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Naveen-ul-Haq returns to Afghanistan for India T20I series

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 1:01 PM

Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Naveen-ul-Haq returns to Afghanistan for India T20I series
Summary

Naveen-ul-Haq is set to return to the Afghanistan national team for the upcoming T20I series against India. This marks his first appearance for Afghanistan since December 2024. Ibrahim Zadran has officially taken over as captain for the T20I format. The series represents a crucial opportunity for both teams as they prepare for future competitions.

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  • •Naveen-ul-Haq returns for the T20I series against India.
  • •He last played for Afghanistan in December 2024.
  • •Ibrahim Zadran is the new T20I captain.
  • •The series is important for preparations for future competitions.
Latest Updates
  • 5:58 PMYahoo Sports — Afghanistan annouces squad for T20I series against India: Ibrahim Zadran takes charge, Naveen-ul-Haq returns
  • 1:01 PMESPNcricinfo — Naveen-ul-Haq returns to Afghanistan side for India T20I series
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The Afghanistan Cricket Board has appointed Ibrahim Zadran as the new captain for the T20I series against India. Pacer Naveen-ul-Haq, returning from injury, is also back in the lineup. This series marks the first bilateral T20I clash between both nations. Featuring stars like Rashid Khan and Rahmanullah Gurbaz, the Afghan team plans to arrive early for training ahead of the matches.

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The fast bowler will play for Afghanistan for the first time since December 2024, with Ibrahim Zadran officially taking over as T20I captain

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