Zainullah Ihsan: Afghan-origin fast bowler to play for Scotland in T20 World Cup

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News18•27-01-2026, 11:13
Zainullah Ihsan: Afghan-origin fast bowler to play for Scotland in T20 World Cup
- •Scotland secured a last-minute entry into the T20 World Cup after Bangladesh's withdrawal due to security concerns in India.
- •The tournament, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, begins on February 7.
- •Zainullah Ihsan, an Afghan-born fast bowler, is among the 15 players selected for Scotland's squad, making his debut.
- •Richie Berrington will captain the team, which includes 11 players from the previous T20 World Cup.
- •Scotland replaces Bangladesh in Group C, alongside Italy, West Indies, England, and Nepal.
Why It Matters: Afghan-origin fast bowler Zainullah Ihsan will debut for Scotland in the T20 World Cup after a last-minute entry.
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