We have seen many teams in world cricket. When a team surprises strong opponents in major events, we call them a “dark horse.” In today’s world cricket, Afghanistan has emerged as such a team. A few years ago, Afghanistan used to play against teams like Namibia, Scotland, and Japan, but now they are making a remarkable impact. Not just once or twice, but repeatedly, they have proved their capabilities.
In the 2018 Under-19 Cricket World Cup, Afghanistan reached the semifinals, giving their first glimpse of potential. Later, by winning series against Asian nations like Bangladesh and Pakistan, they made their presence felt. In the 2023 Cricket World Cup, they defeated Pakistan, and in the 2024 T20 World Cup, they stunned the mighty Australian team, knocking them out of the title race. Now, once again, they have repeated their success by defeating a strong team like England and proving their worth in ICC tournaments.
Due to all these achievements, Afghanistan has risen above the level where teams like West Indies and Sri Lanka were in the 1980s. The team boasts skilled batsmen, balanced fast bowlers, and a powerhouse of spin, all working together to secure one success after another
