ICC extends support for Afghan refugee women cricketers through 2030
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 9:38 PM
Last updated Jul 13, 2026
The ICC has reaffirmed its commitment to Afghan refugee women cricketers by extending the Development Pathway Programme. Announced at the Annual Conference in Edinburgh, the initiative aims to facilitate their entry into ICC qualification events by 2030. The program will continue providing coaching, physiotherapy, and competitive touring opportunities. Afghan cricketer Nahida Sapan expressed appreciation for the program's impact on their rights and opportunities, while Mel Jones highlighted the significance of the roadmap for their future development. Further tours and more competitive matches are planned to prepare the players for upcoming events.
- •ICC plans to help Afghan women cricketers compete by 2030.
- •The program includes coaching, physiotherapy, and competitive touring.
- •Players have already toured India and England recently.
- •Nahida Sapan noted the program's difference in their lives.
- •Mel Jones praised the investment in the future of these players.
- 9:38 PMYahoo Sports — ICC backs Afghan refugee women cricketers, targets 2030 pathway to international competition
"The ICC has extended its Development Pathway Programme for Afghan refugee women cricketers and aims to help them enter ICC qualification events by 2030. The initiative will continue providing coaching, physiotherapy, tours and competitive opportunities. Players welcomed the long-term commitment, while former Australia cricketer Mel Jones said the roadmap reflects an important investment in their future and development.
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