Champions Trophy 2025: A look at Afghanistan's jersey for the tournament

Making their debut in the ICC Champions Trophy, Afghanistan would surely be one of the happiest sides in the tournament. This tournament is their first does not mean they are going to take it lightly or that other teams would be taking them lightly as they have already shown the world what they are capable of.

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The men's cricket team's uniform, "inspired by the heritage of historic Jam Minaret," was unveiled by the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) on Thursday, January 30, in preparation for their inaugural participation in the ICC Champions Trophy. 

The ACB was thrilled to unveil their new uniform for the competition on social media, marking their first-ever participation in the eight-team ICC tournament, which is returning after eight years.

The Jam Minaret, which is 65 meters high and 9 meters in diameter, has stood for about 800 years. The jersey's geometric designs were influenced by the iconic Jam Minaret. 

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Standing tall in Ghor Province, this minaret represents the history of Afghanistan. The beauty of the Naskh calligraphy incorporated into the design was emphasized by the ACB. These components give the jersey its individuality and significance.

The athletes from Afghanistan will proudly don this jersey. It stands for solidarity and resolve. During the competition, the team hopes to shine internationally. Supporters hope that wearing this jersey will motivate them to give their best effort.

The Afghanistan Cricket Board's (ACB) official social media accounts posted a video in which Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi, and other players posed with the jersey.

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The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) announced the tournament's 15-player roster earlier this month. Fazalhaq Farooqi, Ibrahim Zadran, Azmatullah Omarzai, and their magician spinner Rashid Khan are among the contemporary white-ball talents on the team, which is captained by Hashmatullah Shahidi.

Afghanistan's cricket team is grouped with South Africa, England, and Australia. On February 21, they will meet South Africa in the tournament's opening encounter at Karachi's National Stadium. Their campaign will continue in Lahore with games against Australia on February 28 and England on February 26.

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