COLOMBO: The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has suggested a youth tri-series between Afghanistan, Pakistan, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 in Pakistan next year.
Discussions regarding this initiative took place during the International Cricket Council’s (ICC) annual board meeting held in Colombo this week. ACB Chairman Mirwais Ashraf and CEO Naseeb Khan participated in the meetings, engaging with representatives from prominent cricketing nations including the Pakistan Cricket Board, Cricket South Africa, Cricket New Zealand, and Cricket West Indies.
In a press release issued following the ICC board meeting, the ACB outlined their recent achievements and future plans, emphasizing their commitment to expanding cricketing opportunities.
“During the meeting, ACB’s leadership presented recent achievements, activities, and future plans for the Afghanistan Cricket Board. They also held discussions with representatives from Cricket South Africa, Cricket New Zealand, and Cricket West Indies about potential white-ball bilateral cricket ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025,” the press release stated.
The proposed Youth Tri-Series, which would feature Afghanistan, Pakistan, and the UAE, aims to bolster youth cricket development in the region.
Additionally, the ACB is exploring the possibility of A-team tours to Bangladesh and Zimbabwe as part of their strategic planning to enhance international exposure for Afghan cricketers.
“The discussions also included A-team tours to Bangladesh and Zimbabwe, and the possibility of a Youth Tri-Series against Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates, with the dates and venues to be confirmed,” the press release stated.
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During the ICC board meeting, the leadership and representatives commended the ACB and Afghanistan’s national cricket team for their impressive performance in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024.
