Afghanistan Cricket Board’s Selection Committee on Wednesday unveiled the 15-member U19 Squad led by Naseer Khan for the ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2024 scheduled to kick off on January 19 in South Africa.
Naseer Khan, Afghanistan regular skipper, will be poised to make a triumphant return, expected to recover in time to lead the squad. Accompanying him in this leadership role is wicket-keeper batter Numan Shah, appointed as his deputy, adding depth to the team’s strategic setup.
A blend of experience and emerging talent defines the squad, with top-order batter Ali Ahmad Nasar making a comeback after missing the ACC U19 Men’s Asia Cup 2024.
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The dynamic opening batter Hassan Eisakhil, right-arm leg-spinner Arab Gul Momand, and right-arm fast bowler Zahid Afghan, fresh from their Youth Tri-Series performance in Johannesburg, add a formidable edge to Afghanistan’s campaign.
Naseeb Khan, the CEO of the Afghanistan Cricket Board, emphasized the team’s rigorous preparation, citing their participation in major events and intensive training camps over the past six months. Expressing optimism for a stellar performance, Khan highlighted the team’s aspiration to replicate the success of the previous World Cup edition.