Moneycontrol PRO
HomeSportsCricketLoss of promising Afghan talent is tragedy for entire cricketing world: ICC Chairman Jay Shah

Loss of promising Afghan talent is tragedy for entire cricketing world: ICC Chairman Jay Shah

Afghanistan have already withdrawn from the tri-nation T20I series involving Pakistan and Sri Lanka.

October 19, 2025 / 10:47 IST
Loss of promising Afghan talent is tragedy for entire cricketing world: ICC Chairman Jay Shah (Photo: PTI)

International Cricket Council chairman Jay Shah on Saturday expressed his condolences at the death of three promising Afghanistan cricketers, who lost their lives in an air-strike conducted in the Argun and Barmal districts of Paktika province.

According to reports, it is believed that Pakistan conducted airstrikes which have also halted the ceasefire between the two nations.

"Deeply saddened by the loss of three young Afghan cricketers, Kabeer Agha, Sibghatullah, and Haroon, whose dreams were cut short by a senseless act of violence," Shah wrote on X.

"The loss of such promising talent is a tragedy not just for Afghanistan but for the entire cricketing world. We stand in solidarity with the Afghanistan Cricket Board and all those mourning this heartbreaking loss," he added.

Afghanistan have already withdrawn from the tri-nation T20I series involving Pakistan and Sri Lanka.

As per sources in the PCB, the hosts are trying to invite another nation for the said event.

PTI
first published: Oct 19, 2025 10:47 am

Discover the latest Business News, Sensex, and Nifty updates. Obtain Personal Finance insights, tax queries, and expert opinions on Moneycontrol or download the Moneycontrol App to stay updated!

Subscribe to Tech Newsletters

  • On Saturdays

    Find the best of Al News in one place, specially curated for you every weekend.

  • Daily-Weekdays

    Stay on top of the latest tech trends and biggest startup news.

Advisory Alert: It has come to our attention that certain individuals are representing themselves as affiliates of Moneycontrol and soliciting funds on the false promise of assured returns on their investments. We wish to reiterate that Moneycontrol does not solicit funds from investors and neither does it promise any assured returns. In case you are approached by anyone making such claims, please write to us at grievanceofficer@nw18.com or call on 02268882347