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Rashid Khan Out of Test, Returns for ODIs vs India
26 May
Summary
- Rashid Khan omitted from Test squad due to doctor's advice.
- Afghanistan to play one-off Test from June 6, followed by ODIs.
- Key players like Mohammad Nabi and Ibrahim Zadran return for ODIs.
Afghanistan's cricket board has unveiled their squads for the forthcoming tour of India, a series commencing on June 6, 2026. Star leg-spinner Rashid Khan will miss the one-off Test match, a decision stemming from medical advice to avoid the physical demands of red-ball cricket due to his persistent back issues. Khan has not participated in Test cricket since March 2024.
The tour begins with a solitary Test match in New Chandigarh, running from June 6 to June 10. Following the Test, Afghanistan will engage in a three-match ODI series against India, with matches scheduled for June 14 in Dharamsala, June 17 in Lucknow, and June 20 in Chennai.
While Khan is absent from the Test squad, he has been included for the ODI series, alongside experienced all-rounder Mohammad Nabi. The ODI batting lineup is further bolstered by the return of opener Ibrahim Zadran. The Test squad features a strong batting core, with Hashmatullah Shahidi captaining both the Test and ODI teams.
