Cricket Ireland implements security for upcoming Afghanistan matches amid protests
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 4:24 PM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
Cricket Ireland has confirmed that security measures are in place for the upcoming men's one-day series against Afghanistan, set to start on August 3. The arrangements follow concerns over potential protests related to the treatment of women in Afghanistan under Taliban rule. The series, consisting of five ODIs, will take place in Bready and Stormont. Cricket Ireland acknowledged the moral dilemmas associated with hosting Afghanistan, as female participation in sports in the country has been severely restricted. Stakeholders, including the Police Service of Northern Ireland, are prepared to ensure the safety of all involved during the matches and any related demonstrations.
- •Five ODIs against Afghanistan scheduled for August 3, 5, 10, 12, and 15.
- •Cricket Ireland has collaborated with the PSNI for security planning.
- •Protests are anticipated due to Afghanistan's human rights record.
- •Cricket Ireland faces criticism over the decision to host the series.
- •Concerns raised about the Taliban using the series for propaganda.
- 4:24 PMYahoo Sports — Security plans in place for any Afghanistan protests
- 4:24 PMBBC Sport — Security plans in place for any Afghanistan protests
"Cricket Ireland says "appropriate" security plans are "in place" for the forthcoming men's one-day series with Afghanistan amid the possibility of protests.
"Cricket Ireland says "appropriate" security plans are "in place" for the forthcoming men's one-day series with Afghanistan amid the possibility of protests.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 31, 2026, 4:24 PMSecurity plans in place for any Afghanistan protests
Cricket Ireland says "appropriate" security plans are "in place" for the forthcoming men's one-day series with Afghanistan amid the possibility of protests.
- BBC SportJul 31, 2026, 4:24 PMSecurity plans in place for any Afghanistan protests
Cricket Ireland says "appropriate" security plans are "in place" for the forthcoming men's one-day series with Afghanistan amid the possibility of protests.
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