The Taliban have ordered a ban on smartphone use for government officials, citing concerns over productivity and leaks. The directive, issued by military courts, mandates phone destruction and legal punishment for violators. Analysts suggest this could foreshadow broader restrictions on the general population.
India captain Shubman Gill scored a scintillating 154 against Afghanistan in the second ODI, revealing he had a double century in his sights. He aims to bat deep and convert starts into match-defining scores, enjoying a strong phase in his career.
Shubman Gill and Ishan Kishan forged a 224-run partnership in the second ODI against Afghanistan in Lucknow. Gill scored 154 and Kishan 125, showcasing a potent left-right batting combination that could define India's strategy for the 2027 ODI World Cup.
Shubman Gill and Ishan Kishan forged a 224-run partnership in the second ODI against Afghanistan in Lucknow. Gill scored 154 and Kishan 125, showcasing a potent left-right batting combination that could shape India's strategy for the 2027 ODI World Cup.
Shubman Gill achieved his 1,000th ODI run in 954 balls, surpassing MS Dhoni's record of 955 balls. He scored 154 runs off 110 balls in the second ODI against Afghanistan, forming a 224-run partnership with Ishan Kishan.
Pacer Gurnoor Brar, who impressed with three-wicket hauls in his first two ODIs for India, credits the India A structure and domestic cricket for his development. He emphasizes consistency in preparation and learning from experienced players.
Die Taliban-Führung Afghanistans hat afghanischen Regierungsbeamten das Abschalten ihrer Smartphones befohlen. Laut einem Schreiben des Obersten Gerichtshofs gilt das Verbot ab dem 17. Juni. Verstöße können zu Entlassungen oder Haftstrafen führen.
Shubman Gill scored 154 and Ishan Kishan hit an unbeaten 100 as India beat Afghanistan by 170 runs in the second ODI in Lucknow to seal the three-match series 2-0. India posted 402/8, with Gill and Kishan sharing a 224-run partnership.
Afghanistan's government employees are reportedly banned from using smartphones following an order from Supreme Leader Hibatullah Akhundzada. The ban, effective June 17, aims to restrict communication channels, with violations potentially leading to job termination or imprisonment.
A letter bearing the Supreme Court's emblem, announcing a ban on smartphones for all government employees effective June 17, circulated on social media. The Supreme Court has not commented, and government departments continue to use WhatsApp.
Prince Yadav's dream ODI debut wicket was overturned due to a marginal no-ball call, despite claiming Rahmanullah Gurbaz's catch. India posted 402, led by Shubman Gill's 154 and Ishan Kishan's 125, before Afghanistan's chase began.
Prince Yadav's ODI debut saw him take a wicket, only for it to be overturned by a no-ball. India posted 402/all out, with centuries from Shubman Gill and Ishan Kishan, before Afghanistan's chase began.
Teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi produced a stunning catch for India A in their 101-run victory over Afghanistan A in the Tri-Nation Series. The 15-year-old's athletic brilliance helped secure a breakthrough and contributed to India A's dominant performance, securing their place in the final.
India A secured a dominant 101-run victory over Afghanistan A in Dambulla to advance to the Tri-Nation A Series final. Half-centuries from Priyansh Arya, Tilak Varma, and Kumar Kushagra propelled India A to 319/9, before Nishant Sindhu's four-wicket haul restricted Afghanistan A to 218.
Shreyas Iyer achieved a significant ODI milestone, becoming the joint second-fastest Indian to reach 3,000 runs in his 72nd innings. He also ranks third fastest by balls faced. This occurred during India's second ODI against Afghanistan in Lucknow.
Ishan Kishan scored a rapid 71-ball century against Afghanistan in Lucknow, marking the third-fastest ODI hundred against the team. Shubman Gill also hit a century in the same match, making it the first time two Indian batters scored centuries in under 80 balls in an innings.
Wicketkeeper-batter Kumar Kushagra scored a composed 58 off 67 balls for India A against Afghanistan A in the Tri-Nation A Series in Dambulla. His valuable knock helped India A post 319/8.
India faces an injury setback as all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy is out of the second ODI against Afghanistan due to a sore left thigh. Captain Shubman Gill confirmed the team will field only five bowlers, while Afghanistan also deals with fitness issues, missing Mohammad Nabi and Azmatullah Omarzai.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi scored 38 runs off 28 balls for India A against Afghanistan A in a Tri-Nation A Series match, surviving a controversial early dismissal and a dropped catch, before being caught in the 8th over.
India vs Afghanistan cricket match highlights: Gurnoor Brar took 3 wickets, including a yorker to dismiss Mohammad Saleem. Ishan Kishan and Rahmat Shah sustained injuries. Afghanistan's chase was deemed beyond reach.
India is dominating Afghanistan in an ODI match, reaching 371/6 after 44.3 overs. Shubman Gill scored 154, and Shreyas Iyer reached 3000 ODI runs. India aims for over 400 runs as Afghanistan struggles to take wickets.
India leads Afghanistan 1-0 in a three-match ODI series and aims to secure the contest in the second match in Lucknow. Captain Shubman Gill emphasizes experimentation for the 2027 ODI World Cup, with potential changes including Kuldeep Yadav and Yashasvi Jaiswal in the playing XI.
India's Shubman Gill won the toss and chose to bowl first against Afghanistan in Lucknow. Afghanistan started with spin, with A.M. Ghazanfar bowling the first over to Yashasvi Jaiswal. India made three changes, including a debut for Prince Yadav, while Afghanistan had two debutants and missed key players due to illness and injury.
India is on the verge of victory against Afghanistan in a cricket match. Afghanistan is 230/8 in the 44th over, with Mohammad Saleem dismissed by Gurnoor Brar. Key players Rahmat Shah and Ishan Kishan have sustained injuries.
