T20 World Cup 2026: Skipping India series for BPL pays off, but Neesham has muted World Cup comeback against Afghanistan

[ad_1] New Zeeland’s seasoned batting allrounder Jimmy Neesham, who chose to skip the recently concluded five-match T20I series against India, returned to the Kiwis squad as they faced Afghanistan in their first match of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026. However, his return had zero impact on the side despite them winning the encounter, thanks […]

Gulbadin Naib, Naveen-ul-Haq return as Afghanistan name Rashid Khan-led T20 World Cup squad | Cricket News

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Afghanistan have named a 15-member squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, scheduled to be held in India and Sri Lanka from February 7 to March 8. Rashid Khan will lead the side, which has been bolstered by the return of experienced all-rounder Gulbadin Naib and right-arm fast bowler Naveen-ul-Haq, […]

India our second home, Afghanistan aiming higher in T20 World Cup: Gulbadin Naib

[ad_1] All-rounder Gulbadin Naib said Afghanistan will look to make the most of their “second home” India during their Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 campaign. In 2024, the Afghans stunned Australia to reach the semi-finals, before South Africa—who went on to finish as runners-up—knocked them out with a nine-wicket win after bowling them out for […]

Asia Cup: Bangladesh beat Afghanistan by eight runs to stay alive in Super 4s race | Cricket News

[ad_1] Bangladesh vs Afghanistan (Special Arrangement) Bangladesh secured a crucial eight-run victory against Afghanistan in the Asia Cup group league match on Tuesday, keeping their Super Fours qualification hopes alive.Following their previous six-wicket loss to Sri Lanka, Bangladesh delivered a strong team performance in a competitive match that saw multiple momentum shifts.Afghanistan appeared to be […]