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Oman opener Aamir Kaleem etched his name in cricket history by becoming the oldest batter to score a half-century against India, surpassing a 79-year-old record. His impressive 64-run innings against India marked a historic moment, also making him the oldest to hit a T20I fifty against a full member nation.

Sikandar Raza, at 39, has achieved the number one all-rounder ranking in ICC Men’s ODI, driven by consistent performances with both bat and ball during the series against Sri Lanka. Despite Zimbabwe's series loss, Raza's individual brilliance stood out, highlighted by back-to-back half-centuries and impactful bowling.

Afghanistan’s rise from ICC’s lower divisions to Asia’s No. 2 white-ball team is cricket’s most remarkable story of the last decade. From inspiring World Cup campaigns to a T20 semifinal run, they’ve surpassed Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh, uniting a nation through hope, resilience, and a fearless brand of cricket.

Afghanistan announced their 17-member squad for the Asia Cup 2025, with Rashid Khan captaining the team. Naveen-ul-Haq returns, bolstering the pace attack alongside Fazalhaq Farooqi and others. The squad blends experienced players like Mohammad Nabi and Gulbadin Naib with promising talents, aiming to challenge established teams and make a significant impact in the tournament.