Afghanistan Recalls Naveen, Naib for T20 World Cup 2026; Rashid Khan to Lead

• Afghanistan announced its 15-member squad for the T20 World Cup 2026, to be held in India and Sri Lanka from February 7.
• Pacer Naveen-ul-Haq and all-rounder Gulbadin Naib have been recalled to the squad.
• Star spinner Rashid Khan will captain the team, with Ibrahim Zadran as his deputy.
• The squad also includes Mujeeb Ur Rahman and Fazalhaq Farooqi, with AM Ghazanfar in reserves.
• Afghanistan, semifinalists in T20 World Cup 2024, will open their campaign against New Zealand on February 8 in Chennai.

Why It Matters: Afghanistan strengthens T20 World Cup 2026 squad with key recalls and Rashid Khan's leadership.