The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has officially named
veteran middle-order batter Rahmat Shah as the new captain of the national One
Day International (ODI) and Test teams. Dynamic wicketkeeper-batter Rahmanullah
Gurbaz has been appointed as his vice-captain across both formats, signaling an
exciting new era for Afghan cricket.
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Rahmat Shah’s elevation to the captaincy comes as a natural progression for the national side. A mainstay in the batting lineup since making his international debut in 2013, Rahmat stands as Afghanistan's leading run-scorer in both ODIs and Tests. Having accumulated over 120 ODI caps, he brings a wealth of tactical knowledge, technical soundess, and unmatched stability to the squad. His calm composure in high-pressure situations makes him ideally suited to lead the team through its next chapter.
He takes charge of a national squad that has rapidly evolved
into an aggressive, competitive force on the global stage. Recent landmark
victories over top-tier international teams and a rising position in the ICC
rankings have placed Afghanistan firmly among cricket's top contenders.
Rahmat's tactical mind will be vital in sustaining that momentum.
His first assignment as full-time skipper begins with an upcoming five-match ODI series against Ireland. Backed by world-class spin attacks and explosive young talents like Gurbaz, Rahmat will aim to sharpen the team's tactical edge while fostering a culture of resilience and victory on the international stage.
