Mirwais Ashraf

Former Afghanistan fast bowler Shapoor Zadran is in critical condition in a New Delhi ICU battling stage four Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH). He was diagnosed with the rare immune disorder after a severe infection, including tuberculosis, spread to his brain. Support from the cricket fraternity has been crucial as he fights recurring infections and a weakened immune system.

Former Afghanistan pacer Shapoor Zadran, who once stunned India’s openers Gautam Gambhir and Virender Sehwag in the 2012 T20 World Cup, is battling a rare, life-threatening disease called HLH in a New Delhi hospital. Supported by teammates like Rashid Khan, his condition remains serious, but his fighting spirit endures as he faces the toughest challenge of his life.

The Taliban Wednesday appointed former all-rounder Mirwais Ashraf as acting chairman of the Afghanistan Cricket Board to replace Azizullah Fazli, who was in charge for just two months.

The heads of Sri Lanka Cricket (Shammi Silva), Bangladesh Cricket Board (Nazmul Hasan) and Afghanistan Cricket Board (Mirwais Ashraf) will attend IPL-2023 final, which will be preceded by a closing ceremony, at the monumental Narendra Modi Stadium here on Sunday, informed BCCI secretary Jay Shah.

Afghan cricket officials are looking for a new national team coach after deciding by mutual agreement not to extend incumbent Lance Klusener's contract, the board said Wednesday.

The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has announced that bowlers Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Fazalhaq Farooqi, and Naveen Ul Haq have been allowed to participate in franchise leagues. The decision comes with new regulatory measures, including a salary deduction and a warning, to reinforce the players' commitment to national duty.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has received a significant endorsement in its endeavour to host the ICC Champions Trophy in the coming year. This support came from Afghanistan, which has pledged to take part in the tournament. Mirwais Ashraf, the president of the Afghanistan Cricket Board, and Naseeb Khan, the CEO, were present at the ICC Annual Board Meeting in Colombo. During their visit, they held discussions with Mohsin Naqvi, the PCB chairman, and provided him with the assurance of Afghanistan's participation.

Afghanistan on Monday named a squad packed with spin bowlers for the three-match one-day series in Sri Lanka next month, with one eye on this year's World Cup in India.

Afghanistan hosted South Africa in their first bilateral series, playing three ODIs in the UAE from Sept. 18-22 at Sharjah Cricket Stadium. The ACB announced the series after the ICC meeting, which also confirmed their one-off Test against New Zealand. South Africa, having previously faced Afghanistan only in World Cups, welcomed the competitive challenge posed by the hosts.

Afghanistan’s rise from ICC’s lower divisions to Asia’s No. 2 white-ball team is cricket’s most remarkable story of the last decade. From inspiring World Cup campaigns to a T20 semifinal run, they’ve surpassed Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh, uniting a nation through hope, resilience, and a fearless brand of cricket.

Former India skipper Kris Srikkanth has been appointed as an ambassador for the ongoing World Cup on Friday along with other former World Cup winners like Sir Vivian Richards, Sir Clive Lloyd, Allan Border and Steve Waugh.

Premier leg-spinner Rashid Khan was on Saturday picked in a 19-member Afghanistan squad, to be led by young Ibrahim Zadran, for the three T20 Internationals against India starting on January 11 in Mohali.

Afghanistan's leading T20 domestic cricket league opened on Monday with multiple star national players set to participate for the first time since the Taliban return to power, the country's cricket board said.

The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) announced a preliminary squad consisting of 20 players for the upcoming one-off Test match against New Zealand. The match is scheduled to take place from September 9-13 in Greater Noida, India. The selected players will depart for India on August 28 to participate in a week-long preparation camp in Greater Noida. The selection committee officials stated that the final squad will be announced at the end of the camp considering players' performance and fitness.

The 25-year-old Rashid Khan holds the distinction of being Afghanistan's leading Test wicket-taker, having secured 34 wickets in five matches. His pivotal role in all formats of the game makes his absence a notable setback for the team. The selectors emphasised that Rashid's rehabilitation is being approached with caution, underlining the importance of monitoring his recovery process.

The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has revealed that the country's one-off Test match against New Zealand will be held from September 9 to 13. The historic encounter is set to take place in Greater Noida.

Rohit Sharma smashed his way to a strokeful 150 while Ajinkya Rahane blasted an unbeaten 88 as India posted a huge 364 for five against Afghanistan in their World Cup warm up match.

Star leg-spinner Rashid Khan was on Thursday named Afghanistan's new in T20I captain. The 24-year-old replaces veteran Mohammad Nabi, who stepped down post the 2022 T20 World Cup in Australia.

Shakib Al Hasan and Mushfiqur Rahim struck resilient half-centuries to lift Bangladesh to 267 all out against an inspired Afghanistan bowling on Wednesday.

Sri Lanka is aiming for a turnaround in their Test cricket fortunes as they prepare for a one-off match against Afghanistan in Colombo. Dhananjaya de Silva, the newly appointed captain, leads the team as they aim to improve their standing in the World Test Championship rankings. Sri Lanka, currently at the bottom of the rankings, faced a setback in their last Test at the same venue in October.