Afghanistan has announced their 20-player squad for the Men’s T20 Asia Cup 2025, with star cricketer Rashid Khan appointed as captain. The team features experienced all-rounder Mohammad Nabi, along with key players like Gulbadin Naib, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, and Ibrahim Zadran, adding depth to the squad.
Rashid Khan will lead the spin attack, supported by Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Noor Ahmad, and AM Ghazanfar. The pace attack will be powered by Fazalhaq Farooqi and Naveen Ul Haq. Additionally, Darwish Rasooli, Sediqullah Atal, and Fareed Ahmad have secured their spots, making the squad well-balanced and ready for the tournament.
The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) announced that before the Asia Cup, the Afghan team will play a T20I Tri-Nation Series in Sharjah starting this Friday. They will compete against the hosts UAE and Pakistan, with most of the 22-member preliminary squad participating, as shared on ACB’s official social media on Sunday, August 24.
After the tri-series, Rashid Khan’s team will focus on winning their first-ever Asia Cup title. Afghanistan is in Group B, where they will face Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Hong Kong. The top two teams from the group stage will advance to the Super Fours.
Afghanistan squad for Asia Cup 2025
Rashid Khan (capt), Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Ibrahim Zadran, Darwish Rasooli, Sediqullah Atal, Azmatullah Omarzai, Karim Janat, Mohammad Nabi, Gulbadin Naib, Sharafuddin Ashraf, Mohammad Ishaq, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, AM Ghazanfar, Noor Ahmad, Fareed Ahmad, Naveen Ul Haq, Fazalhaq Farooqi
Reserve players: Wafiullah Tarakhil, Nangeyalia Kharote, Abdullah Ahmadzai
Afghanistan schedule for Asia Cup 2025
| Date | Opposition | Time (IST) | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 9 | Hong Kong | 7:30 PM | Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi |
| September 16 | Bangladesh | 7:30 PM | Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi |
| September 18 | Sri Lanka | 7:30 PM | Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi |
FAQ
Who will captain Afghanistan in the Asia Cup 2025?
Rashid Khan has been named as the captain of Afghanistan’s squad for the Asia Cup 2025.
How many players are in Afghanistan’s Asia Cup 2025 squad?
Afghanistan has announced a 20-member squad for the tournament.
Which teams will Afghanistan face in the Asia Cup 2025?
Afghanistan is in Group B and will play against Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Hong Kong in the group stage.
Will Afghanistan play any matches before the Asia Cup 2025?
Yes, they will participate in a T20I Tri-Nation Series in Sharjah against UAE and Pakistan before the Asia Cup begins.
What is Afghanistan’s goal in the Asia Cup 2025?
Afghanistan aims to perform strongly in the group stage and qualify for the Super Fours, targeting their first-ever Asia Cup title.