Afghanistan cricket news

Fact Check: Did Rashid Khan Really Get Married Again? Here’s the Truth Behind the Viral Photo

Afghanistan cricket star Rashid Khan confirms his second marriage, clarifying viral wedding photos and sparking widespread fan attention.

Nov 12, 2025, 08:25 AM IST

'A Cowardly Act': Asadullah Khan On Pakistan Airstrike That Killed Three Young Cricketers

He also credited the Indian Premier League (IPL) for growth of Afghanistan Cricket.

 

Nov 09, 2025, 14:00 PM IST

Afghanistan To Host West Indies In Three-Match T20I Series Ahead Of 2026 World Cup

In a key step towards their preparations for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, Afghanistan are set to host the West Indies for a three-match T20 International series in January 2026.

Nov 08, 2025, 15:46 PM IST

PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi Requests ICC Alternate Plan as Afghanistan May Pull Out of Tri-Series

Afghanistan’s participation in the Pakistan-Sri Lanka T20 Tri-Series 2025 is uncertain amid military tensions, prompting PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi to request the ICC for an alternate plan.

Oct 14, 2025, 12:00 PM IST

Rashid Khan Makes History In White-Ball Cricket, Achieves Special Milestone For Afghanistan

Afghanistan star spinner Rashid Khan made history by becoming the first Afghan bowler to take 200 ODI wickets. 

Oct 09, 2025, 18:10 PM IST

Rashid Khan Faces Heartbreak as Sharjah T20I Turns Emotional with Pakistan Team’s Support

Afghanistan star Rashid Khan suffered a personal tragedy with the passing of his elder brother Haji Abdul Halim Shinwari, as the Pakistan cricket team and Shaheen Afridi paid an emotional tribute during the Afghanistan vs Pakistan T20I in Sharjah, a moment that went viral on social media.

Aug 31, 2025, 08:39 AM IST

Rashid Khan’s Brother Passes Away, Shaheen Afridi’s Emotional Gesture Wins Hearts

Afghanistan’s cricket star Rashid Khan has recently suffered a heartbreaking personal loss, with the passing away of his elder brother, Haji Abdul Islam Shinwari. 

Aug 30, 2025, 14:40 PM IST

Afghanistan Name 17-Member Squad For Sharjah Tri-Series: Ibrahim Zadran, Mujeeb Return; Rashid Khan To Lead

Afghanistan’s T20I squad, spearheaded by Rashid Khan and bolstered by the returns of Ibrahim Zadran and Mujeeb Ur Rahman, is set to take on Pakistan and UAE in a tri-series starting Friday in Sharjah.

 

Aug 27, 2025, 23:45 PM IST

Asia Cup 2025: Afghanistan Name Strong 17-Man Squad With Rashid Khan As Captain

Afghanistan on Sunday announced their 17-member squad for the upcoming Asia Cup 2025, set to be played in Abu Dhabi and Dubai from September 9 to 28. 

Aug 24, 2025, 10:51 AM IST

Who Will Captain Afghanistan In Asia Cup Clash Against India-Pak? Know As ACB Announces 22 member preliminary squad

Afghanistan is scheduled to play the tournament’s opening match on September 9 against Hong Kong at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi. They are placed in Group B alongside Bangladesh and Sri Lanka.

 

Aug 06, 2025, 13:45 PM IST

Not Winning The World Cup, This Is Afghanistan's Rashid Khan's Ultimate Dream

The Afghanistan men's cricket team does play in Afghanistan, but they also play many of their "home" matches in other countries like the UAE and India due to security concerns and lack of suitable facilities within Afghanistan.

Jul 04, 2025, 22:21 PM IST

South Africa Beat Afghanistan By 9 Wickets To Reach Finals Of T20 World Cup 2024

Marco Jansen emerged as the chief destroyer, finishing with figures of 3/16.

Jun 27, 2024, 08:43 AM IST

Big Blow For Afghanistan Ahead Of T20I Series Against India, Rashid Khan Ruled Out

Without Rashid Khan, Afghanistan's spin department will be led by Noor Ahmad and Mujeeb-ur-Rahman, with the experienced Mohammed Nabi adding depth.

Jan 10, 2024, 14:07 PM IST