Published on, Sept. 15 -- September 15, 2025 5:32 PM

Afghanistan cricket team suffered a major setback as fast bowler Naveen-ul-Haq was ruled out of the Asia Cup. The Afghanistan Cricket Board announced that Naveen-ul-Haq has not fully recovered from a shoulder injury. Medical staff confirmed he is not fit to play in the remaining matches of the tournament. Therefore, he will miss the crucial games ahead.

To aid his recovery, Naveen-ul-Haq will travel to England for full fitness and rehabilitation. The Afghan board emphasized this decision was necessary for his long-term health. Meanwhile, the team named fast bowler Abdullah Ahmadzai as his replacement in the squad. This move aims to keep the team competitive during the Asia Cup.

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