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How did cricket become popular in Afghanistan?
Cricket was first played in Afghanistan during the 19th century Anglo-Afghan Wars, with British troops reported to have played in Kabul in 1839. In the 1990s, cricket became popular amongst Afghan refugees in Pakistan, and the Afghanistan Cricket Federation was formed there in 1995.
When did Afghanistan start international cricket?
Afghanistan played its first One Day International against a Full Member of the International Cricket Council in February 2012 when they played a single match against Pakistan at Sharjah. Afghanistan also took on Australia Cricket Team for only ODI at Sharjah in August 2012.
Who brought cricket to Afghanistan?
Cricket was barely known in the nation until the early 2000s, and its explosive rise in popularity was linked with conflict – the sport was picked up in Pakistan by Afghan refugees who then took it back home.
Who is the best cricket player in Afghanistan?
- Batting Rankings. Hazratullah. AFG. Rating. 596. Pos. Player. Team. Rating. Rahmanullah Gurbaz. AFG. 559. Mohammad Nabi.
- Bowling Rankings. Rashid Khan. AFG. Rating. 710. Pos. Player. Team. Rating. Mujeeb Ur Rahman. AFG. 679. Mohammad Nabi.
- All-Rounder Rankings. Mohammad Nabi. AFG. Rating. 265. Pos. Player. Team. Rating. Karim Janat. AFG. 108. Gulbadin Naib.
Why do they play cricket in Afghanistan?
While cricket was played in Afghanistan during the era of British colonialism in the 19th century, the modern game largely took root in the refugee camps of Peshawar in northern Pakistan. In the past two decades the game has flourished to point where it is now the most popular sport in Afghanistan.
Who is the coach of Afghanistan?
Lance KlusenerHead coach
Afghanistan national cricket team/Coaches