Afghanistan Announce Their Squad For T20 World Cup 2026: Afghanistan Cricket Board announced its 15-member squad for the T20 World Cup 2026 to be hosted by India and Sri Lanka. In this tournament, Afghanistan team will be captained by star leg spinner Rashid Khan and opening batsman Ibrahim Zadran has been made the vice-captain. The Afghanistan team had performed amazingly in the 2024 T20 World Cup, due to which the Afghan team was successful in reaching the semi-finals.

Naveen Ul Haq returns to the team after a long time

Afghanistan’s veteran player Mohammad Nabi has also been included in the team, who is going to turn 41 on January 1, 2026. Naveen Ul Haq and Gulbadin Naib have also returned to the team, which will make their bowling line-up even stronger. Naveen has not played any match for Afghanistan in the year 2025 and due to injury he could not even play the Asia Cup. Both of them had performed amazingly for the team in the last T20 World Cup.

Allah Ghazanfar included in reserve players

19 year old mystery spinner Allah Ghazanfar has failed to make a place in the team. He has been included among the three reserve players. Apart from Allah, Ijaz Ahmadzai and Zia ur Rehman Sharifi have been kept among the reserve players. Before the T20 World Cup, Afghanistan team will play a series against West Indies. This series will be played in Sharjah from January 19 to 22, 2026.

Afghanistan team present in difficult group

Afghanistan team has been placed in Group D in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. Teams from New Zealand, South Africa, UAE and Canada are present in it. Due to having two strong teams, it will not be easy for Afghanistan. Afghanistan will face New Zealand in its first match on 8 February in Chennai. After this, it will play against South Africa on 11th February at Narendra Modi Stadium.

Afghanistan squad for ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026: Rashid Khan (captain), Ibrahim Zadran (vice-captain), Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wicketkeeper), Mohammad Ishaq (wicketkeeper), Sediqullah Atal, Darwish Rasooli, Shahidullah Kamal, Azmatullah Umarzai, Gulbadin Naib, Mohammad Nabi, Noor Ahmed, Mujeeb Ur Rehman, Naveen Ul Haq, Fazal Haq Farooqui and Abdullah. Ahmedzai.

Afghanistan Cricket Board has announced a 15-member team for the 2026 T20 World Cup to be played in India. The 2026 T20 World Cup will be played in India and Sri Lanka. Actually, Pakistan team will play its matches in Sri Lanka. Afghanistan has chosen charismatic leg spinner Rashid Khan as the captain for the T20 World Cup. The team that Afghanistan has selected for the World Cup, the same team will also play a series of 3 T20 matches against West Indies to be held in UAE.

Afghanistan Cricket Board CEO Naseeb Khan said, “The performance of the Afghanistan team in the last edition of the T20 World Cup was very good. We cherish the past wonderful memories and hope for even better results this year, which will be played in Asian conditions. Hosting the West Indies team will give us a great opportunity to improve the balance in our team and prepare properly for the World Cup.”

Left-handed middle order batsman Shahidullah Kamal and wicketkeeper batsman Mohammad Ishaq have managed to retain their places in the Afghanistan team. Young fast bowler Abdullah Ahmadzai has also made it to the World Cup team. Fazalhaq Farooqui, who was out of the Bangladesh series and played his last T20 match against Zimbabwe, is also in the team. Mystery spinner Mujeeb ur Rahman has also been included in the team.

Chief selector Ahmed Shah Sulaimankhil said, “Gulbadin Naib is a big-match player, and his return will strengthen our team. We are also happy with the return of Naveen Ul Haq, who will improve our fast bowling.” he adds, “The decision to leave Allah Ghazanfar out of the team was a difficult one. We have replaced him with Mujeeb. Shahidullah Kamal has performed well in the recent events and gives us a valuable left-arm option, which is much needed in big tournaments.”

Afghanistan team for 2026 T20 World Cup- Rashid Khan (captain), Ibrahim Zadran (vice-captain), Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wicketkeeper), Mohammad Ishaq (wicketkeeper), Sediqullah Atal, Darwish Rasooli, Shahidullah Kamal, Azmatullah Umarzai, Gulbadin Naib, Mohammad Nabi, Noor Ahmed, Mujeeb Ur Rehman, Naveen Ul Haq, Fazal Haq Farooqui and Abdullah. Ahmedzai.

There are many such stars in the world of cricket whose identity is not limited only to the field, but their life also becomes a topic of discussion for the people. Afghanistan’s star cricketer Rashid Khan is also one such player. Rashid Khan, who has baffled the world’s biggest batsmen with his deadly leg spin bowling, is counted among the most dangerous bowlers in T20 cricket today.

Rashid, who has played in IPL, BBL and all the leagues of the world, has given a new identity to Afghanistan in international cricket. But while on one hand this popularity makes him a star, on the other hand this fame also makes his personal life very difficult.

Rashid Khan can’t live like common people

Recently, during a conversation with former England captain Kevin Pietersen, Rashid Khan told a truth related to his life, which everyone was surprised to hear. When Peterson asked him if he could roam on the streets of Kabul like ordinary people, Rashid’s answer was no. Rashid Khan clearly told that in Afghanistan he has to travel in a bulletproof car. This is not a hobby or luxury, but is very important for their safety. He said that in a country with conditions like Afghanistan, being in the wrong place at the wrong time can prove dangerous for anyone.

How much does Rashid Khan’s bulletproof car cost?

Not every vehicle can be made bulletproof, for this it is necessary for the vehicle to be strong, so that the extra weight can be handled. In such a situation, only SUV vehicles are made bulletproof. The price of a bulletproof car depends on the level of security and the model of the vehicle. Just for bullet protection, it can cost Rs 20 to 50 lakh, making glass bulletproof can cost up to Rs 5 lakh and complete bulletproofing of a luxury car (BMW, Mercedes) can cost Rs 3 to 4 crore. If the vehicle is prepared to protect against grenade or rocket launcher, the cost can increase even more.

The way to make it?

The process of making a bulletproof car is quite technical. With this, first of all the category and capacity of the vehicle is checked. Almost the entire body is changed except the engine, bulletproof steel is installed in the doors, roof and floor. Thick bulletproof glass is installed in windshields and windows. Tires are fitted in such a way that they can last for some distance even after being shot. After this entire process, the weight of the vehicle increases by 800 to 1000 kg, due to which its speed and mileage reduces.

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Rashid Khan is one of the most famous personalities of Afghanistan. His fans are present all over the world, from Asia to Australia and Europe, but why does Rashid have to live under security at his own home? In a conversation with veteran cricketer Kevin Pietersen, he told that he is not able to roam around in his own country and city like ordinary people. He says that he has to travel in a bulletproof vehicle.

can’t roam the streets

Speaking to Kevin Pietersen, Rashid Khan said, “I cannot roam on the streets of Afghanistan like ordinary people. I have a bulletproof car.” Kevin Pietersen was shocked to hear about the bulletproof car and asked why Rashid Khan roams around in Kabul with a bulletproof car?

Rashid Khan said, “This is for security. You do not want to be in the wrong place at the wrong time. This is normal in Afghanistan, every famous personality here has a bullet proof car.” By saying the word ‘normal’, Rashid Khan told how he lives in Afghanistan. Rashid also told how even going out to play in his childhood was not without danger.

Rashid Khan is currently the highest wicket taker in international T20 cricket. He has taken 182 wickets in 108 matches so far. Recalling his childhood, he said, “I was not allowed to go out and play. Playing for Afghanistan used to be my biggest dream.

Taliban rule in Afghanistan

Taliban rule returned to Afghanistan in 2021. When America withdrew its army, Taliban rule was re-established there. Even the then President of the country Ashraf Ghani had to flee.

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Afghanistan’s star cricketer Rashid Khan is counted among the best T20 leg spinners in the world. As dangerous as his bowling is on the field, his personal life is equally challenging. While popularity is an achievement for most players, for Rashid this fame has brought many restrictions.

Made a surprising revelation in a conversation with Kevin Pietersen

Recently, during a conversation with former England captain Kevin Pietersen, Rashid Khan shared a shocking aspect of his life. Peterson asked him if he could roam the streets of Kabul like ordinary people. To this Rashid clearly replied, “No.”

Rashid Khan told that in Afghanistan he has to travel in a bulletproof car. This is not a luxury or status symbol, but is very important for their safety. According to him, being in the “wrong place at the wrong time” in a country with conditions like Afghanistan can prove dangerous.

Security is a common thing in Afghanistan

The most surprising thing in this conversation was that Rashid Khan described this kind of security arrangement as “normal”. While Kevin Pietersen was surprised to hear this, Rashid said in a very calm manner that many people in Afghanistan live in such conditions and this is the truth there.

Popularity became a reason for danger

Rashid Khan is one of the most famous citizens of Afghanistan today. He is recognized at the international level because of playing in IPL, BBL and other big T20 leagues of the world. Due to this popularity, he may become the target of anti-social and political elements.

Although Rashid Khan cannot roam freely in his own city, the pride in his heart for his country has not diminished at all. He tries to make Afghanistan proud in every match and remains an inspiration for the youth of the country.

Afghanistan cricket team’s star all-rounder Rashid Khan is once again in the headlines. This time the reason is not his brilliant performance but his personal life. His picture with a woman went viral on social media, after which discussion started that Rashid Khan has got married for the second time.

Picture went viral, created uproar on social media

A picture of Rashid Khan is becoming increasingly viral on social media these days, in which he is seen with a beautiful woman. It is being told that this picture is from Netherlands, where Rashid had participated in the launch of a charity event. As soon as the photo surfaced, fans started speculating that Rashid had secretly married for the second time.

Rashid Khan himself broke his silence

Seeing the increasing uproar on social media, Rashid Khan himself gave clarification on his Instagram account. He wrote, “August 2, 2025 became a new and very important chapter in my life. On this day, I got married and I married the woman who has always been an example of love, peace and true partnership for me. Recently I went to a charity event with my wife, but sadly, even such a small thing gave rise to many misunderstandings and speculations. The truth is very simple, she is my wife, and we Both are standing with each other with full honesty and open heart. Thank you very much to all the people who are showing their prayers, good wishes and true support to us.

Fresh memories of first marriage

Last year in October, Rashid Khan got married with his three brothers on the same day. The marriage was solemnized as per Pashtun customs and many players of the Afghanistan team participated in this marriage. At that time, Rashid had informed the fans by sharing wedding pictures and posts on social media.

Now when he mentioned the date of August 2, 2025 in his recent post, people started raising questions whether this is a second marriage or a re-organization of some religious ritual with the same wife.

A picture of Afghanistan’s star cricketer Rashid Khan is going viral on social media. Actually, according to some media reports, this picture is of the launch event of his charity foundation, which took place in the Netherlands. Rashid Khan was seen with a beautiful woman in this program. As soon as the picture surfaced, people started making various claims. Many people said that this woman is Rashid Khan’s wife. Now Rashid Khan himself has confirmed that the woman seen in the picture going viral is his wife.

Rashid Khan got married on 3 October 2024 in Kabul. But now in the post that has surfaced, Rashid Khan has told that on August 2, 2025, he had made a new beginning in his life. Rashid himself told that on this date he married his favorite woman. So has Rashid now got married for the second time?

Regarding the viral picture, Rashid Khan wrote in the caption of his Instagram post, “I recently took my wife to a charity event. It is unfortunate that people are making different things about it. The truth is very clear that she is my wife and there is no news to hide this.”

It is being claimed on social media that Rashid’s wife comes from Afghanistan, but is currently living abroad. But ABP Live does not confirm these claims.

Rashid Khan is one of the best cricketers especially in white ball cricket. He is also the bowler taking the highest number of wickets in T20 International. He has taken 182 wickets in his career of 108 T20 matches. Apart from this, he has taken 210 wickets in ODI and 45 wickets in only 6 Test matches.

Wishing Rashid Khan all the best on his second wedding… pic.twitter.com/bW3igBr2lY

— November 11, 2025

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T20I Record: T20 cricket is generally considered a batsman’s game, but in this format many bowlers have created history with their precise lines and varied bowling. Afghanistan’s Rashid Khan is once again at the forefront of the list of bowlers who have troubled the great batsmen around the world. He has created history by taking the most wickets in T20 International in his career.

Rashid Khan – Afghanistan

Afghanistan’s star leg spinner Rashid Khan has troubled every team in T20 cricket with his brilliant performance. He has taken 179 wickets in 106 T20 matches played between 2015 and 2025. His best bowling figure has been 5/3. With an average of just 13.79 and economy rate of 6.09, he proved that spinners have the power to win matches in T20 also.

Tim Southee – New Zealand

New Zealand’s experienced fast bowler Tim Southee is at second place in this list. He has taken 164 wickets in 126 matches. His best performance has been 5/18. With an economy of 8 runs per over, Southee has proved himself to be a very effective bowler in the T20 format. His swing and hold on the line kept him a reliable bowler for New Zealand for a long time.

Mustafizur Rahman – Bangladesh

Bangladesh’s left arm fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman is known for his cutters and slow balls. He has taken 152 wickets in 121 matches so far. His best spell is 6/10, which is a matter of pride for any bowler in the history of T20 cricket.

Ish Sodhi – New Zealand

New Zealand leg spinner Ish Sodhi has consistently performed well in T20, taking 150 wickets in 128 matches. His best performance is 4/12. Sodhi is known for his ability to take wickets especially in the middle overs. His googly is capable of deceiving the batsmen, and that is why he has become one of New Zealand’s most reliable spinners in T20 cricket.

Shakib Al Hasan – Bangladesh

Bangladesh captain Shakib Al Hasan is at fifth place in this list. He has taken 149 wickets in 129 matches and his best figure is 5/20. Shakib is not only a brilliant spinner but is also invaluable to the team as an all-rounder. By taking four or more wickets 6 times, he has proved that experience is useful in any format.

Afghanistan has clearly refused to play the tri-series in Pakistan. On the other hand, captain Rashid Khan has indicated that he will no longer play in the Pakistan Super League (PSL). Actually, Afghanistan has withdrawn its name from the upcoming triangular T20 series with the participation of Pakistan after the killing of three Afghan cricketers in Paktika.

For your information, let us tell you that a tri-series was to be played between Pakistan, Afghanistan and Sri Lanka from 17 to 29 November in Rawalpindi and Lahore, which would have been in T20 format. It was considered important for all three countries to prepare for the T20 World Cup to be held next year.

In a scathing statement, the Afghanistan Cricket Board said it was deeply saddened by the martyrdom of its players Kabir, Sibgatullah and Haroon, who were murdered along with five others in Arghun district of Paktika province while they were returning from playing a friendly match in the provincial capital Sharana. Seven others were also injured in this incident.

The Afghanistan Cricket Board said in a statement, “The Afghanistan Cricket Board expresses its grief over the martyrdom of its brave cricketers in the Argun district of Paktika province. They were targeted in a cowardly attack by the Pakistani regime. This is a huge loss for the sporting world of Afghanistan, the players and the cricket family. In expressing its condolences to the victims and in response to this incident, the Afghanistan Cricket Board has decided to postpone the match to be held in Pakistan in late November. “Have decided to withdraw from the triangular T20 series.”

Many reports have said that Pakistan has carried out air strikes in Argun and Barmal districts of Paktika province, due to which the ceasefire between the two countries has also ended.

Star spinner Rashid Khan condemned the attack and said that he is deeply saddened by the death of civilians in Pakistan’s air strikes in Afghanistan. Attacking civilian targets is immoral and barbaric, he wrote in a statement on Twitter. This unjust and illegal action is a violation of human rights and should be addressed. In view of the deaths of innocent people, I am with the ACB’s decision not to play the upcoming series with Pakistan. I am with the people of my country in difficult times. There is nothing greater than the dignity of our country.

Former captain Gulbadin Naib said, we are saddened by the cowardly military attack in Argun, Paktika in which many innocent civilians and cricketers have lost their lives. This brutal action of the Pakistani Army is an attack on our people, our pride and freedom, but it will not break the Afghan spirit.

All-rounder Samiullah Shinwari said, I am saddened by the news of the martyrdom of our brave players in Argun district of Paktika who were attacked by Pakistani military regime after a friendly cricket match. He wrote on X, this is sad not only for Paktika but for the entire country and the cricket community. I express my condolences to the families of the victims and the people of Paktika. We will never forget their memories and sacrifice.

Pakistan-Afghanistan War: Air strike has taken place in Paktika province of Afghanistan. This attack was carried out by Pakistan on the late night of 17 October 2025, in which three local cricketers of Afghanistan cricket were killed. Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) is saddened by the death of its players Kabir, Sibgatullah and Haroon. Condemning this attack, ACB has refused to participate in the triangular series played in Pakistan. This series was to be held between Pakistan, Afghanistan and Sri Lanka from 17 to 29 November. Along with this, Afghanistan captain Rashid Khan has also decided to withdraw from Pakistan Super League.

Afghanistan Board’s action on PAK

Afghanistan Cricket Board has withdrawn its name from the series to be held at the end of November. This triangular series in Pakistan was to be played in Lahore and Rawalpindi. But ACB has taken this decision against Pakistan on the death of players.

Rashid Khan breaks ties with PSL

Afghanistan cricket team captain Rashid Khan is seen playing in Pakistan Super League (PSL). But after this attack, Rashid Khan has indicated to withdraw from PSL team ‘Lahore Qalandars’. Rashid Khan has removed the name of Lahore Qalandars from his bio on the account of social media platform X. Rashid plays for Gujarat Titans in IPL and the name of the franchise of this league played in India is included in the bio of this player.

Rashid Khan has paid tribute to the citizens of Afghanistan who died in the airstrike. Along with this, the decision of Afghanistan Cricket Board has also been supported. Rashid has written that he is standing with the people of his country at this time.

I am deeply saddened by the loss of civilian lives in the recent Pakistani aerial strikes on Afghanistan. A tragedy that claimed the lives of women, children, and aspiring young cricketers who dreamed of representing their nation on the world stage.

It is absolutely immoral and…

— Rashid Khan (@rashidkhan_19) October 17, 2025

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