Afghanistan Cricket Team: News
12 Nov 2024
Mohammad NabiMohammad Nabi to retire from ODIs after 2025 Champions Trophy
Afghanistan's all-rounder Mohammad Nabi has announced that he will retire from One Day Internationals (ODIs) following the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy.
12 Nov 2024
Rahmanullah GurbazRahmanullah Gurbaz owns these prominent feats in ODIs
Afghanistan's wicketkeeper-batter Rahmanullah Gurbaz recently entered the cricket history books by becoming the second-youngest player to score eight ODI centuries.
12 Nov 2024
Quinton de KockPresenting youngest batters to smash eight ODI centuries
Afghanistan's batting sensation Rahmanullah Gurbaz has etched his name in history by becoming the second-youngest player to score eight ODI centuries.
12 Nov 2024
Rahmanullah GurbazRahmanullah Gurbaz surpasses Kohli, Tendulkar with eighth ODI century
Afghanistan's wicketkeeper-batter Rahmanullah Gurbaz has etched his name in cricket history by becoming the second-youngest player to score eight One Day International (ODI) centuries.
12 Nov 2024
Mohammad NabiMohammad Nabi eyes Champions Trophy after Afghanistan's ODI series win
Afghanistan cricket team's veteran all-rounder Mohammad Nabi has set his eyes on the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy.
10 Nov 2024
Bangladesh Cricket TeamBangladesh defeat Afghanistan in 2nd ODI, level series 1-1
Bangladesh have thrashed Afghanistan by 68 runs in the second ODI at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah.
09 Nov 2024
Bangladesh Cricket Team2nd ODI: Najmul Hossain Shanto slams 76-run knock versus Afghanistan
Bangladesh skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto slammed an impressive 76-run knock versus Afghanistan in the 2nd ODI on Saturday held at Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah.
08 Nov 2024
ICC Champions TrophyMohammad Nabi to retire from ODIs after Champions Trophy 2025
Afghanistan's experienced all-rounder Mohammad Nabi has decided to retire from One Day International (ODI) cricket after the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
07 Nov 2024
Rashid KhanAllah Ghazanfar claims 6-wicket haul against Bangladesh in 1st ODI
Bangladesh's cricket team suffered a major blow in its preparation for next year's ICC Champions Trophy, after a batting collapse against Afghanistan.
06 Nov 2024
Bangladesh Cricket Team1st ODI: Bangladesh's Taskin Ahmed and Mustafizur Rahman floor Afghanistan
Bangladesh pacers Taskin Ahmed and Mustafizur Rahman floored Afghanistan with respective four-fers in the first ODI held in Sharjah on Wednesday.
06 Nov 2024
Bangladesh Cricket TeamSharjah becomes first cricket stadium to host 300 internationals: Stats
The Sharjah Cricket Stadium has created history by becoming the first-ever venue to host 300 men's international cricket matches.
31 Oct 2024
Shakib Al HasanShakib Al Hasan set to feature in Afghanistan ODI series
Bangladesh cricket star, Shakib Al Hasan, will return to action for the upcoming ODI series against Afghanistan, starting November 6 in Sharjah.
30 Oct 2024
Rashid KhanAfghanistan's Rashid Khan set for Test return in Zimbabwe series
Afghanistan's star spinner Rashid Khan will return to Test cricket in the impending two-match series against Zimbabwe.
07 Oct 2024
Indian Cricket TeamLargest win margins for India in T20Is (by balls)
India thrashed Bangladesh in the 1st T20I at the New Madhavrao Scindia Cricket Stadium, Gwalior, on Sunday.
29 Sep 2024
Afghanistan Cricket BoardAfghanistan to host Bangladesh for 3 ODIs in UAE: Details
The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has revealed it will be hosting Bangladesh for a three-match One Day International (ODI) series in the United Arab Emirates this November.
23 Sep 2024
Rahmat ShahWatch: Rahmat Shah's unusual dismissal in 3rd ODI against SA
A unique dismissal took place in the recent ODI series between Afghanistan and South Africa.
22 Sep 2024
Rashid KhanDecoding bowlers with best ODI figures on their birthdays
Afghanistan's star leg-spinner Rashid Khan recently made history by becoming the first player to claim an ODI five-wicket haul on his birthday.
21 Sep 2024
South Africa Cricket TeamPresenting the biggest wins for Afghanistan in ODIs (by runs)
Afghanistan etched their name in ODI history books after dishing out a mammoth 177-run defeat on South Africa in the 2nd encounter of the 2024 series held in the UAE.
21 Sep 2024
Rahmanullah GurbazBatters with most ODI centuries for Afghanistan cricket team
Rahmanullah Gurbaz made history for Afghanistan after slamming his 7th ODI hundred in his side's 2nd match of the 2024 series against South Africa held in the UAE.
21 Sep 2024
Rashid KhanRashid Khan sets unique record with ODI fifer on birthday
Rashid Khan, the star cricketer from Afghanistan, has made history by becoming the first player to claim an ODI five-wicket haul on his birthday.
21 Sep 2024
Rahmanullah Gurbaz2nd ODI: Afghanistan shatter records with 177-run victory over SA
Afghanistan have made history by defeating South Africa in the second ODI by a staggering 177 runs in Sharjah.
20 Sep 2024
Rahmanullah GurbazRahmanullah Gurbaz slams his 7th ODI ton, surpasses 1,500 runs
Afghanistan batter Rahmanullah Gurbaz let his bat do the talking in the 2nd ODI versus South Africa being held at Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah.
18 Sep 2024
South Africa Cricket Team1st ODI, Fazalhaq Farooqi claims four-fer vs South Africa: Stats
Afghanistan pacer Fazalhaq Farooqi was the pick of the bowlers for his side against South Africa in the first ODI at Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah on Wednesday.
18 Sep 2024
Aiden MarkramTemba Bavuma to miss 1st ODI against Afghanistan: Here's why
South Africa's captain Temba Bavuma will not be participating in the first One-Day International (ODI) against Afghanistan on September 18 at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium.
13 Sep 2024
Gary SteadNew Zealand, Afghanistan coaches express disappointment over abandoned Test
New Zealand head coach Gary Stead and Afghanistan coach Jonathan Trott expressed their disappointment after the one-off Test match in Greater Noida
13 Sep 2024
Gary SteadNZ coach rues missing game time ahead of SL Tests
New Zealand's cricket team is grappling with disappointment after its one-off Test match against Afghanistan was called off without a single ball being bowled.
13 Sep 2024
Afghanistan Cricket BoardHistoric Afghanistan-New Zealand Test called off without toss: Details
The one-off Test match between Afghanistan and New Zealand, held in Greater Noida, has made history as the first Test to be abandoned due to rain in Asia.
12 Sep 2024
Hashmatullah ShahidiAFG vs NZ Test: Shahidi expresses disappointment over rain-affected match
Hashmatullah Shahidi, the captain of Afghanistan cricket team, has expressed his disappointment over the rain-affected one-off Test match against New Zealand.
12 Sep 2024
Hashmatullah ShahidiHashmatullah to lead Afghanistan in SA ODIs; Rashid Khan returns
Afghanistan have unveiled a 17-member team for the upcoming three-match ODI series against South Africa.
12 Sep 2024
Javagal SrinathAFG-NZ Test set for complete washout; Day 4 called off
The one-off Test Afghanistan and New Zealand scheduled at the the Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik Stadium in Greater Noida is on the brink of being washed out.
10 Sep 2024
New Zealand Cricket TeamAFG-NZ Test: Day 2 called off; ground faces backlash
The second day's play of the one-off Test between hosts Afghanistan and New Zealand at the Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik Sports Complex in Greater Noida has been called off despite no rain during playing hours.
10 Sep 2024
Afghanistan Cricket Board"Never coming back...': Poor ground facilities disrupt historic Afghanistan-NZ Test
The one-off Test match between Afghanistan and New Zealand, scheduled to take place at the Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik Sports Complex in Greater Noida, was postponed due to substandard conditions.
10 Sep 2024
New Zealand Cricket TeamAFG-NZ, One-off Test: Outfield dug up to fix wet patch
The historic one-off Test match between Afghanistan and New Zealand at the Greater Noida Sports Complex Ground has been postponed due to a damp outfield. This venue is hosting its first-ever Test match.
09 Sep 2024
New Zealand Cricket TeamAFG-NZ, One-off Test: Wet outfield entirely washes out Day 1
The inaugural day of the one-off Test match between New Zealand and Afghanistan at Greater Noida Sports Complex Ground, was postponed due to a wet outfield.
09 Sep 2024
South Africa Cricket TeamSouth Africa announce squads for white-ball series against Afghanistan, Ireland
South Africa have announced their squads for the upcoming white-ball series against Afghanistan and Ireland.
09 Sep 2024
New Zealand Cricket TeamAFG vs NZ, 1st Test: Wet outfield delays toss
The one-off Test match between Afghanistan and New Zealand, scheduled to start at the Greater Noida Sports Complex Ground on September 9, has been delayed.
09 Sep 2024
Hashmatullah ShahidiHashmatullah Shahidi confident despite Rashid Khan's absence in NZ Test
The Afghanistan cricket team is gearing up to face New Zealand in a one-off Test match, without their star leg-spinner Rashid Khan.
08 Sep 2024
Hashmatullah ShahidiAfghanistan's Ibrahim Zadran doubtful for NZ one-off Test: Here's why
In a major blow to the Afghanistan cricket team, star opener Ibrahim Zadran has suffered an ankle injury ahead of their one-off Test match against New Zealand, starting September 9.
08 Sep 2024
Hashmatullah ShahidiHashmatullah Shahidi seeks consistent home venue for Afghanistan in India
Hashmatullah Shahidi, a prominent figure in Afghan cricket, has expressed his desire for Afghanistan to have a consistent home venue in India.
08 Sep 2024
Kane WilliamsonDecoding Kane Williamson's impressive Test numbers in Asia
Eyes will be on veteran batter Kane Williamson as New Zealand take on Afghanistan in the one-off Test.
08 Sep 2024
Hashmatullah ShahidiHashmatullah Shahidi excited to play against NZ in Greater Noida
The Greater Noida Sports Complex Ground is set to host a historic one-off Test match between Afghanistan and New Zealand from September 9 onward.
08 Sep 2024
Kane WilliamsonKane Williamson set to become NZ's leading run-scorer (international cricket)
Kane Williamson, the former captain of the New Zealand cricket team, is on the verge of accomplishing a significant milestone.
07 Sep 2024
New Zealand Cricket TeamNew Zealand set for unprecedented Test cricket series in Asia
The New Zealand cricket team is preparing for an unusual schedule of six Test matches in two months, all to be played in Asia.
07 Sep 2024
Rahmat ShahRahmat Shah confident ahead of Afghanistan's maiden Test against NZ
Afghanistan's star batter, Rahmat Shah, has expressed confidence in his team's ability to challenge New Zealand in the upcoming one-off Test match.
06 Sep 2024
Hashmatullah ShahidiAfghanistan drop Gulbadin Naib from Test squad against New Zealand
Afghanistan have announced a 16-member squad for the upcoming one-off Test against New Zealand, set to commence on September 9.
06 Sep 2024
Gary SteadVikram Rathour joins New Zealand team for Afghanistan Test
Vikram Rathour, the former batting coach of the Indian cricket team, has joined the New Zealand Test squad's support staff.
05 Sep 2024
New Zealand Cricket TeamNZ cricket team reaches India for one-off Test against Afghanistan
The New Zealand cricket team has landed in India, marking the beginning of their tour.
30 Aug 2024
Greater NoidaAfghanistan players unable to practice in Noida stadium: Here's why
The Afghanistan cricket team is facing significant challenges in their preparation for the upcoming Test match against New Zealand.
27 Aug 2024
Rashid KhanRashid Khan excluded from Afghanistan's preliminary squad for NZ Test
Rashid Khan, Afghanistan's star spinner, is not a part of the preliminary 20-member squad for the upcoming one-off Test against New Zealand.
22 Aug 2024
Afghanistan Cricket BoardACB hopeful of hosting international cricket after Rashid's SCL participation
The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has expressed optimism about the possibility of hosting international cricket matches in the near future.
22 Aug 2024
Afghanistan Cricket BoardR Sridhar appointed Afghanistan's assistant coach for NZ, SA series
The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has announced the appointment of India's Ramakrishnan Sridhar as the assistant coach for its national team.
21 Aug 2024
Rashid KhanRashid Khan smashes fastest fifty in Afghanistan's T20 league
Rashid Khan, the captain of Afghanistan's national cricket team, played a blazing knock in a Shpageeza Cricket League match.
20 Aug 2024
International Cricket Council (ICC)T20 World Cup: ICC rates New York, Tarouba pitches 'unsatisfactory'
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has given an "unsatisfactory" rating to the pitches used during the 2024 Men's T20 World Cup, for the initial two matches at Nassau County Stadium in New York.
30 Jul 2024
Rashid KhanRashid Khan becomes second player with 600 T20 wickets: Stats
Afghanistan bowler Rashid Khan has entered the record books after taking his 600th wicket in T20 cricket.
29 Jun 2024
ICC T20 World CupStats and records of Fazalhaq Farooqi in T20 WC 2024
Afghanistan's campaign in the 2024 ICC T20 World Cup 2024 campaign ended with a humiliating nine-wicket loss against South Africa in the first semi-final.
28 Jun 2024
Rashid KhanDecoding Rashid Khan's T20 World Cup 2024 campaign in stats
Afghanistan spinner Rashid Khan was solid for his side in the ICC T20 World Cup 2024.
27 Jun 2024
ICC T20 World CupICC T20 World Cup 2024: Decoding Afghanistan's campaign in stats
Afghanistan had a solid ICC T20 World Cup 2024 campaign, reaching the semi-finals.
27 Jun 2024
South Africa Cricket TeamDecoding the lowest totals against South Africa in T20Is
South Africa qualified for their maiden ICC T20 World Cup final after thrashing Afghanistan in Tarouba.
06 Nov 2024
Bangladesh Cricket Team1st ODI: Bangladesh's Taskin Ahmed and Mustafizur Rahman floor Afghanistan
Bangladesh pacers Taskin Ahmed and Mustafizur Rahman floored Afghanistan with respective four-fers in the first ODI held in Sharjah on Wednesday.
