Afghanistan Cricket Board expresses interest in hosting ACC events

A significant meeting of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) took place in Kuala Lumpur, chaired by ICC President Jay Shah. The meeting focused on several key issues, including the Bangladesh-Afghanistan series, the future of Asian cricket, and various other important matters.

One of the primary topics discussed was the schedule for the Bangladesh-Afghanistan series. With the Bangladesh tour of Afghanistan finalized, it was confirmed that the two teams will face each other in all formats of the game. Positive feedback has been received from Bangladesh regarding the Afghanistan tour, indicating that the series is expected to proceed as planned.

Another highlight of the meeting was the Afghan Cricket Board's expressed interest in hosting ACC events. Additionally, discussions were held about cricket-related matters concerning the 2026 Asian Games.

The meeting also covered the media rights for future ACC tournaments and potential inclusion of new countries in the ACC's activities from 2024 to 2031. The outcomes of this meeting are expected to play a crucial role in shaping the future of cricket in Asia and guiding the implementation of upcoming plans.