Mumtaz Omarzai

Mumtaz Omazai, Afghanistan Cricket Board’s Facility and Turf Management Department’s Manager

Mumtaz Omarzai serves as the Manager of the Facility and Turf Management Department at the Afghanistan Cricket Board. Born on April 18, 1980, in Maidan Wardak province, he holds a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from Kabul University and brings over 20 years of experience from various organizations to his current role.

As department manager, Omarzai oversees the planning, design, cost estimation, and re-estimation, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and handover of ACB construction projects. His leadership extends to the restoration and construction of pitches, grass cultivation and maintenance, revenue generation from grounds and academies, and the management of ground staff, including curators, academy controllers, and general support teams.

Under his direction, the department has successfully delivered key projects across multiple provinces. His notable accomplishments include the construction of Najibullah Taraki Cricket Ground, the decoration and maintenance of the Fitness & Rehab Centers at Kabul Cricket Ground, the complete construction of Laghman Cricket Ground, the Kandahar Cricket Academy, the second phase of the Paktika Cricket Ground, and additional grounds in Logar, Maidan Wardak, Helmand, and Balkh provinces. The construction of cricket academies in Khost, Ghazni, and Paktia provinces, as well as the expansion of the Rahmat Wali Masroor Cricket Ground in Khost province, highlight the department’s broad impact.

Omarzai played a pivotal role in shaping the country's sports infrastructure. His work goes beyond building stadiums, facilities, and engineering; it creates foundations of hope and opportunities for thousands of young cricketers, which fosters the growth and future of cricket in the country.

Mr. Omarzai regards his ACB career as both a proud and rewarding experience. He believes that the working environment at the ACB is professional, motivating, and dynamic and provides employees with opportunities to grow and showcase their skills. Through his work at ACB, he believes employees not only develop new skills and gain global exposure but also contribute significantly to promoting cricket in Afghanistan.