Relaunched Afghanistan Premier League to commence on December 27
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 7:58 AM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026
The Afghanistan Premier League will restart on December 27, featuring three teams: Axcel United Kabul, Balkh Zwanan, and Kandahar Warriors. The inaugural edition is set to take place in the UAE. This marks the return of the league after a hiatus, aiming to reinvigorate domestic cricket in Afghanistan. Fans can expect a fresh format and competitive matches as teams gear up for the tournament.
- •Afghanistan Premier League starts on December 27
- •Three teams: Axcel United Kabul, Balkh Zwanan, Kandahar Warriors
- •Tournament likely held in the UAE
- •Inaugural edition aims to boost domestic cricket
- 7:58 AMESPNcricinfo — Relaunched Afghanistan Premier League to start on December 27
"Three teams - Axcel United Kabul, Balkh Zwanan and Kandahar Warriors - have been announced for inaugural edition of the tournament, which will likely be played in the UAE
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