Afghanistan search options for tri-series with Pakistan, UAE
1. In meeting with ICC, ACB floats plan to play Youth Tri-Series with Pakistan and United Arab Emirates
The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has proposed an ambitious plan that includes a tri-series with Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), as well as A team tours to Bangladesh and Zimbabwe. The ACB's Chairman, Mirwais Ashraf, and CEO, Naseeb Khan, discussed these plans during the International Cricket Council (ICC)'s annual Board Meeting in Colombo. They also met with representatives from Cricket South Africa, Cricket New Zealand, and Cricket West Indies to explore the possibility of a white-ball series before the Champions Trophy 2025.
The ACB's press release highlighted the organization's recent achievements, activities, and future plans. Discussions included potential A team tours and a Youth Tri-Series involving Pakistan and the UAE, with dates and venues yet to be confirmed. The ICC leadership praised Afghanistan's performance in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024, where the team, under Rashid Khan's captaincy, reached the semi-finals for the first time, defeating teams like Australia and New Zealand. Despite losing to South Africa in the semi-final, Afghanistan showcased their aggressive and entertaining style of play, contributing significantly to the global cricketing community and the development of cricket in Afghanistan.
