Afghanistan

England all out for 179 as South Africa secure semi spot, Afghanistan out

They were bowled out for 179 within 39 overs, the lowest total in the tournament this year - and it sealed South Africa's path into the semi-finals as England will not be able to win by a big enough margin to put Afghanistan in second spot via their net run rate.

Triumphant Afghanistan knock England out of Champions Trophy

Afghanistan knocked England out of the Champions Trophy on Wednesday with a thrilling eight-run victory in Lahore.

Afghan refugee cricketers in Australia to play first match since fleeing Taliban

More than three years after fleeing Afghanistan as the Taliban swept to power, a women's team of refugee cricketers will play an exhibition match in Melbourne on Thursday, hoping it will be a first step on the path to full internationals.

Omarzai named ICC Men's ODI Cricketer of the Year

Afghanistan all-rounder Azmatullah Omarzai built on an impressive 2023 to become one of the world’s leading One Day International performers in 2024, with his right-arm pace bowling and multi-faceted batting game helping take the Afghanistan team to a new level.

Taliban face Hague threat over treatment of women, girls

Australia, Canada, Germany and The Netherlands announced in New York they were initiating the proceedings, which could lead to a hearing at the International Court of Justice in The Hague.

Energy drink craze peps and pacifies weary Afghans

Alcohol is outlawed in Afghanistan but caffeine-rich energy drinks are consumed by all, from secret police to children, and advertised on billboards more than even Taliban state propaganda.

Afg-NZ Test faces complete washout after third day lost

The venue, which is hosting its first Test, has come under scrutiny for lacking world-class facilities and basic drainage.

Taliban don't recognise women on Afghan Olympic team: sport official

Afghanistan's Taliban government does not recognise the three female athletes who will represent the country at the Paris Olympic Games this month, a spokesman for their sports department said.

September 30, 2016
September 30, 2016

Did clear thinking expire in 2015?

There was a reason why Bangladesh fans were so eager for the ODI series against Afghanistan and England to start, and that

September 29, 2016
September 29, 2016

Bangladesh cricket: Mosharraf included in squad for third ODI

Bangladesh Cricket Board announces the 14-man squad for the third and final ODI on October 1 against Afghanistan.

September 29, 2016
September 29, 2016

Bangladesh Cricket: Mosharraf joins training camp

Mosharraf Hossain, the 34-year old left-arm spinner and useful late order batsman joins the training camp of Bangladesh cricket team at Mirpur Stadium.

September 28, 2016
September 28, 2016

Bangladesh Cricket: Mosaddek makes debut, Afghans to bowl first

Young Mosaddek Hossain Shaikat will get the opportunity to serve his country on the cricket field as he was selected in the Bangladesh team to face Afghanistan in the second game of the 3-match ODI series at Mirpur Stadium.

September 28, 2016
September 28, 2016

Bangladesh v Afghanistan: 2nd ODI Preview

Having been at the receiving end of a shattering loss in the first One-Day International, Afghanistan will hope to restore parity and prevent Bangladesh from clinching their 100th win in the must-win second ODI in Dhaka on Wednesday (September 28).

September 27, 2016
September 27, 2016

Cricket: 100th ODI win beckons Bangladesh

If Tigers go on to win the second game of the 3-match ODI series against Afghanistan on September 28, Mashrafe and his boys will create history by notching up the 100th win in ODI matches for Bangladesh.

September 27, 2016
September 27, 2016

'Enjoy batting at number 4'

Since his debut in international cricket close to a decade ago Mahmudullah Riyad has batted in a number of positions. There

September 25, 2016
September 25, 2016

Cricket: Soumya Sarkar tastes duck for the first time

Bangladesh cricketer Soumya Sarkar is sent back to the pavilion for a duck for the first time in his career during the first game of the 3-match ODI series against Afghanistan at Mirpur Stadium.

September 25, 2016
September 25, 2016

Bangladesh come out in front by seven runs

Bangladesh manage to beat a spirited Afghan side by seven runs in the first game of the 3-match ODI series at Mirpur stadium.

September 25, 2016
September 25, 2016

Afghanistan ready for a scrap

Most Bangladeshi fans may have one eye on the England series next month, but for Afghanistan this is the biggest chance they