India, Feb. 27 -- Afghanistan's remarkable eight-run victory over England in the Champions Trophy 2025 was not just a reminder of their rapidly rising stature, but also the impact of their coaching setup. Head coach Jonathan Trott has played a crucial role in transforming Afghanistan into a formidable force, and the arrival of mentor Younis Khan has further instilled belief in the Afghanistan players in Pakistan conditions.

Trott took over as Afghanistan's head coach in 2022, and his tenure has been marked by significant wins on the global stage. In his helm, Afghanistan defeated England, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka in the 2023 ODI World Cup, a campaign that saw them narrowly miss out on a semi-final berth.

Their consistency carried into th...