In the ever-evolving landscape of international cricket, squad selections for major tournaments are often subjected to rigorous scrutiny. Afghanistan, a b??urgeoning cricketing nation, made significant strides in the 2019 Cricket World Cup, showcasing notable performances.

However, the 2023 World Cup roster witnessed the omission of several integral players from the 2019 squad. While the team has evolved and grown stronger, let’s look at the players who were part of the 2019 World Cup squad but have not been selected for the 2023 CWC.

1.) Gulbadin Naib:

Gulbadin Naib, the former captain, played a pivotal role in Afghanistan’s 2019 World Cup campaign. Known for his all-round skills, he contributed with both bat and ball. His leadership qualities were commendable, and he played a key role in nurturing young talents. Despite his good performance in the recently concluded Asia Cup 2023, the right handed all-rounder failed to seal a squad in the CWC squad and will lead Afghanistan in the Asian Games 2023.

2.) Aftab Alam:

Aftab Alam, known for his ability to swing the ball and take crucial wickets, played a pivotal role as Afghanistan’s go-to bowler in the 2019 World Cup. Unfortunately, his absence from the 2023 squad can be attributed to a combination of injuries and fluctuating form. Injuries often disrupt a player’s rhythm and effectiveness, and this, coupled with form issues, has hindered his inclusion.

3.) Asghar Afghan:

Asghar Afghan, a revered icon in Afghan cricket, has served as the captain of the Afghanistan team. His astute leadership and substantial batting performances left an indelible mark, making him a househol?d name. However, the cricketing world bid farewell to this legendary figure during the T20 World Cup in 2021, marking the end of an illustrious international career that had significantly contributed to the growth of Afghanistan as a cricketing nation.

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4.) Dawlat Zadran:

Dawlat Zadran, renowned for his pace and bounce, is considered a formidable asset in Afghanistan’s bowling lineup. Despite injury setbacks, his exclusion from the 2023 World Cup squad raises concerns about the team’s pace bowling alternatives.

5.) Hamid Hassan:

Hamid Hassan, affectionately known as Afghanistan’s ‘Blue Tiger,’ symbolises fierce pace and a commanding presence on the cricket field. His ability to intimidate batters with raw pace and hostility is unmatched. Unfortunately, injuries plagued his career, forcing him to endure frustrating periods on the sidelines. Despite making a strong comeback after battling these setbacks, his omission from the 2023 World Cup squad was surprising.

6.) Hazratullah Zazai:

Hazratullah Zazai, a prominent player for Afghanistan in white-ball formats, notably featured in the 2019 World Cup. The explosive left-handed opener burst onto the international scene with breathtaking displays. However, his omission from the 2023 World Cup squad leaves a notable gap at the forefront of the batting order. Zazai’s aggressive style and ability to provide rapid starts could have benefitted Afghanistan in the tournament, making his exclusion a subject of scrutiny and discussion within the cricketing fraternity.

7.) Mohammad Shahzad:

Mohammad Shahzad, an audacious wicketkeeper-batter, injected flair into Afghanistan’s batting order with his aggressive style. He played pivotal innings in crucial moments. Notably, Shahzad will travel to Hangzhou as the vice-captain of Afghanistan Cricket team in the Asian Games 2023, indicating his continued commitment to the national side despite missing out on the World Cup selection.

8.) Samiullah Shinwari:

Samiullah Shinwari, a reliable middle-order batter and a versatile bowler, was a crucial part of Afghanistan’s 2019 World Cup campaign. His experience and adaptability were valuable assets. Regrettably, he did not secure a spot in the 2023 squad, signalling a shift in the team’s composition and a notable omission considering his contributions in the previous tournament.

9.) Ikram Ali Khil:

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The excitement is building up as the quarter-finals of men’s cricket competition in the 19th Asian Games approach, and cricket enthusiasts in Afghanistan have recently been given a reason to cheer after the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) unveiled its formidable 15-member men’s squad for the marquee event on Wednesday (September 20).

The ‘Afghan Abdalyan’ team announced by ACB is a blend of experience and promising young talents, all ready to showcase their cricketing prowess on the grand stage.

Gulbadin Naib to lead the charge

Leading the charge for the Afghan Abdalyan squad is none other than the veteran all-rounder Gulbadin Naib. With a wealth of experience under his belt, Gulbadin had shouldered leadership responsibilities before when he captained the senior men’s team. He boasts an impressive international record, having represented Afghanistan in 79 ODIs and 59 T20Is. He was even part of Afghanistan’s recent Asia Cup 2023 campaign.

A squad with a mix of experience and emerging talent

While Gulbadin takes up the captaincy, the squad also boasts a lineup of players with international experience. Mohammad Shahzad, Karim Jannat, Sediqullah Atal, Fareed Ahmad Malik, Qais Ahmad, and Afsar Zazai are among the players who have represented Afghanistan at the highest level. Their experience will?? undoubtedly be a valuable asset to the team.

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However, the Afghan Abdalyan squad is not just about experience as it also includes emerging talents. Noor Ali Zadran, Zubaid Akbari, Sharafuddin Ashraf, Sayed Ahmad Shirzad, and Shahidullah Kamal are some of the promising young cricketers who recently featured in the ACC Men’s Emerging Asia Cup 2023 in Sri Lanka for Afghanistan. Their inclusion a??dds a layer of excite??ment and potential to the squad.

The road ahead for Afghanistan in the 19th Asian Games

The Asian Games cricket competition is slated to be an intense affair. As per the tournament’s rules, Afghan Abdalyan will enter the competition from the quarter-finals stage, which is set to kick off on October 3-4, followed by the semi-finals on October 6, and the grand finale on October 7 in Hangzhou, China.

It’s important to note that the Asian Games has hosted cricket competitions twice in the past, and Afghanistan clinched the runner-up position on both occasions.

Afghanistan’s squad for the 19th Asian Games

Gulbadin Naib (c), Mohammad Shahzad (vc??/wk), Sediqullah Atal, Zubdaid Akbari, Noor Ali Zadran, Shahidullah Kamal, Afsar Zazai, Wafiullah Tarakhil, Karim Jannat, Sharafuddin Ashraf, Fareed Ahmad Malik, Nijat Masoud, Sayed Ahmad Shirzad, Qais Ahmad and Zahir Khan.

Reserves: Nangyal Kharoti, Mohammad Ibrahim and Allah Noor Nasiri??.

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Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has unveiled their 16-member squad for the upcoming two-match T20I series against Bangladesh, set to commence on July 14 at the Sylhet District Stadium. The squad announcement sees the return of skipper Rashid Khan and wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Shahzad, adding strength ?and experience to the Afghan team.

Rashid, who was given a rest during the one-off Test match against Bangladesh in Mirpur last month, will once again lead the T20I side. Known for his exceptional spin bowling skills and leadership qualities, Rashid’s return will undoubtedly bolster Afghanistan’s chances in the limited-overs battle.

Similarly, Shahzad, who last represented Afghanistan in international cricket during the 2021 T20 World Cup has made his comeback on the bank of impressive form in domestic cricket. Joining Rashid and Shahzad in the squad are seasoned campaigners Mohammad Nabi and Najibullah Zadran, who bring a wealth of experience and s?kill to the team.

The selection panel, headed by ACB’s chief selector Asadullah Khan, emphasize?d the importance of assessing playe?rs ahead of the upcoming T20 World Cup, scheduled to be held in the USA and the West Indies in 2024.

“We brought Shahzad as we feel that we should have an attacking batter as a back-up for the opening slot because anything can happen in cricket. He is currently the best option and he also performed very well in the domestic tournament. He shows that he is ready for T20Is and we are starting the process now for the next T20 World Cup and we will see the players on typical roles and later we will decide,” Asadullah said as quoted by Cricbuzz.

“We brought Momand because he has very good pace and showed that in camps and domestic cricket. As I said before, we are looking at the players so that we can decide regarding the final squad for the World Cup,” he added.

Afghanistan squad: Rashid Khan (c), Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Hazratullah Zazai, Mohammad Shahzad, Ibrahim Zadran, Mohammad Nabi, Najibullah Zadran, Sediq Atal, Karim Janat, Azmatullah Omarzai, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Naveen-ul-Haq, Wafadar?? Momand, Farid Ahmad, Noor Ahmad, Mujeeb Ur Rahman

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Former Indian cricketer, MS Dhoni, has inspired a generation of cricketers, in both his native country as well a?s all prominent cri??cketing nations.

During the promotional video shoot of the 2019 ICC ODI World Cup, the likes of Jos Buttler, Ben Stokes, and Virat Kohli heaped praises on Dhoni. The video encapsulated the amount of respect garnere??d by Dhoni globally during his illustrious 15-year-long career.

Over the years, Dhoni donned the role of a wizardly wicket-keeper, feared finisher, and a ca?lm and composed captain. The Jharkhand stalwart helped India win the 2007 T20 World Cup, 2011 ODI World, 2013 Champions Trophy, and the ICC Test Maze in 2008.

Dhoni is the only captain to clinch all prominent ICC titles. As a result, he finished as the most decorated captain in the history of the sport. Even after stepping ?down from captaincy, Dhoni marshalled the Indian troops from behind the stumps, groo?ming the youngsters in the squad.

The greate??st legacy left behind by MSD is a world-class unit, which he handed over to young Virat in 2017. Mahi came into the team in the presence of a star-studded Indian lineup in 2004.

During his tenure as captain, Dhoni was responsible for a smooth transition in the Ind??ian team, ??with the retirement of Sourav Ganguly, Sachin Tendulkar, Rahul Dravid, Anil Kumble and VVS Laxman.

Watching Dhoni in action on the field inspired many cricketers, including Afghanistan’s wicket-keeper batsman, Mohammad Shahzad. As the Ranchi-born cricketer announced his retirement from international cricket on Saturday, tributes for the talismanic cricketer started to flood all over social media.

Shahzad also took to Twitter to pay his tribute for the former Indian captain. “It’s really sad to hear that my favourite and role model MS DOHNI is retiring from cricket. His services to Indian cricket is unforgettable, I will definitely miss you in the field of cricket and your kind advises for my improvement @msdhoni. miss you Mahi,” Shahzad tweeted.

It’s really sad to hear that my favorite and role model MS DOHNI is retiring from cricket . His services to india cricket is unforgettable, I will definitely miss you in the field of cricket and your kind advises for my improvement @msdhoni miss you Mahi🏏🐆🚁💔💔

— MS Shahzad (@MShahzad077) August 15, 2020

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Hard-hitting Afghanistan wicket-keeper batsman, who has been out of international action for a while, is all set to return in national colors after Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) lifted the ban imposed on him on Wedne??sday.

Earlier, the board imposed the? ban on the flamboyant opening batsman after he was found breaching code of?? conduct for touring abroad to feature in the tournament without their consent.

Shahzad was also pulled out of the World Cup? last year in England, mid-way, after he suffered an injury to the knee. However, Shahzad claimed that he was sent back home unjustly as he was fit enough to play the matches in the multilateral event.

ACB on Wednesday took to its social media handle to break the news. “ACB Discipline Committee lifts playing ban on Wicket-Keeper Batman @MShahzad077 after Chairman @Farhan_YusEfzai accepted his (MS) mercy appeal but, his contract ban will continue till the imposed date August 2020. (sic),” the board posted.

ACB Discipline Committee lifts playing ban on Wicket-Keeper Batman @MShahzad077 after Chairman @Farhan_YusEfzai accepted his (MS) mercy appeal but, his contract ban will continue till the imposed date August 2020. pic.twitter.com/vrHxxvhRO9

— Afghanistan Cricket Board (@ACBofficials) February 26, 2020

“As per ACB’s policies, any player traveling out of the country is required to seek the permission of ACB. Shahzad has not adhered to this, repetitively,” ACB stated in a press release earlier last year in August.

“Mohammad Shahzad did not attend meetings scheduled with the Discipline Committee on 20th and 25th of the last month. The Discipline Committee will meet after Eid-ul Adha holidays to assess the breaches by Mohammad Shahzad and make a decision to be published soon,” concluded ACB’s statement.
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Later, the 3??3-year-old, who gained prominence with his swashbuckling approach at the T20 World Cup in? 2016, retaliated by saying that he did not wish to represent Afghanistan anymore.

“I don’t see myself playing anymore. It’s a dream to play in the World Cup. I was removed from the 2015 World Cup [he wasn’t selected for fitness reasons] and now this one as well. I am going to consult with friends and family. My heart isn’t in cricket anymore,” Shahzad commented, according to India Today.

Afghanistan plays Ireland next for a three-match T20I series at their ad?opted home-ground in Greater Noida, starting March 6. However, Shahzad is not incl?uded in the squad.

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Mohammad Shahzad was recently suspended for a year by the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB). It was the discipline committee of the Board that gave him the harsh punishment for breaching some code of conduct. However, they did not provide further ??details.

During the 2019 World Cup, he played a few games after which he was ruled out mid??way supposedly due t??o an injury. Not happy with the unfair decision, a frustrated Shahzad said that he was fully fit to play.

The wicketkeeper-batsman revealed that there was immense politics involved in sending him back home. According to him, only the skipper Gulbadin Naib, the coach and the manager knew about his sudden omission. The remaining members of the team were shocked. Fe??eling cheated, Shahzad accused some board officials of conspiring against him??.

Afghani??stan wi??ll play a one-off Test against Bangladesh in Chattogram next month.

On the other hand, the right-hander would be l?ooking to get into the team for t?he T20 World Cup in Australia next year.

Meanwhile, the social media was abuz??z with rumours that he had taken a massive step post his suspension.

Several people blamed the 31-year-ol?d for ruining his own career by tearing his passport apart. This incident caused him to release a video, where he showed both his expired and new Afghan passport.

Here’s the video clip �?/p>

Afghan wicket keeper batsman @MShahzad077 turn down & rejected allegations of social media that he ended his cricket career & tore his Afghan passport after he has been suspended for 1 year,He showed his both expired and new Afghanistan passports in viral video. pic.twitter.com/Mm7z2yhpSv

— M.Ibrahim Momand (@IbrahimReporter) August 21, 2019

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On Sunday, Afghanistan Cricket Board announced the suspension of wicket-keeper batsman Mohammad Shahzad from all forms of cricket for one year. Shahzad was found guilty by the Discipline Committee for the breach of ACB’s code of conduct.

Afghanistan Cricket Board’s discipline committee has suspended @MShahzad077 from participating in any form of Cricket for a period of one year after he ?was found in breach of ACB’s code of conduct.

Read more: //t.co/geh5tFoAEH pic.twitter.com/uI5aqXqT1i

— Afghanistan Cricket Board (@ACBofficials) August 18, 2019

Afghanistan cricket players need to seek permission from the board to travel outside the country. As per the board, Shahzad went abroad several times without permission violating ACB’s policy.

Earlier this week, ACB suspended the contract of Mohammad Shahzad for an ind?efinite period as they were waiting for the Discipline Committee’s report.

Afghanistan Cricket Board today suspended the contract of wicket-keeper batsman @MShahzad077 for?? an indefinite period due to breach of ACB’s Code of Condu?ct by the player.

Read more://t.co/XKggRB5CIl pic.twitter.com/EH9sddSgKX

— Afghanistan Cricket Board (@ACBofficials) August 10, 2019

During the ICC World Cup 2019, Shahzad was removed from the squad in the middle of the tournament citing a knee injury. The opening batsman later came on social media claiming that the board didn’t consult him before making their decision.

"I have no problem or injury & fully fit but @ACBofficials pulled me out of the squad by force without any consultation"Says @MShahzad077 who is ruled out of @cricketworldcup due to knee injury in his recent voice clip to a media in #Kabl as he is set to return home tomorrow. pic.twitter.com/tqagZST9c2

— M.Ibrahim Momand (@IbrahimReporter) June 8, 2019

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On Saturday, Afghanistan Cricket Board announced t??hat it has suspended the contract of Mohammad Shahzad for an indefinite period. As per ACB, Sh??ahzad violated the Code of Conduct by traveling out of the country without seeking permission from the board.

Afghanistan Cricket Board today suspended the contract of wicket-keeper batsman @MShahzad077 for an indefinite period due to breach of ACB’s Code of Conduct by the p??layer.

Read more://t.co/XKggRB5CIl pic.twitter.com/EH9sddSgKX

— Afghanistan Cricket Board (@ACBofficials) August 10, 2019

Earlier, during the ICC World Cup 2019, the explosive wicket-keeper batsman was sent back to Afghanistan in the middle of the tournament citing a knee injury. However, Shahzad came on ??social media claiming that the board removed him without communicating him.

"I have no problem or injury & fully fit but @ACBofficials pulled me out of the squad by force without any consultation"Says @MShahzad077 who is ruled out of @cricketworldcup due to knee injury in his recent voice clip to a media in #Kabl as he is set to return home tomorrow. pic.twitter.com/tqagZST9c2

— M.Ibrahim Momand (@IbrahimReporter) June 8, 2019

After the incident, Shahad also warned to quit cricket quoting, �?em>I don’t know what is the problem. If they have a problem, they should let me know. If they don’t want me to play, I will quit cricket.”

ACB Discipline Committee is looking into the above disc??iplinary matter and will state their final decision soon.

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Wicketkeeper-batsman Mohammad Shahz??ad has threatened the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) of quitting cricket after he was forcefully asked to leave the 2019 World Cup campaign midway.

The 32-year-old Shahzad, who has been replaced by Ikram Alikhil, played Afghanistan’s first two matches against Australia and Sri Lanka but the recurrence of a knee injury saw him being omitted from the squad.

Shahzad, though, claims that he was incorrectly declared unfit. “I went to a doctor in London and he drained my knee of some fluids, gave me a pill and said that I could play after resting for two-three days,” Shahzad told local media after reaching Kabul.

“I don’t know what is the problem. If they have a problem, they should let me know. If they don’t want me to play, I will quit cricket.

“I don’t see myself playing anymore. It’s a dream to play the World Cup. I was removed from the 2015 World Cup [he wasn’t selected for fitness reasons] and now this one as well. I am going to consult with friends and family. My heart isn’t in cricket anymore,” ’emotional’ Shahzad added.

Reacting to Shahzad’s comments, ACB CEO Asadullah Khan refuted the wicket-keeper’s claims and said any player would be upset after being dropped from a big tournament like World Cup but Afghanistan didn’t want to compromise on the fitness of the players.

“What he is saying is completely wrong. A proper medical report to the ICC was submitted and then only his replacement was announced. The team could not have fielded an unfit player. I understand he is upset at not being part of World Cup anymore but the team could not have compromised on his fitness,” said Khan.

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