Kabul - August 22, 2026: The ninth edition of the e& Presents – Ahmad Shah Abdali First Class Tournament 2026, powered by Super Cola, begins on August 29, 2026. The event features four teams competing in a double round-robin format from August 29 to October 8 across Khost and Nangarhar provinces.
The tournament kicks off with the defending champions Maiwand Champions
taking on the Mahipar Stars on August 29 at the Ghazi Amanullah Khan Cricket
Ground. The other two teams, Hindukush Strikers and the Pamir Legends, will also
compete for the title. A total of 13 matches will be played across 41 days,
with the final scheduled to begin on October 4.
This year's tournament will showcase national-level players and
top-performing domestic talents, which will help the ACB provide more exposure
and excellent playing opportunities for young and emerging cricketers.
As a significant part of Afghanistan's domestic cricket structure, the e&
Presents – Ahmad Shah Abdali First Class Tournament 2025, powered by Super
Cola, contributes to player development and the Red-ball form of the
game in the country.
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For further information, please contact:
Commercial
Department
Afghanistan
Cricket Board (ACB)
Email: Marketing@Afghancricket.af
Website: www.acb.af