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Afghanistan aim for winning start against Ireland

Led by captain Rahmat Shah, Afghanistan boast an experienced squad featuring a powerful batting line-up and one of the world’s most effective spin attacks.

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Last Updated on: August 8, 2026

Afghanistan will begin their five-match One-Day International (ODI) series against Ireland today, with the opening match taking place at Bready Cricket Club in Northern Ireland.

The series marks an important step in both teams’ preparations for future ICC tournaments, including the 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup. Afghanistan arrive as the higher-ranked side and will be looking to continue their strong record against Ireland in the 50-over format.

Led by captain Rahmat Shah, Afghanistan boast an experienced squad featuring a powerful batting line-up and one of the world’s most effective spin attacks.

Ireland, playing on home soil, will be aiming to use familiar conditions to challenge the visitors and make a strong start to the series.

Today’s match gets underway at 1:30 p.m. Kabul time, with overcast conditions and the possibility of light rain forecast during the day.

Any interruptions are expected to be brief, while the conditions could assist the seam bowlers early before the pitch becomes more favourable for batting as the match progresses.

Both teams will be eager to secure an early advantage in what is expected to be a competitive five-match contest.

Based on recent form, head-to-head record and squad strength, Afghanistan enter the opening ODI as favourites, with an estimated 65% chance of victory, while Ireland are given a 35% chance of pulling off an upset.

The five-match ODI series will be played between August 5 and August 15, with matches scheduled at Bready Cricket Club and Stormont in Belfast.

Ariana Television Network (ATN) will broadcast today’s match live across Afghanistan on Ariana Television.

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ACL: Sarsabz Yashlar edge Istiqlal Kabul 2–1

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Last Updated on: September 19, 2026

Sarsabz Yashlar Faryab defeated Istiqlal Kabul 2–1 in the 11th match of the sixth season of Afghanistan Champions League Roshan.

The match was played on Friday at the Afghanistan Football Federation Stadium in Kabul.

The two teams played out a balanced first half, with neither side able to break the deadlock.

In the second half, Istiqlql Kabul’s Haroon Noori opened the scoring to put his side 1–0 ahead.

Sarsabz Yashlar responded by increasing the pressure, with Abdullah Maki equalizing in the 67th minute.

Adnan Nemati then scored Sarsab Yashlar’s second goal in the 82nd minute, completing the comeback and securing a 2–1 victory over Esteqlal Kabul.

Matches from the sixth season of Afghanistan Champions League Roshan are being broadcast live on Ariana Television.

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Sorkh Poshan Khafi beat Arman FC 2–0 in ACL season six

Arman FC will face Khurasan Faryab in their third match next Sunday, while Sorkh Poshan Khafi will take on Toofan Herat.

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Sorkh Poshan Khafi secured a 2–0 victory over Arman FC in their second match of the sixth season of Afghanistan Champions League Roshan.

The two sides faced off on Friday at the Afghanistan Football Federation Stadium in Kabul in the 10th match of the tournament.

Arman FC started brightly and looked dangerous in attack, creating several chances in the first half. However, they failed to find the back of the net.

Sorkh Poshan Khafi broke the deadlock in the 43rd minute through Ali Basit Nazari, who finished the chance to put his side 1–0 ahead. Nazari was later named Player of the Match.

Arman FC pushed for an equalizer after the break and enjoyed a significant spell of possession, but Sorkh Poshan Khafi defended well and remained dangerous on the counter.

The Khafi-based side sealed the win in second-half stoppage time when Naweed Mahboobi scored the second goal, securing a 2–0 victory.

Arman FC’s goalkeeper also produced several important saves to keep the scoreline from widening.

Arman FC will face Khurasan Faryab in their third match next Sunday, while Sorkh Poshan Khafi will take on Toofan Herat.

Both matches will be broadcast live on Ariana Television.

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India sweep Afghanistan 3-0 as Abhishek Sharma hits record T20 century

Afghanistan struggled from the start of their chase and lost four wickets for just 47 runs.

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India defeated Afghanistan by 127 runs in the third and final T20 international in Delhi on Thursday, completing a 3-0 series sweep.

India opener Abhishek Sharma hit the fastest T20 international century by a batter from a full-member nation, reaching his hundred from just 30 balls.

The 26-year-old scored 108 runs from 34 deliveries, hitting nine fours and 11 sixes before he was dismissed by Afghanistan captain Rashid Khan.

His century also broke India’s previous record of a 35-ball hundred, set by former captain Rohit Sharma against Sri Lanka in 2017.

India’s other opener, wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson, scored 50 from 35 balls as India posted 221 for seven after Afghanistan won the toss and chose to bowl.

Afghanistan struggled from the start of their chase and lost four wickets for just 47 runs.

They were eventually bowled out for 94 in 14.1 overs, losing the match by 127 runs.

Captain Ibrahim Zadran was Afghanistan’s top scorer with 25 runs.

India’s Nitish Kumar Reddy and Ravi Bishnoi took three wickets each as Afghanistan’s batting order collapsed.

Speaking after the match, Zadran said he was disappointed with the result but noted some improvement in the team’s approach during the powerplay.

“Definitely disappointed,” ​Zadran said. “We improved a little bit in the powerplay. Totally happy ​with the intent…

“Yes, we will struggle a little bit in one or two series, but with time we will improve,” he said. “If we don’t have intent, it is really hard to beat international teams.”

Zadran also called for Afghanistan to play more matches against top international sides.

“We need to play more games and more series, especially against the biggest teams. That’s how we can improve,” he said.

 

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