ICC: Afghanistan Women Cricketers to Play in World Cups

Afghanistan’s women in exile will gain opportunities to compete in ICC World Cups, highlighting support for displaced female athletes in cricket.

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced a groundbreaking initiative to support Afghanistan’s women cricketers who were forced to flee their country following the Taliban’s return to power. This decision was formalized during the ICC’s annual meeting held in Harare.

For the first time, the ICC will provide displaced Afghanistan’s...