Team guideNov 6, 20264 min read
Afghanistan Cricket Team: History, Home Grounds and How to Follow Them Live
Afghanistan have gone from associate level to the top of world cricket in a short time.
Who they are
Afghanistan are known for world class spinners and fearless batting. They have beaten several top sides in recent years.
Governing body and nickname
Afghanistan is run by the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB). The team is often called the Afghan Atalan.
Home grounds
Afghanistan have often played home matches in the UAE and India because of security and facilities. New grounds in Afghanistan are being developed.
Major titles
Afghanistan reached the semi finals of the 2024 T20 World Cup, their best result in a major tournament.
What to watch for
Watch the spin attack in the middle overs and the big hitters at the top of the order.
How to follow them live
When Afghanistan play, the match appears on the Crease live page with ball by ball updates, the scorecard and the result as soon as it is final. Check the schedule page for the next fixture and the results page for the last one. Squads and records change, so confirm the latest on the official board site.
Quick answers
Who runs the Afghanistan cricket team?
the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) runs it.
When did Afghanistan play their first Test?
Afghanistan played their first Test in 2018 against India, after being granted Test status in 2017.
Where can I follow Afghanistan live scores?
On Crease, open the live page or the schedule page when a Afghanistan match is on. Scores update every few seconds.