the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) It has announced an 18-member squad for the upcoming two-match Test series against Zimbabwescheduled to begin on 26 December 2024 in Bulawayo. The collection includes the long-awaited return of the spinner Rashid Khanwho is set to return to Test cricket after a break of more than three years. His inclusion adds a big boost to the team's strength and strategy.
Rashid Khan returns to the longer format
Rashid, who last played a Test against Zimbabwe in March 2021 in Abu Dhabi, returns to the team after recovering from a thigh injury that kept him out of the longest form. Known as one of the best players in international cricket, Rashid's previous Test performances had seen him take 11 wickets. His return is expected to strengthen Afghanistan's bowling attack and provide a major advantage in the series.
New faces in uniform
The team includes seven players who have not previously played internationally, reflecting Afghanistan's focus on promoting young talent. Among the new names is everything Ismat Allamleft arm spinner Zaheer ShehzadAnd a fast player Bashir Ahmed Al-Afghaniall of whom have shown promising performances in domestic cricket. Azmatullah Omarzaiunique Ahmed Malek, Riad Hassanand Sediqullah Atal They are also included awaiting their demo debut. This mix of experienced players and new talent indicates a forward-looking approach by the selectors as they aim to form a competitive side for the series and beyond.
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Driving and leadership
May God have mercy on me, my martyr He will lead the team as captain, with Rahma Shah As his deputy. Known for his calm demeanor and leadership qualities, Shahidi will look to guide Afghanistan through the series, aiming to achieve a positive result to boost Afghanistan's standing in Test cricket.
Afghanistan squad for Zimbabwe Tests
Hashmatullah Shahidi (C), Rahmat Shah (VC), Ikram Ali Khel (Week), Afsar Zazai (Week), Riaz Hassan, Siddiqullah Atal, Abdul Malik, Bahir Shah Mehboob, Ismat Alam, Azmatullah Omarzai, Zahir Khan, Ziaur Rahman Akbar. Zahir Shehzad, Rashid Khan, Yamin Ahmadzai, Bashir Ahmad Afghan, Naveed Zadran, and Farid. Ahmed Malik
