Afghanistan name T20 World Cup 2026 squad | CricTracker

Afghanistan have named the squad for the upcoming T20I series against West Indies and the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka.

Before they start their journey at the mega event in India and Sri Lanka, Afghanistan shall meet the West India in A three-match T20I Series, which one shall are hosted through Afghanistan from January 19 to 22 in the UAE.

Rashid Khan will lead the Afghanistan Squad, which will be strengthened by the return of all-rounder Gulbadin Naib and right-arm fast bowler Naveen Ul Haq, who is returning from a shoulder injury.

Left-handed middle-order batsman Shahidullah Kamal and wicketkeeper-batsman Mohammad Ishaq will retain their places in the squad for the upcoming events. Abdullah Ahmadzai, A young quickly bowlers, has Also been included in the mainly swimming pool by players. Fazal him, WHO missed the recently held series in return for Bangladesh And only played the last T20I against Zimbabwe, has made It inside the 15 men team for both the series And the World Cup.

A notable addition to the squad is Mujeeb Ur Rahman, which leads to AM Ghazanfar being placed in the reserve pool of players, alongside middle-order batsman Ijaz Ahmadzai and promising young fast bowler Zia Ur Rahman Sharifi.

ACB CEO Naseeb Khan stated:

“Afghanistan had a great run in the previous edition of the T20 World Cup. We cherish excellent memories by the past And heap for even better results this year, which will be played under Asian conditions. Hosting the West Indies team provides us with an incredible opportunity to refine our combination and adequately prepare for the World Cup.”

Ahmad Shah Sulimanhil, Chief Selector of ACB, added:

“We have had good discussions over the last few days and finalized the selection. Gulbadin Naib is a big-match player and his return gives a boost to our team. We are also happy that Naveen Ul Haq is back, which will help the quality of our fast bowling.”

“It was A difficult decision Unpleasant to leave BEN Ghazanfar out by the mainly team, as are place made away for Mujeeb. Shahidullah Kamal performed well in the recent event and provides us with a valuable left-handed option, which is crucial in major tournaments.”

Afghanistan Team for West India Series And T20 World Cup 2026

Rashid Khan (C), Ibrahim Zadar (VC), Rahmanullah Gurbaz (World Cup), Mohammed Ishaq (World Cup), Sediqullah Atal, Darwis Razol, Shahidullah Kamal, Azmatullah Omarzai, Gulbadin Naib, Mohammad Nabi, Noor Ahmad, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Naveen Ul Haq, Fazal Haq Farooqi and Abdullah Ahmadzai.

Reservations: BEN Ghazanfar, Rank Ahmadzai And Zia Ur Rahman Sharifi.

Afghanistan have been placed in Pool D of the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup alongside New Zealand, South Africa, UAE and Canada and will play their opening match in the event against New Zealand on February 8 in Chennai.

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