Rasooli to lead new-look Afghanistan squad in Asian Games 2026
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 9:04 AM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026
Afghanistan has named their squad for the upcoming Asian Games 2026, with Hashmatullah Rasooli appointed as captain. The team includes six uncapped players and five members with fewer than ten international caps. This shift reflects a move towards rebuilding the squad ahead of the competition. The Asian Games will provide an opportunity for younger players to gain experience at an international level.
- •Hashmatullah Rasooli named captain of Afghanistan squad
- •Six uncapped players included in the team
- •Five players have fewer than ten international caps
- •Team aims for experience at Asian Games 2026
- •Rebuilding effort ahead of the competition
- 9:04 AMESPNcricinfo — Rasooli to lead new-look Afghanistan side in Asian Games 2026
"Afghanistan named six uncapped players in their squad and five players with fewer than ten international caps
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