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Top T20 World Cup records that could be broken in USA and West Indies

As the teams gather for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup in the USA and Caribbean, get ready to witness some history in the making.
With the format known for its record-breaking feats, let’s take a look at some of the records that could be broken in this edition of the tournament.
Virat Kohli has scored 103 fours in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup and is just behind Sri Lanka’s Mahela Jayawardena’s 111 fours. Kohli already holds the record for the highest run tally in the tournament, and the chase master will aim to add another accolade to his name in this edition.
Rohit Sharma who is fourth on the list with 91 fours will also look to get to the top spot as will David Warner, who has 86 fours to his name now.
Virat Kohli scored an unbeaten 53-ball 82* to help India secure an opening victory against Pakistan in their ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2022 encounter.
Fastest Hundred (by balls)
With 47- and 50-ball centuries, Chis Gayle currently holds the top two spots for the fastest century in the Men’s T20 World Cup. With Nepal’s Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton setting the fastest overall T20 century at just 33 balls this year, this record could very well be under threat. With the expanded teams in this edition and the high strike-rates witnessed already this year, expect this record to be broken in this edition.
Most catches by a fielder
AB de Villiers currently sits at the top of the table for most catches as a fielder in the Men’s T20 World Cup with 23 catches to his name. David Warner is next on the list with 21 catches.
The Australian will look to get this record in his name as he gears up to play another T20 World Cup. Rohit Sharma and Glenn Maxwell are also in the running for the pole position as they both are joint-fourth in the list with 16 catches each.
First team to win all ICC Trophies at the same time
Pat Cummins led Australia to history last year when they won the ICC Test Championship and ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup in 2023.
In the Caribbean this year they have the opportunity to become the first team in history to hold the ICC Trophies in all three formats of the game at the same time if they manage to win the 2024 T20 World Cup.
In addition to this, Australia are also the defending champions in the ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup, the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup and the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup as well.
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Australia chased down the India total by the 43rd over mark.
Most Runs in a single edition of the tournament
With the total number of teams expanding from 16 to a record 20 in this edition of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, teams have the potential to play up to nine matches in the tournament.
With this increase in matches, one can expect the record of total runs accumulated in a single edition to be challenged. Currently, the record belongs to Virat Kohli who scored 319 runs in 6 matches in the 2014 edition of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.
Broadcasting news!
Ariana Television Network (ATN) announced last week that it has secured the rights to broadcast this year’s T20 World Cup in Afghanistan.
News, updates and information on the event will be published regularly on Ariana News website and digital platforms so be sure to stay tuned.
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Afghan cricket umpire Bismillah Shinwari passes away aged 41
Shinwari, aged 41, played a key role in the development of Afghan cricket, both domestically and on the international stage.

Bismillah Shinwari, one of Afghanistan’s most experienced and respected cricket umpires, has passed away after a period of illness, the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) announced.
Shinwari, aged 41, played a key role in the development of Afghan cricket, both domestically and on the international stage.
A member of the ICC International Panel of Umpires “Bismillah Jan was a great servant of Afghan cricket,” the ACB said Tuesday.
Shinwari began his umpiring career in the early 2000s and steadily rose through the ranks as Afghanistan’s presence in world cricket grew. Over the years, he became known for his professionalism, calm demeanor, and deep understanding of the game.
He officiated in 34 One Day Internationals (ODIs), 26 T20 Internationals, 31 First-Class matches, 51 List A games, and 96 domestic T20 matches—making him one of the most active and experienced umpires in the country’s cricketing history.
The ACB described Shinwari’s passing as “a great and irreparable loss” to the sport in Afghanistan, noting his contributions not just on the field, but also as a mentor to younger officials and a supporter of cricket’s growth across the country.
His legacy is deeply woven into the rise of Afghan cricket over the past two decades. (edited)
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Afghanistan’s group stage opponents confirmed for CAFA Nations Cup 2025

Afghanistan’s national football team will face Tajikistan, Iran, and Malaysia in Group B of the CAFA Nations Cup 2025.
Afghanistan Football Federation (AFF) announced on Thursday that Group B matches will be hosted by Tajikistan.
Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan, and Oman will compete in Group A of the tournament.
The tournament, featuring eight teams, will take place from August 9 to September 8, 2025, with Uzbekistan and Tajikistan serving as co-hosts.
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First half of Afghanistan Futsal League Season 4 concludes with Etihad victory

In the continuation of Afghanistan Premier Futsal League, Etihad FC delivered a spectacular performance in the 45th and final match of the first half of the season on Tuesday, defeating Deyar Sanayee with an impressive score of 10–2.
The 45 first-leg matches of Afghanistan Premier Futsal League Season 4 came to an end on Tuesday with exciting and entertaining games.
The second half of the season, the return leg of these 45 matches will kick off on July 8.
Futsal fans across the country are encouraged to stay tuned and watch the matches live and exclusively on Ariana Radio & Television Network (ATN) starting July 8.
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