The decision was taken after Pakistan carried out airstrikes in Afghanistan's Paktika province, which reportedly killed 10 people, including three Afghan cricketers.
According to Afghan media reports, the attack took place in the Argun and Barmal districts of Paktika province, where Pakistan allegedly carried out airstrikes targeting militants. However, local sources say several innocent civilians were killed in the attacks.
The players were reportedly returning to their hometown of Argun after playing a friendly match in Sharana, the capital of Paktika, when they were attacked.
“In this heartbreaking incident, three players (Kabeer, Sibghatullah and Haroon) alongside 5 other fellow countrymen from Urgun District were martyred, and seven others were injured."
"The ACB considers this a great loss for Afghanistan’s sports community, its athletes, and the cricketing family. The ACB also extends its deepest condolences and solidarity to the bereaved families of the martyrs and to the people of Paktika Province."
"May Allah (SWT) grant the martyrs the highest ranks in Jannah, bless the injured with a speedy recovery, and grant their families patience, reward, and strength during this time of immense grief," the statement concluded.
— Afghanistan Cricket Board (@ACBofficials) October 17, 2025
Pakistan Cricket Board's Reaction
Conflict to have wider consequences in Cricket
This incident is not only likely to bring new tensions to Afghanistan-Pakistan relations but could also have a profound impact on South Asian cricket.
Many cricket analysts believe this move is a "diplomatic message" from the Afghans to Pakistan, making it clear that sports and politics cannot be separated when players' lives are at stake.
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