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Afghanistan vs West Indies: T20 Warm-up Series Begins!
19 Jan
Summary
- Afghanistan and West Indies will play three T20 Internationals in UAE.
- The series serves as practice for both teams before the T20 World Cup.
- Key players like Rashid Khan, Naveen-ul-Haq, and Rahmanullah Gurbaz are in Afghanistan's squad.
Afghanistan and West Indies are commencing a three-match T20 International series in the United Arab Emirates. This series is strategically positioned as vital practice for both nations ahead of the highly anticipated T20 World Cup 2026, scheduled to begin in just a couple of weeks. The matches will allow teams to fine-tune strategies and player combinations.
The Afghanistan squad, captained by the prominent Rashid Khan, appears robust and fully fit for the upcoming World Cup. Notable inclusions are experienced campaigners Naveen-ul-Haq and Gulabdin Naib, alongside explosive opener Sediqullah Atal and the dynamic Rahmanullah Gurbaz. This lineup suggests a formidable challenge for any opponent.
Conversely, the West Indies team, led by Brandon King, is navigating a period of transition. Key figures such as Nicholas Pooran and Andre Russell are not part of the squad, placing added responsibility on King's leadership. The first T20I is scheduled for Monday, January 19th, at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, with a start time of 8:00 PM IST. Live streaming will be available on the FanCode app and website.
