Afghanistan Cricketers List – Full Squad, Player Roles & Latest Team Overview

The Afghanistan national cricket team has rapidly grown into one of the world’s most exciting sides. Known for its fearless approach, explosive batting, and world-class spin attack, Afghanistan has become a strong competitor in ICC tournaments. The team is governed by the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) and participates in Test matches, ODIs, and T20 Internationals.

Afghanistan’s rise in world cricket is often credited to its exceptional spin bowling talent. Rashid Khan, one of the global superstars of cricket, leads an elite spin group including Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Noor Ahmad, and Qais Ahmad. Their ability to dominate on any surface makes Afghanistan especially dangerous in T20 cricket.

The batting lineup is powered by explosive performers like Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Ibrahim Zadran, Najibullah Zadran, and Hazratullah Zazai. These players combine aggression with consistency, giving Afghanistan the ability to post big totals. Senior pros such as Mohammad Nabi and Rahmat Shah add stability, experience, and leadership.

The team’s fast-bowling department, featuring Naveen-ul-Haq, Fazalhaq Farooqi, and Omarzai, has developed impressively in recent years. Their variations and pace complement the world-class spin attack.

This 30-player extended squad list highlights Afghanistan’s strong mix of youth and experience, making them a team to watch in upcoming ICC tournaments.

🇦🇫 Afghanistan Cricket Team – Full Squad (30 Players)

✅ A) Short Player Descriptions (1–2 lines each)

Batsmen

Hashmatullah Shahidi (Captain) – Calm and composed top-order batter known for anchoring long innings.
Rahmanullah Gurbaz – Explosive opener with fearless stroke-play in white-ball cricket.
Ibrahim Zadran – Technically strong opener who plays long, stable knocks.
Rahmat Shah – Consistent middle-order batter with strong ODI record.
Najibullah Zadran – Aggressive left-hander famous for big hitting in the death overs.
Usman Ghani – Stylish top-order batter with a wide range of strokes.
Hazratullah Zazai – Power-hitter with a reputation for massive sixes in T20 cricket.
Karim Janat – All-rounder with finishing ability and useful seam bowling.

Wicketkeepers

Ikram Alikhil – Young wicketkeeper with solid technique and reliability behind the stumps.
Afsar Zazai – Experienced WK with calm batting in lower order.

All-Rounders

Mohammad Nabi – Veteran all-rounder, match-winner with experience, off-spin and clutch hitting.
Gulbadin Naib – Medium-pace all-rounder with strong hitting in pressure moments.
Sharafuddin Ashraf – Spin all-rounder with tidy bowling and lower-order runs.
Azmatullah Omarzai – Rising star with fast bowling, power hitting, and athletic fielding.

Fast Bowlers

Naveen-ul-Haq – Young death-over specialist known for variations and slower balls.
Fazalhaq Farooqi – Left-arm pacer with swing and early wicket-taking ability.
Fareed Ahmad – Left-arm fast bowler with aggression and bounce.
Abdul Rahman – Promising fast bowler with sharp pace.
Wafadar Momand – Steady seamer strong in red-ball cricket.
Yamin Ahmadzai – Reliable Test pacer who swings the ball upfront.

Spin Bowlers

Rashid Khan (T20 Captain) – One of the world’s best leg-spinners with unmatched control and wicket-taking ability.
Mujeeb Ur Rahman – Mystery spinner known for his carrom ball and powerplay wickets.
Noor Ahmad – Young spinner with sharp turn, already shining in global leagues.
Qais Ahmad – Leg-break bowler with accuracy and variations.
Zahir Khan – Left-arm chinaman spinner adding variety to attack.

Additional / Emerging Players

Sediqullah Atal – Promising opener with solid domestic performances.
Ishaq Rahimi – Young fast bowler developing good pace.
Haroon Khan – All-rounder with strong youth cricket record.
Nangyal Kharoti – Future spin option with good control.
Shahidullah Kamal – Middle-order batter with long-format strength.
Riaz Hassan – Aggressive opener, strong in domestic T20s.

No.	Player Name	Role	Type
1	Hashmatullah Shahidi	Batsman	Captain, Top-order
2	Rahmanullah Gurbaz	WK-Batter	Opener
3	Ibrahim Zadran	Batsman	Opener
4	Rahmat Shah	Batsman	Middle-order
5	Najibullah Zadran	Batsman	Finisher
6	Usman Ghani	Batsman	Top-order
7	Hazratullah Zazai	Batsman	Power-hitter
8	Karim Janat	All-rounder	Batting All-rounder
9	Ikram Alikhil	WK-Batter	Wicketkeeper
10	Afsar Zazai	WK-Batter	Wicketkeeper
11	Mohammad Nabi	All-rounder	Off-spin
12	Gulbadin Naib	All-rounder	Medium-pace
13	Sharafuddin Ashraf	All-rounder	Spin All-rounder
14	Azmatullah Omarzai	All-rounder	Pace All-rounder
15	Naveen-ul-Haq	Bowler	Fast Bowler
16	Fazalhaq Farooqi	Bowler	Left-arm Fast
17	Fareed Ahmad	Bowler	Left-arm Fast
18	Abdul Rahman	Bowler	Fast Bowler
19	Wafadar Momand	Bowler	Medium-Fast
20	Yamin Ahmadzai	Bowler	Medium-Fast
21	Rashid Khan	Bowler	Leg-spinner
22	Mujeeb Ur Rahman	Bowler	Mystery Spinner
23	Noor Ahmad	Bowler	Left-arm Spinner
24	Qais Ahmad	Bowler	Leg-spin
25	Zahir Khan	Bowler	Chinaman
26	Sediqullah Atal	Batter	Opener
27	Ishaq Rahimi	Bowler	Fast Bowler
28	Haroon Khan	All-rounder	Spin All-rounder
29	Nangyal Kharoti	Bowler	Spin
30	Shahidullah Kamal	Batter	Middle-order