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Afghanistan announce squad for ICC Champions Trophy 2025
Afghanistan is set to make history with their debut in the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025, and the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has named a strong 15-member squad for the tournament.
The team, led by Hashmatullah Shahidi, will look to continue their impressive performances from the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 and last year’s T20 World Cup, where they reached the semifinals.
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The return of opener Ibrahim Zadran is a significant boost for the team. Zadran, who missed action due to an ankle injury, will partner with Rahmanullah Gurbaz at the top of the batting order.
Skipper Hashmatullah Shahidi and Rahmat Shah will provide stability to the middle order, making Afghanistan’s top four a formidable unit.
The bowling attack will feature star spinner Rashid Khan, experienced all-rounder Mohammad Nabi, and pace leader Fazalhaq Farooqi.
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