'It's about all the girls in Afghanistan': Cricketers play for recognition
The Afghanistan women's cricket team, led by Benafsha Hashimi, is traveling to England for a series of matches aimed at gaining recognition from the International Cricket Council. With the Taliban restricting women's rights, the team hopes increased visibility will provide hope for girls in Afghanistan. Their tour coincides with crucial ICC decisions regarding official recognition.
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Published 20 Jun 2026, 22:10 UTC · Updated 20 Jun 2026, 22:20 UTC
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