Rahmat Shah Named Afghanistan ODI Captain for Ireland Series; Squad Announced
Afghanistan has named Rahmat Shah as the new ODI captain for the five-match series against Ireland starting August 5, marking his first full-time leadership role. The 15-member squad includes returning fast bowlers Fazalhaq Farooqi and Yamin Ahmadzai, while veteran all-rounder Mohammad Nabi and injured spinner Mujeeb Ur Rahman are absent. The series follows Afghanistan's 3-0 ODI loss to India, with some squad changes including the demotion of Fareed Malik and Bilal Sami to reserves. Matches will be held in Bready and Belfast.
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zeenews broke this story on 24 Jul, 12:14 pm. Other outlets followed.