Since the series was already wrapped up, India will be back in action in the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi, on Thursday, September 17, for the third and final T20I against Afghanistan. Although the game may not have much significance, it will be a great chance for the fringe players to prove their talent on the big stage.

The spotlight will be on Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. The young batting sensation has been one of the main topics of discussion for Indian cricket fans this week. With the Asian Games in Japan around the corner, Thursday's game may just be the perfect platform for the teenager to get some match practice in before heading to the continental tournament.

India captain Shreyas Iyer has already said that he will give a chance to the players sitting out on the sidelines. That statement may just change the playing eleven, but the real question is who will be the ones to step aside?

For Sooryavanshi, it could be yet another step in an unbelievable journey.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's Potential India Debut Takes Center Stage

The potential for Sooryavanshi to be on the India's playing XI has created immense intrigue on the eve of the final T20I.

The fact that he was included in the Asian Games squad means that a regular game might help him acclimatise to the demands of top-level cricket.

The only concern, though, is the area where he can be accommodated.

Perhaps, the easiest way out would be to insert the youngster at No 3 and give Ishan Kishan a breather as the wicketkeeper-batter. That way, the former doesn't have to make any significant changes at the top of the order.

Alternatively, they could also experiment with the openings considering that Abhishek Sharma and Sanju Samson have both been in sparkling form.

However, the idea they will stick to is possibly the one that gives an opportunity to the bench players and also ensures that there isn't a break in the flow of the top-order.

The visitors have batted beautifully in the series so far, which makes it even more difficult for the management to decide between the batters. Abhishek Sharma and Sanju Samson have been exceptional, but Ishan Kishan, Shreyas Iyer and Tilak Varma add to the options in the top and middle order.

Given that the series is already lost, they might want to experiment in the batting department. Resting Kishan and bringing in Sooryavanshi would be a good idea, but India can also utilize their existing successful combination and insert the latter in the batting order at some other place.

While the game is important from the perspective of the Asian Games, they should choose the option that sets the platform for the big event.

Ravi Bishnoi Expected to Lead India's Spin Attack

India's spin bowling options could also change the final T20I approach.

With Varun Chakaravarthy injured, the management is already concerned about the impact it will have on their preparations for the Asian Games.

Ravi Bishnoi is expected to play a leading role in the spin bowling department and he will have to shoulder more responsibility if the former doesn't make it for the series decider.

The same will apply to the other bowler if they decide to go with an experimental batting combination. The middle overs will remain a concern if the wicket-keeper batsman is not adept at controlling the run flow.

Once again, they will have to keep in mind the games they still have to play before the Asian Games kick in. The final T20I, too, might prove to be a good trial run for them to observe their bowling resources.

Afghanistan Look to Address Batting Concerns

Afghanistan, on the other hand, has a different set of problems. They have already lost the series and, now, their focus will be on figuring out ways to accelerate their batting order.

They have always struggled to find consistency with the bat in this series and, against a deep batting side like India, they will need to bat deeper than they have in the first two games.

Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Ibrahim Zadran and Sediqullah Atal will have to start putting together better partnerships if they want to take confidence into the Asian Games.

Mohammad Nabi and Rashid Khan will add solidity to the batting depth as experienced campaigners. The visitors might not tinker with the squad until the Asian Games, considering that it is a crucial period for them.

However, the final T20I will be a good chance for them to utilize some of their bench players. A victory in Delhi will provide them with the required impetus for the next assignment.

Asian Games Add Importance to the Final T20I

Despite the series already being decided, Thursday's encounter is crucial for both teams from the perspective of the Asian Games.

India will look to utilize this match to keep their key players motivated while also getting some game-time for those who might feature in the Asian Games. For someone like Sooryavanshi, it will be a good test before heading to Japan.

Afghanistan, meanwhile, will look to fix their batting issues and head into the multi-nation event on a high.