Former Afghanistan fast bowler Shapoor Zadran died on Tuesday (Jul 7) after a prolonged battle with illness, the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) confirmed. Over the past several months, Zadran had been undergoing treatment at a hospital in New Delhi and had been diagnosed with Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH), a rare and potentially fatal condition in which the immune system becomes dangerously overactive, causing widespread inflammation and damage to vital organs such as the liver, spleen, bone marrow and lymph nodes. His illness had progressed to an advanced stage and he had been receiving intensive care after travelling to India for treatment in January.&nbsp;Known for his 6-foot-2 height, long hair and fast bowling, Zadran was a strong presence on the field, but in recent months, however, he had been fighting for his life in an intensive care unit as his health continued to worsen.&nbsp;Paying tribute, the Afghanistan Cricket Board posted on X: “With profound grief and deep sorrow, the Afghanistan Cricket Board mourns the passing of former Afghanistan fast bowler Shapoor Zadran."&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricketer-abhishek-sharma-seeks-delhi-high-court-protection-for-personality-rights-1783428180671">Cricketer Abhishek Sharma seeks Delhi HC protection for personality rights</a>&nbsp;Zadran represented Afghanistan in 80 international matches between 2009 and 2020. According to his younger brother, Ghamai Zadran, he first fell seriously ill in October last year and after doctors in Afghanistan recommended specialised care, he travelled to India for further treatment.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/fifa-2026-mbappe-messi-or-haaland-who-s-leading-the-golden-boot-race-1783434971475">FIFA 2026 | Mbappe, Messi or Haaland? Who’s leading the Golden Boot race?</a>&nbsp;Ghamai revealed that Shapoor secured an fast-tracked Indian visa with assistance from Rashid Khan and ACB chairman Mirwais Ashraf.&nbsp;&nbsp;Ashraf reportedly reached out to Jay Shah, while Rashid used his contacts within the Indian cricketing community, built through his IPL stint with Gujarat Titans and appearances for Mumbai Indians-owned franchises in various T20 leagues, to help facilitate the process.

Shapoor Zadran made his ODI debut for Afghanistan in 2009 and played 80 international matches, including 44 ODIs and 36 T20Is.

Former Afghanistan fast bowler Shapoor Zadran died on Tuesday (Jul 7) after a prolonged battle with illness, the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) confirmed. Over the past several months, Zadran had been undergoing treatment at a hospital in New Delhi and had been diagnosed with Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH), a rare and potentially fatal condition in which the immune system becomes dangerously overactive, causing widespread inflammation and damage to vital organs such as the liver, spleen, bone marrow and lymph nodes. His illness had progressed to an advanced stage and he had been receiving intensive care after travelling to India for treatment in January. Known for his 6-foot-2 height, long hair and fast bowling, Zadran was a strong presence on the field, but in recent months, however, he had been fighting for his life in an intensive care unit as his health continued to worsen. Paying tribute, the Afghanistan Cricket Board posted on X: “With profound grief and deep sorrow, the Afghanistan Cricket Board mourns the passing of former Afghanistan fast bowler Shapoor Zadran." Also Read - Cricketer Abhishek Sharma seeks Delhi HC protection for personality rights Zadran represented Afghanistan in 80 international matches between 2009 and 2020. According to his younger brother, Ghamai Zadran, he first fell seriously ill in October last year and after doctors in Afghanistan recommended specialised care, he travelled to India for further treatment. Also Read - FIFA 2026 | Mbappe, Messi or Haaland? Who’s leading the Golden Boot race? Ghamai revealed that Shapoor secured an fast-tracked Indian visa with assistance from Rashid Khan and ACB chairman Mirwais Ashraf. Ashraf reportedly reached out to Jay Shah, while Rashid used his contacts within the Indian cricketing community, built through his IPL stint with Gujarat Titans and appearances for Mumbai Indians-owned franchises in various T20 leagues, to help facilitate the process.

Shapoor Zadran made his ODI debut for Afghanistan in 2009 and played 80 international matches, including 44 ODIs and 36 T20Is.

Former Afghanistan pacer Shapoor Zadran passes away at 38 following a prolonged illness

Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has officially withdrawn from the upcoming tri-series involving Pakistan after air strikes in Paktika Province in the wee hours of Saturday (Oct 18). Alleging Pakistan for the deadly air strikes, at least 10 people were killed, including three Afghan cricketers, in the Urgun district. To condemn the act, ACB has decided to withdraw from the tri-series, which was set to start in November.<h2>Afghanistan pulls out of Pakistan tri-series</h2>The ACB in a statement said, “Three players had earlier traveled to Sharana, the capital of Paktika province, to participate in a friendly cricket match. After returning home to Urgun, they were targeted during a gathering. The ACB considers this a great loss for Afghanistan’s sports community, its athletes, and the cricketing family.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/5-players-with-most-runs-in-women-s-odi-world-cup-history-debbie-hockley-mithali-raj-janette-brittin-charlotte-edwards-suzie-bates-1757606297874">From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history</a>&nbsp;“The ACB also extends its deepest condolences and solidarity to the bereaved families of the martyrs and to the people of Paktika Province.” It added, "In response to this tragic incident and as a gesture of respect to the victims, the Afghanistan Cricket Board has decided to withdraw from participating in the upcoming Tri-Nation T20I Series involving Pakistan, scheduled to be played in late November."&nbsp;The tri-series was scheduled in preparation for the upcoming T20 World Cup in India, as Afghanistan, Pakistan and Sri Lanka were involved. However, taking a strong stand, the series is now in limbo as Afghanistan won’t travel to either Lahore or Rawalpindi, two locations where the series was set to take place.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-women-s-odi-world-cup-2025-all-you-need-to-know-about-indian-women-s-team-schedule-squad-fixtures-and-more-1758556378933">Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more</a><h2>Rashid condemns deadly attack</h2>Afghanistan legend Rashid Khan condemned the air strikes in Paktika Province as called it “immoral” and “barbaric” while accusing Pakistan. "I am deeply saddened by the loss of civilian lives in the recent Pakistani aerial strikes on Afghanistan," Rashid wrote. "A tragedy that claimed the lives of women, children, and aspiring young cricketers who dreamed of representing their nation on the world stage."

The tri-series was scheduled in preparation for the upcoming T20 World Cup in India, as Afghanistan, Pakistan and Sri Lanka were involved. However, taking a strong stand, the series is now in limbo as Afghanistan won’t travel to either Lahore or Rawalpindi.

Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has officially withdrawn from the upcoming tri-series involving Pakistan after air strikes in Paktika Province in the wee hours of Saturday (Oct 18). Alleging Pakistan for the deadly air strikes, at least 10 people were killed, including three Afghan cricketers, in the Urgun district. To condemn the act, ACB has decided to withdraw from the tri-series, which was set to start in November. Afghanistan pulls out of Pakistan tri-series The ACB in a statement said, “Three players had earlier traveled to Sharana, the capital of Paktika province, to participate in a friendly cricket match. After returning home to Urgun, they were targeted during a gathering. The ACB considers this a great loss for Afghanistan’s sports community, its athletes, and the cricketing family. ALSO READ | From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history “The ACB also extends its deepest condolences and solidarity to the bereaved families of the martyrs and to the people of Paktika Province.” It added, "In response to this tragic incident and as a gesture of respect to the victims, the Afghanistan Cricket Board has decided to withdraw from participating in the upcoming Tri-Nation T20I Series involving Pakistan, scheduled to be played in late November." The tri-series was scheduled in preparation for the upcoming T20 World Cup in India, as Afghanistan, Pakistan and Sri Lanka were involved. However, taking a strong stand, the series is now in limbo as Afghanistan won’t travel to either Lahore or Rawalpindi, two locations where the series was set to take place. ALSO READ | Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more Rashid condemns deadly attack Afghanistan legend Rashid Khan condemned the air strikes in Paktika Province as called it “immoral” and “barbaric” while accusing Pakistan. "I am deeply saddened by the loss of civilian lives in the recent Pakistani aerial strikes on Afghanistan," Rashid wrote. "A tragedy that claimed the lives of women, children, and aspiring young cricketers who dreamed of representing their nation on the world stage."

The tri-series was scheduled in preparation for the upcoming T20 World Cup in India, as Afghanistan, Pakistan and Sri Lanka were involved. However, taking a strong stand, the series is now in limbo as Afghanistan won’t travel to either Lahore or Rawalpindi.

Afghanistan withdraws from tri-series involving Pakistan as deadly air strikes kill three cricketers

Afghanistan is set to host Bangladesh for a three-match ODI series in the United Arab Emirates in November.

The stadiums are yet to be confirmed for the three ODIs, but the series is being conducted instead of the all-format tour, which was supposed to be held earlier this year as per the ICC's Future Tours Programme (FTP).

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) declined to travel to the UAE and India because of the temperature in both countries. As a result, the series has been designed for just three ODIs, which will be played on November 6, 9, and 11.

"Following extensive discussions, both boards have agreed to proceed with just the ODI leg, which will be crucial in both teams' preparations for the ICC Champions Trophy, which is set to take place in Pakistan in February next year," the Afghanistan Cricket Board said in a press release.

Last week, BCB president Faruque Ahmed confirmed that he met ACB officials on the sidelines of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) meeting in Malaysia.

The BCB was interested in the idea of playing ODIs against Afghanistan. Bangladesh have played only three 50-over games this year, and they will play three more later in the year against the West Indies.

Afghanistan are enjoying a purple patch of form since the historic T20 World Cup campaign. On the road to the Champions Trophy 2025, Afghanistan captured the cricket world's attention by achieving their first-ever series win against a top-five ICC-ranked side, defeating South Africa in the UAE.

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The Blue Tigers stood victorious in the opening two matches in convincing fashion to take the Sharjah series bragging rights.

Afghanistan won the two matches by six wickets and 177 runs, respectively, bowling out the Proteas for scores of 106 and 134. South Africa went on to claim the third match in consolation, chasing down a target of just 170.

Following the conclusion of the ODI series against Bangladesh, Afghanistan will tour Zimbabwe in December for an all-format series.

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Afghanistan is set to host Bangladesh for a three-match ODI series in the United Arab Emirates in November. The stadiums are yet to be confirmed for the three ODIs, but the series is being conducted instead of the all-format tour, which was supposed to be held earlier this year as per the ICC's Future Tours Programme (FTP).

Afghanistan is set to host Bangladesh for a three-match ODI series in the United Arab Emirates in November. The stadiums are yet to be confirmed for the three ODIs, but the series is being conducted instead of the all-format tour, which was supposed to be held earlier this year as per the ICC's Future Tours Programme (FTP). The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) declined to travel to the UAE and India because of the temperature in both countries. As a result, the series has been designed for just three ODIs, which will be played on November 6, 9, and 11. "Following extensive discussions, both boards have agreed to proceed with just the ODI leg, which will be crucial in both teams' preparations for the ICC Champions Trophy, which is set to take place in Pakistan in February next year," the Afghanistan Cricket Board said in a press release. Last week, BCB president Faruque Ahmed confirmed that he met ACB officials on the sidelines of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) meeting in Malaysia. The BCB was interested in the idea of playing ODIs against Afghanistan. Bangladesh have played only three 50-over games this year, and they will play three more later in the year against the West Indies. Afghanistan are enjoying a purple patch of form since the historic T20 World Cup campaign. On the road to the Champions Trophy 2025, Afghanistan captured the cricket world's attention by achieving their first-ever series win against a top-five ICC-ranked side, defeating South Africa in the UAE. ALSO READ | WTC Standings: Sri Lanka rise to third spot after 2-0 series win in Galle; eyes on India-Australia series The Blue Tigers stood victorious in the opening two matches in convincing fashion to take the Sharjah series bragging rights. Afghanistan won the two matches by six wickets and 177 runs, respectively, bowling out the Proteas for scores of 106 and 134. South Africa went on to claim the third match in consolation, chasing down a target of just 170. Following the conclusion of the ODI series against Bangladesh, Afghanistan will tour Zimbabwe in December for an all-format series. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Afghanistan set to host Bangladesh for three ODIs in UAE

Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has endured a tough start on their adventure on a new adapted home ground in India’s Greater Noida. With a historic one-off Test, which was set to take place at the Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik Sports Complex against New Zealand from Monday (Sep 9), the match has been&nbsp;nothing but a huge mess for the organisers after rain and poor faculties saw the opening day of the contest get washed out. While rain has played spoilsport, it is the poor drainage, players' hospitality and media facilities that have hit the headlines.

<h2>Poor facilities highlight&nbsp;Afghanistan vs New Zealand contest</h2>

At the time of writing on Day 2 of the match, the toss was yet to take place while media personnel raised complaints about poor facilities which included lack of water and improper food. On the other hand, there were no separate washrooms for female officials, highlighting the mismanagement.

However, the biggest issue that caught the eye of the ACB officials was the poor drainage facility. Despite no rain on Day 1, it was the poor subpar drainage facility that restricted play to start on Day 1. Overnight rain had seen the stadium affected by poor outfield, but the lack of infrastructure came as a big embarrassment for the ACB officials.

"This is a huge mess, we are never coming back here. The players are also unhappy with the facilities here," an ACB official said.

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"We had spoken with the concerned people well in advance and were assured by the stadium guys that everything will be in order (pertaining to the media facilities)," he added.

While the match is not part of the World Test Championship (WTC) cycle, it is still an International Cricket Council (ICC) affiliated contest, meaning it will impact the player and team ratings.

While there remains no alternative to switch the venue or postpone the match, the ACB will be determined to not repeat such a scenario in the future. Currently, the nearest cricket ground available is Delhi Arun Jaitley Stadium but is unlikely to be available due to its preparations for the upcoming Bangladesh tour. The same goes for Kanpur’s Green Park which is around 400km away from Greater Noida as that venue too is engaged for India’s series against Bangladesh.

Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has endured a tough start on their adventure on a new adapted home ground in India’s Greater Noida. With a historic one-off Test, which was set to take place at the Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik Sports Complex against New Zealand from Monday (Sep 9), the match has been nothing but a huge mess for the organisers after rain and poor faculties saw the opening day of the contest get washed out.

Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has endured a tough start on their adventure on a new adapted home ground in India’s Greater Noida. With a historic one-off Test, which was set to take place at the Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik Sports Complex against New Zealand from Monday (Sep 9), the match has been nothing but a huge mess for the organisers after rain and poor faculties saw the opening day of the contest get washed out. While rain has played spoilsport, it is the poor drainage, players' hospitality and media facilities that have hit the headlines. Poor facilities highlight Afghanistan vs New Zealand contest At the time of writing on Day 2 of the match, the toss was yet to take place while media personnel raised complaints about poor facilities which included lack of water and improper food. On the other hand, there were no separate washrooms for female officials, highlighting the mismanagement. However, the biggest issue that caught the eye of the ACB officials was the poor drainage facility. Despite no rain on Day 1, it was the poor subpar drainage facility that restricted play to start on Day 1. Overnight rain had seen the stadium affected by poor outfield, but the lack of infrastructure came as a big embarrassment for the ACB officials. "This is a huge mess, we are never coming back here. The players are also unhappy with the facilities here," an ACB official said. ALSO READ | IND vs BAN, 1st Test: KL Rahul likely to get the nod in Playing XI ahead of Sarfaraz Khan - Reports "We had spoken with the concerned people well in advance and were assured by the stadium guys that everything will be in order (pertaining to the media facilities)," he added. While the match is not part of the World Test Championship (WTC) cycle, it is still an International Cricket Council (ICC) affiliated contest, meaning it will impact the player and team ratings. While there remains no alternative to switch the venue or postpone the match, the ACB will be determined to not repeat such a scenario in the future. Currently, the nearest cricket ground available is Delhi Arun Jaitley Stadium but is unlikely to be available due to its preparations for the upcoming Bangladesh tour. The same goes for Kanpur’s Green Park which is around 400km away from Greater Noida as that venue too is engaged for India’s series against Bangladesh.

AFG vs NZ: Afghan Cricket Board vows not to return to India's Greater Noida Stadium after opening day debacle

After Cricket Australia announced its decision to withdraw from the forthcoming scheduled ODI series against Afghanistan due to Taliban government's latest move to restrict women's right in country, the concerned Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) issued a statement calling CA's decision as 'pathetic'. Not only this, many Afghan players including their new captain T20I Rashid Khan - who also plays for Adelaide Strikers in the Big Bash League slammed this, even threatening to quit playing in BBL in retaliation to that.

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Earlier, Afghanistan pacer Naveen-ul-Haq was the first player who decided to step aside from representing his franchise - Sydney Sixers in BBL following CA's decision.

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Rashid Khan, who had been playing in this league from past six seasons, expressed his disappointment in a tweet. The star leggie wrote, "I am really disappointed to hear that Australia have pulled out of the series to play us in March. I take great pride in representing my country, and we have made great progress on the world stage. This decision from CA sets us back in that journey. If playing vs Afghanistan is so uncomfortable for Australia, then I wouldn't want to make anyone uncomfortable with my presence in the BBL. Therefore, I will be strongly considering my future in that competition."

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Meanwhile, ACB also issued a statement saying this was unexpected from Cricket Australia and this will leave a negative impact on the development and growth of cricket in the country alongside affecting love and passion for the game in Afghanistan.

"Cricket Australia's decision to withdraw from upcoming matches against Afghanistan is coming after consultation and potential enforcement from the Australian Government, which is an unfortunate attempt to enter the realm of politics and politicise the sport," the ACB statement said. "The decision to withdraw from playing the upcoming ODI series against Afghanistan is unfair and unexpected, and will have a negative impact on the development and growth of cricket in Afghanistan as well as will affect the love and passion of the Afghan nation for the game.

In the statement they added, in this war-torn country cricket played a huge role in bringing people together, and that it was a source of hope and inspiration for the native people.

"Cricket has played a significant role in promoting unity and national pride in Afghanistan. After years of war and conflict, cricket has helped to bring people together and provide a sense of normalcy to the country. It has also been an important source of hope and inspiration for all Afghans, particularly young people. In addition, Cricket [sic] has also been an important tool for promoting education and social development in the country."

Also, this has happened for the second time in two years that CA cancelled a bilateral series with Afghanistan because of Taliban government's policies. Earlier, CA postponed the one-off Test against Afghanistan that was scheduled to take place in Hobart in November 2021.

After Cricket Australia announced its decision to withdraw from the forthcoming scheduled ODI series against Afghanistan due to Taliban government's latest move to restrict women's right in country, the concerned Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) issued a statement calling CA's decision as 'pathetic'.

After Cricket Australia announced its decision to withdraw from the forthcoming scheduled ODI series against Afghanistan due to Taliban government's latest move to restrict women's right in country, the concerned Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) issued a statement calling CA's decision as 'pathetic'. Not only this, many Afghan players including their new captain T20I Rashid Khan - who also plays for Adelaide Strikers in the Big Bash League slammed this, even threatening to quit playing in BBL in retaliation to that. CA's statement to withdraw Afghanistan ODIs is unfair and unexpected ACB is extremely disappointed by the pathetic decision of @CricketAus to withdraw from Afghanistan ODI series in March and will officially write to the @ICC over the issue. More: https://t.co/ODjzX0Guf1 pic.twitter.com/e8xFdzstvf — Afghanistan Cricket Board (@ACBofficials) January 12, 2023 × Earlier, Afghanistan pacer Naveen-ul-Haq was the first player who decided to step aside from representing his franchise - Sydney Sixers in BBL following CA's decision. time to say won’t be participating in big bash after this until they stop these childish decisions that’s how they went about the one off test now ODI when a country is going through so much in place off being supportive you want to take the only reason of happiness from them #CA — Naveen ul haq Murid (@imnaveenulhaq) January 12, 2023 × Rashid Khan, who had been playing in this league from past six seasons, expressed his disappointment in a tweet. The star leggie wrote, "I am really disappointed to hear that Australia have pulled out of the series to play us in March. I take great pride in representing my country, and we have made great progress on the world stage. This decision from CA sets us back in that journey. If playing vs Afghanistan is so uncomfortable for Australia, then I wouldn't want to make anyone uncomfortable with my presence in the BBL. Therefore, I will be strongly considering my future in that competition." ALSO READ: Rashid Khan, Naveen-ul-Haq retaliate following Cricket Australia's decision to abandon Afghanistan ODIs Cricket! The only hope for the country. Keep politics out of it. @CricketAus @BBL @ACBofficials ♥️ 🇦🇫 ♥️ pic.twitter.com/ZPpvOBetPJ — Rashid Khan (@rashidkhan_19) January 12, 2023 × Meanwhile, ACB also issued a statement saying this was unexpected from Cricket Australia and this will leave a negative impact on the development and growth of cricket in the country alongside affecting love and passion for the game in Afghanistan. "Cricket Australia's decision to withdraw from upcoming matches against Afghanistan is coming after consultation and potential enforcement from the Australian Government, which is an unfortunate attempt to enter the realm of politics and politicise the sport," the ACB statement said. "The decision to withdraw from playing the upcoming ODI series against Afghanistan is unfair and unexpected, and will have a negative impact on the development and growth of cricket in Afghanistan as well as will affect the love and passion of the Afghan nation for the game. In the statement they added, in this war-torn country cricket played a huge role in bringing people together, and that it was a source of hope and inspiration for the native people. "Cricket has played a significant role in promoting unity and national pride in Afghanistan. After years of war and conflict, cricket has helped to bring people together and provide a sense of normalcy to the country. It has also been an important source of hope and inspiration for all Afghans, particularly young people. In addition, Cricket [sic] has also been an important tool for promoting education and social development in the country." Also, this has happened for the second time in two years that CA cancelled a bilateral series with Afghanistan because of Taliban government's policies. Earlier, CA postponed the one-off Test against Afghanistan that was scheduled to take place in Hobart in November 2021.

Disappointed Afghanistan Cricket Board calls CA's decision as 'pathetic', considers taking matter to ICC

Former Afghanistan's all-rounder Mirwais Ashraf has been appointed as the acting chairman of the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) on Wednesday (November 10) to replace Azizullah Fazli, who was in charge for two months.

Former Afghanistan's all-rounder Mirwais Ashraf has been appointed as the acting chairman of the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) on Wednesday (November 10) to replace Azizullah Fazli, who was in charge for two months. An official statement on the Twitter handle of Afghanistan's cricket read, "The prime minister of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan has appointed Mirwais Ashraf as acting chairman of the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB)." As per local media reports, the decision was taken after demands by national players while meeting Taliban officials in Abu Dhabi during the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2021. ALSO READ | As Australia-Afghanistan Test gets postponed, ANOC's spokesperson sheds light on women athletes' future After the Taliban rapidly seized control of Afghanistan this year in August and the US forces withdrew after 20 years in the country, the status of the participation of women in sports remains uncertain. However, Taliban officials have said they will not repeat the harsh rule of their previous government, which banned most girls' education and forbade women from going out in public without a male guardian. Recently, Cricket Australia (CA) confirmed on Friday (November 5) it has postponed the Afghanistan Test in Hobart scheduled for November 27 until the situation regarding the women's game in the South Asian nation becomes clearer. CA had said in September it would scrap the test if the Taliban government, which took power in August, did not allow women and girls to play the sport. ALSO READ | Virat Kohli as captain: A tale of sugar and spice and everything nice "Following extensive consultation with relevant stakeholders, Cricket Australia and the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) have agreed to postpone the inaugural men's test match against Afghanistan," CA said in a statement. "CA is committed to support growing the game for women and men in Afghanistan and around the world, however, given the present uncertainty, CA felt it necessary to postpone the test match until a later time when the situation is clearer." The ACB said the postponement followed an "agreement between the boards". The International Cricket Council - which has rules stating all member countries should have both men's and women's teams - has been cautious, saying it will discuss the matter in a board meeting later this month. Still, the ACB announced its team will tour Zimbabwe for three one-day internationals and three Twenty20 internationals next month. The dates of the matches are yet to be finalised. (With inputs from agencies)

Afghanistan's former all-rounder Mirwais Ashraf appointed as new cricket chief

It's been nearly three months since the Taliban captured Kabul, in that time the group has taken over all of the Afghan institutions, they have elected their own acting cabinet and now in the latest Taliban has attempted an unsuccessful coup at Afghanistan's cricket board.

Sources: Afghan cricket board tweeted change of chairman, deletes hours after posting

Former Zimbabwe captain and England coach Andy&nbsp;Flower&nbsp;has been named the Afghanistan team's consultant for the Twenty20 World Cup, the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) said.

Flower&nbsp;played 63 tests and 213 one-day international matches for Zimbabwe from 1992 to 2003, then coached England from 2009 to 2014, helping them win the T20 World Cup in 2010.

He has also coached in T20 leagues across the world, including the Indian Premier League and the Pakistan Super League.

"Andy has worked with a number of our players in various franchise completions and his vast experience will be very beneficial and useful to help the team in the World Cup," said Azizullah Fazli, the ACB's new chairman.

The T20 World Cup will be held in the United Arab Emirates and Oman from Oct. 17.

Afghanistan are in Group 2 alongside India, Pakistan, New Zealand and two qualifiers. They will be led by Mohammad Nabi at the World Cup after star player Rashid Khan stepped down from captaincy.

The Taliban, who took control of Afghanistan in August, have said they would not interfere with men's cricket, but the fate of the women's programme remains unclear.

The governing International Cricket Council (ICC) will discuss Afghanistan and women's cricket at its next board meeting during the World Cup.

Last month, Cricket Australia threatened to scrap a test match against the men's team if the Taliban did not allow women to play the sport.

Former Zimbabwe captain and England coach Andy Flower has been named the Afghanistan team's consultant for the Twenty20 World Cup, the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) said.

Former Zimbabwe captain and England coach Andy Flower has been named the Afghanistan team's consultant for the Twenty20 World Cup, the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) said. Flower played 63 tests and 213 one-day international matches for Zimbabwe from 1992 to 2003, then coached England from 2009 to 2014, helping them win the T20 World Cup in 2010. He has also coached in T20 leagues across the world, including the Indian Premier League and the Pakistan Super League. "Andy has worked with a number of our players in various franchise completions and his vast experience will be very beneficial and useful to help the team in the World Cup," said Azizullah Fazli, the ACB's new chairman. The T20 World Cup will be held in the United Arab Emirates and Oman from Oct. 17. Afghanistan are in Group 2 alongside India, Pakistan, New Zealand and two qualifiers. They will be led by Mohammad Nabi at the World Cup after star player Rashid Khan stepped down from captaincy. The Taliban, who took control of Afghanistan in August, have said they would not interfere with men's cricket, but the fate of the women's programme remains unclear. The governing International Cricket Council (ICC) will discuss Afghanistan and women's cricket at its next board meeting during the World Cup. Last month, Cricket Australia threatened to scrap a test match against the men's team if the Taliban did not allow women to play the sport.

Andy Flower named Afghanistan team consultant for T20 World Cup

The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has sacked Hamid Shinwari as its chief executive and replaced him with Naseeb Khan, the second major change in the game's national governing body since the Taliban took control of the country last month.

The Taliban named a new government this month after sweeping to power when the Western-backed government collapsed as US-led foreign forces were completing their withdrawal.

Shinwari confirmed to Reuters that he had been fired from his post. The ACB announced Khan as Shinwari's replacement in a Twitter post&nbsp;on Tuesday.

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"Without any reason the dismissal took place. At this time I can't add more," Shinwari said in a text message.

The ACB last month named Azizullah Fazli as its acting chairman in what was the board's first major appointment since the Taliban takeover.

Fazli denied media reports that Khan had any link to the militant Haqqani network, some of whose leaders now hold top posts in the Taliban government, and said the board had decided to replace Shinwari for cricketing reasons.

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"Naseeb Khan is the new acting CEO. He has good knowledge of cricket," Fazli told Reuters.

"He holds a master's degree and is the acting CEO until we complete the recruitment process of board members. Then we will announce a (full-time) CEO."

Earlier this month, Shinwari urged other national teams not to shun the country over its new rulers' suggestion that they might ban women from the sport.

This came after the Australian cricket board said it would scrap a planned test match against the Afghanistan men's team if the Taliban did not allow women to play the sport.

Cricket Australia did not comment on the latest development while the world governing body, the International Cricket Council, did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

The ICC, which in the past has penalised members for government interference in cricket administration, recently said it would discuss the Afghan issue at its next board meeting in November.

The Afghan women's squad was disbanded amid safety concerns a few years after it was formed in 2010 but the ACB revived the team last year and gave contracts to 25 players.

The Taliban say they have changed since their 1996-2001 rule, when they barred women from leaving home without a male relative and shut schools for girls, but they stirred scepticism when they said last week that they would open schools for high school-aged boys but not girls.

Cricket was first played in Afghanistan by British troops in the 19th century, but it took root in the 1990s after Afghans who had learnt the game in refugee camps in Pakistan returned home.

It was initially banned by the Taliban during their 1996-2001 rule but later permitted and has since become hugely popular.

The Afghanistan Cricket Federation was formed in Pakistan in 1995 and the ACB joined the ICC in 2001 as an affiliate member, gaining full membership in 2017.

The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has sacked Hamid Shinwari as its chief executive and replaced him with Naseeb Khan, the second major change in the game's national governing body since the Taliban took control of the country last month.

The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has sacked Hamid Shinwari as its chief executive and replaced him with Naseeb Khan, the second major change in the game's national governing body since the Taliban took control of the country last month. The Taliban named a new government this month after sweeping to power when the Western-backed government collapsed as US-led foreign forces were completing their withdrawal. Shinwari confirmed to Reuters that he had been fired from his post. The ACB announced Khan as Shinwari's replacement in a Twitter post on Tuesday. ALSO READ | 'Threat came from India': Pakistan's information minister blames India after New Zealand abandoned cricket tour "Without any reason the dismissal took place. At this time I can't add more," Shinwari said in a text message. The ACB last month named Azizullah Fazli as its acting chairman in what was the board's first major appointment since the Taliban takeover. Fazli denied media reports that Khan had any link to the militant Haqqani network, some of whose leaders now hold top posts in the Taliban government, and said the board had decided to replace Shinwari for cricketing reasons. Naseeb Khan, has been introduced as the new CEO of the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB), by board's Chairman Mr @AzizullahFazli. He hold master's degree and has knowledge of cricket as well. pic.twitter.com/07qDH1hQjW — Afghanistan Cricket Board (@ACBofficials) September 20, 2021 × "Naseeb Khan is the new acting CEO. He has good knowledge of cricket," Fazli told Reuters. "He holds a master's degree and is the acting CEO until we complete the recruitment process of board members. Then we will announce a (full-time) CEO." Earlier this month, Shinwari urged other national teams not to shun the country over its new rulers' suggestion that they might ban women from the sport. This came after the Australian cricket board said it would scrap a planned test match against the Afghanistan men's team if the Taliban did not allow women to play the sport. Cricket Australia did not comment on the latest development while the world governing body, the International Cricket Council, did not immediately respond to a request for comment. The ICC, which in the past has penalised members for government interference in cricket administration, recently said it would discuss the Afghan issue at its next board meeting in November. The Afghan women's squad was disbanded amid safety concerns a few years after it was formed in 2010 but the ACB revived the team last year and gave contracts to 25 players. The Taliban say they have changed since their 1996-2001 rule, when they barred women from leaving home without a male relative and shut schools for girls, but they stirred scepticism when they said last week that they would open schools for high school-aged boys but not girls. Cricket was first played in Afghanistan by British troops in the 19th century, but it took root in the 1990s after Afghans who had learnt the game in refugee camps in Pakistan returned home. It was initially banned by the Taliban during their 1996-2001 rule but later permitted and has since become hugely popular. The Afghanistan Cricket Federation was formed in Pakistan in 1995 and the ACB joined the ICC in 2001 as an affiliate member, gaining full membership in 2017.

Afghan cricket board sacks Hamid Shinwari, appoints Naseeb Khan as new CEO

Afghanistan Cricket Board's chairman Azizullah Fazli has hinted that women could still be allowed to play the sport in interaction with an Australian broadcaster.&nbsp;

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It is being seen as a backflip on the Taliban's hardline stance on women's rights.&nbsp;

"We will give you our clear position on how we will allow women to play cricket," Fazli told SBS Radio Pashto late Friday, the broadcaster reported on its English-language website. "Very soon, we will give you good news on how we will proceed."

Afghanistan is in total mayhem ever since the Taliban group took over from the government. Since then, a series of bomb blasts near the Kabul airport led to the killing of several, many have managed to leave the troubled country whereas some are facing oppression.&nbsp;

Taliban gave a green signal for the cricketing activities to continue for the men's national team. At the same time, they snatched away the freedom of the women's team, not allowing them to continue with the sport.

After reports of the Taliban not allowing women to play the sport, Cricket Australia released a statement about their stance on the one-off Test. It said that they will have to cancel the historic Test if the Taliban bans women's cricket in Afghanistan.&nbsp;

"Driving the growth of women’s cricket globally is incredibly important to Cricket Australia," the statement from CA read.

"Our vision for cricket is that it is a sport for all and we support the game unequivocally for women at every level. If recent media reports that women’s cricket will not be supported in Afghanistan are substantiated, Cricket Australia would have no alternative but to not host Afghanistan for the proposed Test Match due to be played in Hobart. We thank the Australian and Tasmanian Governments for their support on this important issue."

After CA's stance, Afghanistan Cricket Board released an overnight statement urging the Australians to not punish the men's team.&nbsp;

"Do not isolate us and avoid penalising us," it added.

Afghanistan Cricket Board's chairman Azizullah Fazli has hinted that women could still be allowed to play the sport in interaction with an Australian broadcaster.

Afghanistan Cricket Board's chairman Azizullah Fazli has hinted that women could still be allowed to play the sport in interaction with an Australian broadcaster. ALSO READ: 'Indians should never forget England's gesture after 26/11', says Sunil Gavaskar It is being seen as a backflip on the Taliban's hardline stance on women's rights. "We will give you our clear position on how we will allow women to play cricket," Fazli told SBS Radio Pashto late Friday, the broadcaster reported on its English-language website. "Very soon, we will give you good news on how we will proceed." Afghanistan is in total mayhem ever since the Taliban group took over from the government. Since then, a series of bomb blasts near the Kabul airport led to the killing of several, many have managed to leave the troubled country whereas some are facing oppression. Taliban gave a green signal for the cricketing activities to continue for the men's national team. At the same time, they snatched away the freedom of the women's team, not allowing them to continue with the sport. After reports of the Taliban not allowing women to play the sport, Cricket Australia released a statement about their stance on the one-off Test. It said that they will have to cancel the historic Test if the Taliban bans women's cricket in Afghanistan. "Driving the growth of women’s cricket globally is incredibly important to Cricket Australia," the statement from CA read. "Our vision for cricket is that it is a sport for all and we support the game unequivocally for women at every level. If recent media reports that women’s cricket will not be supported in Afghanistan are substantiated, Cricket Australia would have no alternative but to not host Afghanistan for the proposed Test Match due to be played in Hobart. We thank the Australian and Tasmanian Governments for their support on this important issue." After CA's stance, Afghanistan Cricket Board released an overnight statement urging the Australians to not punish the men's team. "Do not isolate us and avoid penalising us," it added.

Afghanistan Cricket Board chief hints women can still play: Reports

Sports was among the first things to get affected in Afghanistan after the Taliban took over the country. Now, former chief Azizullah Fazli has been named acting chairman of the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) on Sunday.&nbsp;

Fazli earlier served as ACB chairman from September 2018 to July 2019.

"Former ACB Chairman @AzizullahFazli has been re-appointed as ACB's acting Chairman. He will oversee ACB's leadership and course of action for the upcoming competitions," the ACB tweeted.

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Recently, the Afghanistan Cricket Board head of media operations Hikmat Hassan also weighed in on women's cricket and said that the Taliban "don't have any issue or problem with cricket" but the fate of women's cricket programmes, however, remains unclear.&nbsp;

"The Taliban don't have any issue or problem with cricket, and they have told us that we can continue our work as planned," said Hassan as quoted by Reuters. He added that the team was ready for three one day matches against Pakistan next month.&nbsp;

"We have completed our two training camps in Kabul and we have sponsors, a production team, and even the kit ready."

Amid the ongoing political crisis, the board has confirmed a one-day series against Pakistan will go ahead in Sri Lanka next month and said it was expanding the "Shpageeza" Twenty20 league competition.

Sports was among the first things to get affected in Afghanistan after the Taliban took over the country. Now, former chief Azizullah Fazli has been named acting chairman of the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) on Sunday.

Sports was among the first things to get affected in Afghanistan after the Taliban took over the country. Now, former chief Azizullah Fazli has been named acting chairman of the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) on Sunday. Fazli earlier served as ACB chairman from September 2018 to July 2019. "Former ACB Chairman @AzizullahFazli has been re-appointed as ACB's acting Chairman. He will oversee ACB's leadership and course of action for the upcoming competitions," the ACB tweeted. Former ACB Chairman @AzizullahFazli has been re-appointed as ACB's acting Chairman. He will oversee ACB's leadership and course of action for the upcoming competitions. pic.twitter.com/IRqekHq7Jt — Afghanistan Cricket Board (@ACBofficials) August 22, 2021 × Recently, the Afghanistan Cricket Board head of media operations Hikmat Hassan also weighed in on women's cricket and said that the Taliban "don't have any issue or problem with cricket" but the fate of women's cricket programmes, however, remains unclear. "The Taliban don't have any issue or problem with cricket, and they have told us that we can continue our work as planned," said Hassan as quoted by Reuters. He added that the team was ready for three one day matches against Pakistan next month. "We have completed our two training camps in Kabul and we have sponsors, a production team, and even the kit ready." Amid the ongoing political crisis, the board has confirmed a one-day series against Pakistan will go ahead in Sri Lanka next month and said it was expanding the "Shpageeza" Twenty20 league competition.

Azizullah Fazli re-appointed as Afghanistan Cricket Board's acting Chairman

With the Taliban seizing power in Afghanistan, the fate of women in the nation has become a major concern. Taliban rule is based on Sharia Laws, which would have a negative influence on women's rights in the country.&nbsp;

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The International Cricket Council (ICC) is also taking a close look at the situation in Afghanistan and tracking the potential changes in Afghanistan’s women’s cricket.&nbsp;

According to a report in CricBuzz, the ICC HQ in Abu Dhabi are in contact with Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) in Kabul to try and “fully understand the impact of changes” in the country.&nbsp;

“That was a massive development. We don’t know what now,” a source in ICC women’s cricket told Cricbuzz.

The Sharia law could dismantle the women's cricket team of Afghanistan and affecting the full membership status with ICC.&nbsp;

The ICC has a policy that a full member of the board should have a men's and women's team and not having a women's team could cost Afghanistan the full membership that they attained in 2017.&nbsp;

However, Afghanistan Cricket Board's Shafiqullah Stanikzai is optimistic about the growth of cricket.&nbsp;

“Cricket in Afghanistan began from refugee camps and we have come a long way. With very limited resources, we climbed our way up to full membership. I hope and pray that cricket in Afghanistan continues to grow. For us, it is beyond a sport, a game. Cricket has given us an identity making the image of Afghans around the world optimistic. Through cricket, we convinced the global community to invest in our talent and in Afghan youth. I hope this continues,” Stanikzai told Cricbuzz.

With the Taliban seizing power in Afghanistan, the fate of women in the nation has become a major concern. Taliban rule is based on Sharia Laws, which would have a negative influence on women's rights in the country.

With the Taliban seizing power in Afghanistan, the fate of women in the nation has become a major concern. Taliban rule is based on Sharia Laws, which would have a negative influence on women's rights in the country. ALSO READ: 'Virat Kohli is the most foul mouthed individual', tweets former England cricketer; later deletes it The International Cricket Council (ICC) is also taking a close look at the situation in Afghanistan and tracking the potential changes in Afghanistan’s women’s cricket. According to a report in CricBuzz, the ICC HQ in Abu Dhabi are in contact with Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) in Kabul to try and “fully understand the impact of changes” in the country. “That was a massive development. We don’t know what now,” a source in ICC women’s cricket told Cricbuzz. The Sharia law could dismantle the women's cricket team of Afghanistan and affecting the full membership status with ICC. The ICC has a policy that a full member of the board should have a men's and women's team and not having a women's team could cost Afghanistan the full membership that they attained in 2017. However, Afghanistan Cricket Board's Shafiqullah Stanikzai is optimistic about the growth of cricket. “Cricket in Afghanistan began from refugee camps and we have come a long way. With very limited resources, we climbed our way up to full membership. I hope and pray that cricket in Afghanistan continues to grow. For us, it is beyond a sport, a game. Cricket has given us an identity making the image of Afghans around the world optimistic. Through cricket, we convinced the global community to invest in our talent and in Afghan youth. I hope this continues,” Stanikzai told Cricbuzz.

After Taliban takeover, can Afghan Cricket Board lose ICC's full membership?

Afghanistan's regular wicket-keeper&nbsp;Mohammad Shahzad was ruled out of the Cricket World Cup 2019&nbsp;citing a knee injury.&nbsp;

Shahzad, however, has blamed&nbsp;the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) for his withdrawal from the team's squad.&nbsp;

"My injury wasn't that severe. It was not an injury that required 2-3 months of recovery time. The board is to be blamed for my withdrawal from the Afghanistan squad. I was feeling good, they did not mention anything to me before the replacement," Shahzad told ANI.

Shahzad was&nbsp;training ahead of the New Zealand game when he got the news of his withdrawal. He said even his teammates were not aware of the decision.&nbsp;

He was replaced by Ikram Ali Khil for the New Zeland game.&nbsp;

"I don't know why the board officials don't like me. I am a straight forward person and this attitude is not liked by many in the board," he added.&nbsp;

But ACB chief executive Asadullah Khan has claimed otherwise in media reports.&nbsp;

"What he is saying is completely wrong. A proper medical report to the ICC was submitted and then only his replacement was announced. The team could not have fielded an unfit player. I understand he is upset at not being part of World Cup anymore but the team could not have compromised on his fitness," he said.&nbsp;

Shahzad, on the other hand, asked&nbsp;ICC to look into this issue and not release media reports about injuries without taking stock of the full injury update.

"Even ICC needs to pay attention to the matter. They issue reports and then our board withdraws us from the squad, the matter clearly needs to be looked into," Shahzad said.&nbsp;

Shahzad has failed to score runs and made several mistakes while keeping.&nbsp;

Afghanistan has so far lost its three opening matches - against Australia, Sri Lanka, and New Zealand - in the ongoing World Cup.

The team will next take on South Africa on June 15.&nbsp;

Afghanistan's regular wicket-keeper Mohammad Shahzad was ruled out of the Cricket World Cup 2019 citing a knee injury. Shahzad, however, has blamed the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) for his withdrawal from the team's squad.

Afghanistan's regular wicket-keeper Mohammad Shahzad was ruled out of the Cricket World Cup 2019 citing a knee injury. Shahzad, however, has blamed the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) for his withdrawal from the team's squad. "My injury wasn't that severe. It was not an injury that required 2-3 months of recovery time. The board is to be blamed for my withdrawal from the Afghanistan squad. I was feeling good, they did not mention anything to me before the replacement," Shahzad told ANI. Shahzad was training ahead of the New Zealand game when he got the news of his withdrawal. He said even his teammates were not aware of the decision. He was replaced by Ikram Ali Khil for the New Zeland game. "I don't know why the board officials don't like me. I am a straight forward person and this attitude is not liked by many in the board," he added. But ACB chief executive Asadullah Khan has claimed otherwise in media reports. "What he is saying is completely wrong. A proper medical report to the ICC was submitted and then only his replacement was announced. The team could not have fielded an unfit player. I understand he is upset at not being part of World Cup anymore but the team could not have compromised on his fitness," he said. Shahzad, on the other hand, asked ICC to look into this issue and not release media reports about injuries without taking stock of the full injury update. "Even ICC needs to pay attention to the matter. They issue reports and then our board withdraws us from the squad, the matter clearly needs to be looked into," Shahzad said. Shahzad has failed to score runs and made several mistakes while keeping. Afghanistan has so far lost its three opening matches - against Australia, Sri Lanka, and New Zealand - in the ongoing World Cup. The team will next take on South Africa on June 15.

Mohammad Shahzad blames Afghanistan Cricket Board for his withdrawal from World Cup squad

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