Afghanistan: 'We will rise again'
Afghanistan bowler Naveen-ul-Haq discusses the ongoing situation in his home country and what the future holds for the national team.
Afghanistan bowler Naveen-ul-Haq discusses the ongoing political situation in his home country, what the future holds for the national team and whether they will compete at the Twenty20 World Cup in October.
We hear how the Afghan Cricket Association, which normally supports players in the UK, has redirected its efforts to providing emergency aid.
Plus, we reflect on India’s win over England in the second Test, discuss the T20 World Cup draw and look ahead to the final Test between West Indies and Pakistan, after a thrilling first victory for the home side.
Photo: Captain Naveen Ul Haq of Afghanistan and his team mates line up for their national anthem prior to the ICC U19 Cricket World Cup match between New Zealand and Afghanistan at Hagley Oval on January 25, 2018 in Christchurch, New Zealand
Credit: Getty Images
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