The Champions Trophy 2025 is fast approaching, and cricket fans worldwide are excited about the action-packed tournament. In this article, we’ll focus on the Afghainstan squad for Champions Trophy 2025, analyzing the India player list and their chances of lifting the trophy for the third time.
Afghanistan Squad for Champions Trophy 2025
The Champions Trophy 2025 Afghanistan squad is likely to feature a mix of experienced stars and emerging talents. Here’s the possible India 2025 squad:
Player Name | Role |
Hashmatullah Shahidi (c) | Batsman |
Ibrahim Zadran | Batsman |
Ikram Ali Khil | Wicket-Keeper Batsman |
Najibullah Zadran | Batsman |
Rahmanullah Gurbaz | Wicket-Keeper Batsman |
Riaz Hassan | Batsman |
Azmatullah Omarzai | All-Rounder |
Mohammad Nabi | All-Rounder |
Rahmat Shah | All-Rounder |
Rashid Khan | All-Rounder |
Abdul Rahman | Bowler |
Fazalhaq Farooqi | Bowler |
Mujeeb Ur Rahman | Bowler |
Naveen-ul-Haq | Bowler |
Noor Ahmad | Bowler |
Key Players
. Hashmatullah Shahidi: Captain and a crucial top-order batsman.
. Rashid Khan: Renowned spin bowler, pivotal for Afghanistan’s bowling attack.
. Mohammad Nabi: Experienced all-rounder, known for his contributions with both bat and ball.
Tournament Overview
Afghanistan is placed in Group B alongside strong teams such as England, Australia, and South Africa. Their matches are scheduled as follows:
. February 21, 2024: Afghanistan vs. South Africa in Karachi
. February 26, 2024: Afghanistan vs. England in Lahore
. February 28, 2024: Afghanistan vs. Australia in Lahore
The tournament will culminate with semi-finals on March 4 and 5, 2024, and the final on March 9, 2024, in Lahore or Dubai depending on the teams qualifying.