for the 3-T20I assignment starting on January 11. Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are reportedly eager to return to the shortest format, aiming for the T20 World Cup next year.

The absence of Mohammed Siraj and Jasprit Bumrah is expected as they are likely to be rested after their performance in South Africa. However, uncertainties surround Mohammed Shami's availability. Injuries continue to sideline Hardik Pandya and Suryakumar Yadav, with their return dates yet to be confirmed. The BCCI is also expected to announce the squad for the first two Tests against England.