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Monty Desai Named Canada Men's Cricket Head Coach

Toronto, May 1 – Cricket Canada has appointed Monty Desai as the head coach of its men's national team, a move hailed as pivotal for the sport's growth in the country. With a wealth of experience...

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Rashid Khan Rejects India, Australia Citizenship Offers for Afghanistan

In a stunning revelation, Afghan cricket sensation Rashid Khan has disclosed that he turned down citizenship offers from both India and Australia. The leg-spin wizard made this bombshell admission in...

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Rashid Khan Rejects India, Australia Citizenship Offers for Afghanistan

In a stunning revelation that underscores unwavering national loyalty, Afghan cricket sensation Rashid Khan has disclosed turning down citizenship offers from both India and Australia. The...

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Rashid Khan Welcomes Baby Boy Ajlaan Amid IPL Struggles

In a heartwarming announcement that has lit up social media, Afghanistan's premier spinner Rashid Khan has become a father. The Gujarat Titans star shared the joyous news on Instagram, introducing...

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Rashid Khan May Skip India Test Over Back Injury Fears

Afghanistan's premier leg-spinner Rashid Khan has cast serious doubts over his participation in the upcoming one-off Test match against India in June. Speaking candidly from New Delhi, the...

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Richard Pybus Named Afghanistan Coach: Asia Cup Hopes Rise

New Delhi, February 25. Afghanistan's cricket team, reeling from an early exit in the T20 World Cup 2026 qualifiers, has swiftly appointed a new head coach to revitalize its campaign. The Afghanistan...

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Afghanistan Names New Coach Before Sri Lanka Tour

New Delhi, February 21. Afghanistan's campaign in the T20 World Cup 2026 has come to an early end, failing to advance to the Super-8 stage. With the tournament exit, the four-year tenure of head...

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Afghanistan Names New Coach Before Sri Lanka Tour

New Delhi, February 21. Afghanistan's cricket journey in the 2026 T20 World Cup has ended without qualifying for the Super 8 stage. With this exit, the four-year tenure of head coach Jonathan Trott...

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Rashid Khan's Emotional Farewell to Coach Jonathan Trott After Afghanistan Win

In a thrilling finale at Chennai's MA Chidambaram Stadium, Afghanistan capped off their T20 World Cup 2026 campaign with a resounding 82-run victory over Canada on Thursday. The win doubled as a...

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Afghanistan Crushes Canada by 82 Runs in T20 World Cup Thriller

In a dominant display at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, Afghanistan scripted their fourth-largest victory by runs in T20 World Cup history, demolishing Canada by 82 runs on Thursday. Batting...

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Zadran's 95 Guides Afghanistan to 200 vs Canada in T20WC

In a high-scoring encounter at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, Afghanistan posted a formidable 200 for 6 against Canada in the 39th match of the T20 World Cup 2026. Opener Ibrahim Zadran...

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Rashid Khan Relieved After Afghanistan's T20 WC Win Over UAE

New Delhi, February 16 - Afghanistan's cricket team breathed a sigh of relief with a thrilling five-wicket victory over UAE in their Group D clash of the T20 World Cup 2026 qualifiers at Arun Jaitley...

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Rashid Khan: South Africa Loss Haunts Me Forever

New Delhi, February 15. Afghanistan's captain Rashid Khan is still reeling from the heartbreaking super over defeat against South Africa in the T20 World Cup 2026 group stage. That loss, in a match...

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ICC Fines Mohammad Nabi 15% Match Fee in T20 World Cup Clash

In a dramatic turn during the T20 World Cup 2026 match in Ahmedabad, Afghanistan's veteran all-rounder Mohammad Nabi has been slapped with a 15% fine on his match fee by the ICC. The action came...

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T20 World Cup 2026: Underdogs Challenge Giants Early On

The T20 World Cup 2026 has kicked off with a bang, shattering expectations that top teams would cruise past minnows. From the opening fixtures, underdog sides have pushed powerhouses to the brink,...

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Darvish Rasuli's 84 Fires Afghanistan to 61-Run Warm-Up Win Over Scotland

Bengaluru erupted with excitement as Afghanistan delivered a commanding performance in the opening warm-up match for the Men's T20 World Cup 2026, thrashing Scotland by 61 runs at the BCCI Centre of...

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Shinoyzada's Historic 163 Powers Afghanistan to U19 WC Semis

In a display of sheer dominance at the Harare Sports Club, Faisal Shinoyzada etched his name into history as Afghanistan crushed Ireland by a staggering 191 runs in the Under-19 World Cup 2026...

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Faisal Shinwazai's 163 Shatters Records in U19 World Cup

In a breathtaking display of talent at the Harare Sports Club, Afghan batsman Faisal Shinwazai etched his name into the annals of Under-19 World Cup history. Facing Ireland in a crucial Super Sixes...

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January 2026 T20I Series: Afghanistan vs. West Indies in UAE

Cricket fans can look forward to an exciting T20 International series in January 2026 as Afghanistan prepares to host the West Indies for a three-match contest. The United Arab Emirates will serve as...

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Zimbabwe Tour: Afghanistan Rest Rashid, Reveal Test & T20I Squads

Afghanistan's national cricket teams have been selected for their forthcoming tour of Zimbabwe, comprising a single Test match and three T20 Internationals. The Afghanistan Cricket Board has decided...

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Saif Hassan's Heroics Lead Bangladesh to T20 Series Victory Over Afghanistan

Bangladesh's victory in the T20I series against Afghanistan was highlighted by a run chase hat-trick. The team's success was further solidified by a clean sweep. Saif Hassan emerged as a key player...

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Afghanistan's Gurbaz Involved in Run-Out Drama Against Bangladesh

The Afghanistan cricket team, after a disappointing Asia Cup 2025, continues to face setbacks, having lost the first T20I against Bangladesh by four wickets. The match saw a costly run-out incident...

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From Colombo to Sharjah: Bangladesh's Cricket Triumph Over Pakistan and Afghanistan

October 2nd marked a historic day for Bangladesh cricket, with the team achieving victories against both Pakistan and Afghanistan. This feat highlighted the team's diverse capabilities, winning in...

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Asia Cup 2025: Dunith Wellalage Faces Loss of Father Amidst Cricket Triumph

The Asia Cup 2025 brought a mix of emotions for Sri Lankan cricketer Dunith Wellalage. Just as Sri Lanka celebrated a victory over Afghanistan, Dunith received the devastating news of his father,...

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Sri Lanka Defeats Afghanistan, Reaches Asia Cup 2025 Super-4s; Bangladesh Also Advances

In a display of skillful play, Sri Lanka defeated Afghanistan, securing a place in the Super-4s of the Asia Cup 2025. Afghanistan's campaign in the tournament has concluded, while Bangladesh has also...

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Sri Lanka's Win Over Afghanistan Seals Bangladesh's Super-4 Berth in Asia Cup 2025

Sri Lanka's victory over Afghanistan in the final Group B match of the Asia Cup 2025 eliminated Afghanistan and secured a spot for Bangladesh in the Super-4 round. The highlight of the match was...

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Bangladesh Defeats Afghanistan in Asia Cup 2025; Rashid Khan Criticizes Afghanistan's Performance

Bangladesh triumphed over Afghanistan by a margin of eight runs in the group stage of the Asia Cup 2025, keeping their hopes of progressing in the tournament alive. The match was a nail-biter,...

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Asia Cup 2025: Pakistan on the Brink of Elimination; Super 4 Spots at Stake

The Asia Cup 2025 sees a tight race for the Super 4 stage among six teams. India is already through, but Pakistan is in danger of being knocked out. Group B is particularly exciting, with three teams...

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Asia Cup 2025: Super 4 Qualification Scenario Becomes Complex After Bangladesh Victory

The Asia Cup 2025 has seen India secure their place in the Super 4 from Group A with two wins, while Group B has become exceptionally competitive. Afghanistan, which enjoyed a dominant start to the...

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Asia Cup 2025: Bangladesh Secures Victory, Yet Trails Afghanistan in Points Table

Following Afghanistan and India's lead, Bangladesh began their Asia Cup 2025 campaign with a win. The third match of the tournament was contested between Bangladesh and Hong Kong at the Zayed Cricket...

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Afghanistan's Batting Prowess Shines in Asia Cup Victory

Afghanistan's Asia Cup 2025 campaign started with a resounding victory against Hong Kong. The team's batting performance was a significant highlight of the match. In stark contrast to their struggles...

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Rashid Khan Analyzes Afghanistan's Performance After Commanding Victory in Asia Cup 2025

Afghanistan kicked off their Asia Cup 2025 with a dominant performance, securing a 94-run victory against Hong Kong at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium. This win affirmed their status as a major threat in...

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Asia Cup 2025: Babar Hayat Surpasses Rohit Sharma's Run Record

In the inaugural match of the Asia Cup 2025, a significant record was broken. The record, held by Rohit Sharma for the most runs in the T20 Asia Cup, was surpassed by Hong Kong's Babar Hayat. Hayat's...

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Asia Cup 2025: Afghanistan Begins with a Bang, Defeating Hong Kong by a Wide Margin

Afghanistan commenced their Asia Cup 2025 journey with a resounding victory against Hong Kong, winning by 94 runs at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium. Sediqullah Atal anchored the innings, finishing with an...

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AFG vs HKG: A T20 Showdown at the Asia Cup 2025

The Asia Cup 2025 commences with a match between Afghanistan and Hong Kong in Abu Dhabi. The Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium sets the stage for this encounter. Afghanistan, a top-ten T20 team, is...

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Sheikh Zayed Stadium Pitch Report: Key Insights for Afghanistan vs. Hong Kong Asia Cup Match

The Asia Cup 2025 will see Afghanistan compete against Hong Kong in the opening match. The tournament is only the third to be played in the T20I format, creating anticipation for action-packed games...

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Asia Cup Prelude: 'Modi-Modi' Chants by Afghan Fans After Pakistan's Victory

The atmosphere following Pakistan's tri-series win against Afghanistan was marked by an unexpected event. Afghan fans gathered outside the stadium and began chanting 'Modi-Modi.' This unusual...

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Pakistan's Nawaz Dominates Afghanistan with Hat-Trick and Five-Wicket Performance Before Asia Cup

Mohammad Nawaz, the Pakistani all-rounder, delivered a phenomenal performance against Afghanistan in the T20 tri-nation series final, setting the stage for the upcoming Asia Cup. The left-arm spinner...

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Pakistan to Host T20 Series with Afghanistan and Sri Lanka as World Cup Warm-up

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced a special T20 series, often referred to as a 'mini Asia Cup', to be held in Pakistan after the conclusion of the Asia Cup 2025. This series will feature...

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UAE Falls to Afghanistan in Nail-Biting Finish, Afghanistan to Face Pakistan in Final Before Asia Cup

An exciting match is anticipated between Afghanistan and Pakistan before the Asia Cup commences. Both teams are preparing for the final encounter set for September 7th. Afghanistan qualified for the...

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Pakistan's Batting Struggles: A Critical Examination Before the Asia Cup

Pakistan's performance in the ongoing tri-series has raised concerns, particularly after their loss to Afghanistan. Afghanistan, after scoring 169 runs, put pressure on Pakistan's batting lineup....

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Zimbabwe's Sikandar Raza Tops ODI All-Rounder Rankings Ahead of Asia Cup

Sikandar Raza, Zimbabwe's T20I captain, has achieved the top position in the ICC ODI all-rounder rankings, marking a significant achievement. He has surpassed Afghanistan's Azmatullah Omarzai, who...

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Shaheen Afridi and Pakistan's Stars Underperform in UAE T20I Series

Pakistan's high-profile cricketers are enduring a difficult period in the UAE T20I tri-series. The batsmen have collectively struggled, failing to reach 100 runs across three games, while Shaheen...

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Pakistan Cricket Team's Performance Draws Criticism After Loss to Afghanistan

The tri-series in the UAE witnessed Afghanistan exacting revenge on Pakistan following their previous encounter. In the series' fourth match, Afghanistan emerged victorious against Pakistan by 18...

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Pakistan's Captain Speaks After Afghanistan Defeat: A Look at the Match and Reactions

In the T20 tri-series leading up to the Asia Cup, Pakistan suffered a defeat against Afghanistan. After the match, captain Salman Ali Agha shared his perspective, creating a sympathetic response....

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Afghanistan Outplays Pakistan in UAE Tri-Series Clash

Afghanistan triumphed over Pakistan in a T20I encounter, winning by 18 runs in the UAE. Afghanistan's consistent performance continued, securing their second win in the series, while Pakistan faced...

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Afghanistan's Victory Over UAE Fueled by Rashid Khan

Rashid Khan's record-breaking performance was a key element in Afghanistan's comprehensive victory in the T20 match against the UAE. Afghanistan batted first, scoring 188 runs for 4 wickets in 20...

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Afghanistan's Batting Collapse: Pakistan Dominates in Tri-Series Match

In the tri-series before the Asia Cup 2025, Pakistan beat Afghanistan by 39 runs. Afghanistan's batting performance was disappointing, as they lost five wickets in 20 balls, managing to score only 4...

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T20 Tri-Series: Pakistan and Afghanistan Face Off in UAE

Cricket fans are gearing up for a T20 tri-series between Pakistan, Afghanistan, and the UAE, starting August 29th in the UAE. This series is a warm-up for the upcoming Asia Cup 2025. The final match...

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Asia Cup 2025: Pandya and Khan to Compete for T20 Wicket-Taking Record

With the Asia Cup scheduled to begin on September 9, a fascinating contest between Hardik Pandya and Rashid Khan is anticipated. The tournament will be played in the T20 format, adding another layer...

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Asia Cup 2025 Warm-Up: Pakistan, Afghanistan, and UAE to Compete in Sharjah T20 Series

The Asia Cup 2025 is on the horizon, and a T20 tri-series featuring Pakistan, Afghanistan, and the United Arab Emirates is set to take place in Sharjah, hosted by the Emirates Cricket Board. The...

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Heres How Afghanistan Can Qualify for Champions Trophy 2025 Semi-Final After Washout vs Australia

Australia entered the semifinals of the champions trophy 2025 after their Crucial Group B Clash Against Afghanistan was called off due to duty to rain in lahore on Friday. On the other hand,...

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Afghan Cricketer Slams Pakistan Airstrikes in Kabul as No Different from Israel

In a bold statement that has sparked widespread debate, Afghan cricketer Naveen-ul-Haq has fiercely criticized Pakistan's recent airstrikes on Kabul, drawing a stark comparison to Israel's actions...

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Afghanistan Stuns South Africa in U19 World Cup Opener

In a thrilling start to their ICC Under-19 World Cup campaign, Afghanistan's young cricketers delivered a masterclass performance, defeating South Africa by 28 runs in their opening Group B clash....

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#Afghanistan cricket

Monty Desai Named Canada Men's Cricket Head Coach

Rashid Khan Rejects India, Australia Citizenship Offers for Afghanistan

Rashid Khan Rejects India, Australia Citizenship Offers for Afghanistan

Rashid Khan Welcomes Baby Boy Ajlaan Amid IPL Struggles

Rashid Khan May Skip India Test Over Back Injury Fears

Richard Pybus Named Afghanistan Coach: Asia Cup Hopes Rise

Afghanistan Names New Coach Before Sri Lanka Tour

Afghanistan Names New Coach Before Sri Lanka Tour

Rashid Khan's Emotional Farewell to Coach Jonathan Trott After Afghanistan Win

Afghanistan Crushes Canada by 82 Runs in T20 World Cup Thriller

Zadran's 95 Guides Afghanistan to 200 vs Canada in T20WC

Rashid Khan Relieved After Afghanistan's T20 WC Win Over UAE

Rashid Khan: South Africa Loss Haunts Me Forever

ICC Fines Mohammad Nabi 15% Match Fee in T20 World Cup Clash

T20 World Cup 2026: Underdogs Challenge Giants Early On

Darvish Rasuli's 84 Fires Afghanistan to 61-Run Warm-Up Win Over Scotland

Shinoyzada's Historic 163 Powers Afghanistan to U19 WC Semis

Faisal Shinwazai's 163 Shatters Records in U19 World Cup

January 2026 T20I Series: Afghanistan vs. West Indies in UAE

Zimbabwe Tour: Afghanistan Rest Rashid, Reveal Test &amp; T20I Squads

Saif Hassan's Heroics Lead Bangladesh to T20 Series Victory Over Afghanistan

Afghanistan's Gurbaz Involved in Run-Out Drama Against Bangladesh

From Colombo to Sharjah: Bangladesh's Cricket Triumph Over Pakistan and Afghanistan

Asia Cup 2025: Dunith Wellalage Faces Loss of Father Amidst Cricket Triumph

Sri Lanka Defeats Afghanistan, Reaches Asia Cup 2025 Super-4s; Bangladesh Also Advances

Sri Lanka's Win Over Afghanistan Seals Bangladesh's Super-4 Berth in Asia Cup 2025

Bangladesh Defeats Afghanistan in Asia Cup 2025; Rashid Khan Criticizes Afghanistan's Performance

Asia Cup 2025: Pakistan on the Brink of Elimination; Super 4 Spots at Stake

Asia Cup 2025: Super 4 Qualification Scenario Becomes Complex After Bangladesh Victory

Asia Cup 2025: Bangladesh Secures Victory, Yet Trails Afghanistan in Points Table

Afghanistan's Batting Prowess Shines in Asia Cup Victory

Rashid Khan Analyzes Afghanistan's Performance After Commanding Victory in Asia Cup 2025

Asia Cup 2025: Babar Hayat Surpasses Rohit Sharma's Run Record

Asia Cup 2025: Afghanistan Begins with a Bang, Defeating Hong Kong by a Wide Margin

AFG vs HKG: A T20 Showdown at the Asia Cup 2025

Sheikh Zayed Stadium Pitch Report: Key Insights for Afghanistan vs. Hong Kong Asia Cup Match

Asia Cup Prelude: 'Modi-Modi' Chants by Afghan Fans After Pakistan's Victory

Pakistan's Nawaz Dominates Afghanistan with Hat-Trick and Five-Wicket Performance Before Asia Cup

Pakistan to Host T20 Series with Afghanistan and Sri Lanka as World Cup Warm-up

UAE Falls to Afghanistan in Nail-Biting Finish, Afghanistan to Face Pakistan in Final Before Asia Cup

Pakistan's Batting Struggles: A Critical Examination Before the Asia Cup

Zimbabwe's Sikandar Raza Tops ODI All-Rounder Rankings Ahead of Asia Cup

Shaheen Afridi and Pakistan's Stars Underperform in UAE T20I Series

Pakistan Cricket Team's Performance Draws Criticism After Loss to Afghanistan

Pakistan's Captain Speaks After Afghanistan Defeat: A Look at the Match and Reactions

Afghanistan Outplays Pakistan in UAE Tri-Series Clash

Afghanistan's Victory Over UAE Fueled by Rashid Khan

Afghanistan's Batting Collapse: Pakistan Dominates in Tri-Series Match

T20 Tri-Series: Pakistan and Afghanistan Face Off in UAE

Asia Cup 2025: Pandya and Khan to Compete for T20 Wicket-Taking Record

Asia Cup 2025 Warm-Up: Pakistan, Afghanistan, and UAE to Compete in Sharjah T20 Series

Heres How Afghanistan Can Qualify for Champions Trophy 2025 Semi-Final After Washout vs Australia

Afghan Cricketer Slams Pakistan Airstrikes in Kabul as No Different from Israel

Afghanistan Stuns South Africa in U19 World Cup Opener

Zimbabwe Tour: Afghanistan Rest Rashid, Reveal Test & T20I Squads