Shahidi Steps Down as Afghanistan ODI Skipper but Available for Ireland Series
Shahidi said he will remain available as a player after leading Afghanistan in 55 ODIs and major tournaments, including the 2023 World Cup.
- On Wednesday, Hashmatullah Shahidi announced his resignation as Afghanistan's One Day International captain, citing a personal decision. The 31-year-old will remain available for selection as a player in the 50-over format.
- Shahidi led Afghanistan in 55 ODIs from January 2022, including the 2023 World Cup. His tenure featured notable wins over England, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and the Netherlands.
- In addition to his ODI record, the left-handed batter scored more than 2600 runs in 96 ODIs, including 80 off 88 balls against India. He remains the captain of Afghanistan's Test side.
- Ahead of the five-match ODI series against Ireland, The Afghanistan Cricket Board has not yet named a successor. Shahidi will continue to be available for ODI selection as a player.
- "All these achievements are not just mine, but also the result of the teamwork, sacrifices and coordination of the entire team," Shahidi said, thanking officials and players for their support.
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Afghanistan captain Hashmatullah Shahidi has resigned as captain of the ODI team. The 31-year-old batsman described it as a personal decision and clarified that he remains available for selection as a player. Under his leadership, Afghanistan performed brilliantly in the 2023 ODI World Cup, defeating several major teams. A new captain will be announced before the Ireland series.
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Afghanistan's seasoned batter Hashmatullah Shahidi steps down as captain in ODIs but will be available for Ireland series next month. The 31- year old Afghan took the charge in 2022 and led the team in the 2023 ODI World Cup and 2025 ICC Champions Trophy. He oversaw a memorable ODI campaign, guiding Afghanistan to wins over England, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and the Netherlands at the 2023 World Cup in India
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