Afghanistan Cricket Board Appoints Younis Khan as Mentor for ICC Champions Trophy 2025
In a significant move, the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has appointed former Pakistani cricketer Younis Khan as the mentor for the Afghanistan national team ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. This development is expected to bring a wealth of experience and expertise to the Afghan team, which has been making steady progress in international cricket.
Younis Khan, widely regarded as one of the greatest batsmen in Pakistan’s cricket history, has been a legendary figure in the game. With a career spanning over two decades, he has played 118 Tests, 265 ODIs, and 25 T20Is, scoring over 17,000 runs at an average of 52.05. His impressive record includes 10,099 runs in Tests, which is the highest by a Pakistani batsman.
The 44-year-old former cricketer has also been an excellent leader, serving as the captain of the Pakistan Test team from 2009 to 2010. His experience and leadership skills are expected to be invaluable assets for the Afghan team, which is looking to make a deeper impact in international cricket.
ACB’s decision to appoint Younis Khan as the mentor for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is seen as a significant boost for the team. The tournament, which is scheduled to take place in 2025, will feature the top eight teams in the ICC ODI rankings, and Afghanistan will be looking to make a strong impression.
"Younis Khan is a legend of the game, and we are thrilled to have him on board as our mentor for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025," said Hamid Shinwari, the ACB’s chairman. "His experience and expertise will be invaluable in helping our team prepare for the tournament and achieve success."
Under Younis Khan’s guidance, the Afghan team is expected to focus on improving its batting and bowling skills, as well as its overall team strategy. The team has shown promise in recent years, with notable performances in the ICC World Cup 2019 and the Asia Cup 2020.
Younis Khan’s appointment is also seen as a sign of the growing cricketing ties between Pakistan and Afghanistan. The two countries have a long history of cricketing relations, and Younis Khan’s involvement with the Afghan team is expected to further strengthen these ties.
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will be a major test for the Afghan team, but with Younis Khan at the helm, they will be well-equipped to face the challenge. The team’s fans will be eagerly waiting to see how they perform under the guidance of this cricketing legend.
