With exceptional magnificence, Afghanistan defeated a formidable opponent, England, on February 26, 2025, for a remarkable achievement in the Champions Trophy.
As Afghan cricket climbs to new heights, their demand by the whole world spirals high like never before in recent years. With the impending IPL 2025 season, several Afghan cricketers have found some space in different franchises and are ready to exhibit their gallant skills. Here is the brief about these players and the roles they are likely to play.
As an indispensable cog in the wheel of the Gujarat Titans, Rashid Khan continues to be the bowling spearhead of the side. Known for his devious leg-spin and googlies, he constantly poses challenges to even the most experienced of batsmen.
Promising left-arm wrist-spinner Noor Ahmad made his top placement among the greats. After being among the stars of Gujarat Titans, he was sold for Rs 10 crore to the Chennai Super Kings.
Mujeeb Ur Rahman steps in for fellow Afghan spinner Allah Ghazanfar in the Mumbai Indians in light of Ghazanfar’s spinal injury.
Azmatullah Omarzai, who put on a scintillating display for Afghanistan against England, is set to wear the Punjab Kings jersey in IPL 2025. The all-rounder was acquired by PBKS for 2.40 crore.
The hard-hitting Afghan batter Rahmanullah Gurbaz was signed anew by KKR after being part of the winning squad in IPL 2024.
After a brilliant season with SRH last year, Fazalhaq Farooqi has been sold for a price of 4 crores to Rajasthan Royals.
The Gujarat Titans bagged all-rounder Karim Janat for 75 lakh.
Here is the complete list of IPL Auction 2025. Afghan players that went unsold in IPL 2025 include Naveen-ul-Haq, Waqar Salamkheil, Gulbadin Naib, Mohammad Nabi, Sediqullah Atal, Nangeyaliq Kharote, and Zahir Khan.
