Afghanistan veteran all-rounder Mohammad Nabi has his sights set on the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025 in Pakistan, as the 39-year-old wishes to see his in-form side lay hands on a major trophy at senior level.
Afghanistan's rise in cricket over the past 12 months has been rapid, and the Asian side are no more minnows, and are counted amongst the world-beaters. ODI series victory over South Africa and Bangladesh further solidifies their case for being counted amongst the favourites for ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
"Yes, I had that thing in my mind of retirement since the last ODI World Cup but we qualified for the Champions Trophy now so I think if we play one Champions Trophy, it will be better for me. Well I just provide small small contributions in the dressing room. I try to help the youngsters especially Ghazanfar, it will help him a lot and I am always there for the youngsters," said Mohammad Nabi, during the post-match presentation ceremony, after being awarded the Player of the series against Bangladesh.
"No, in the last series against South Africa, I did not do well with the bat. I worked harder and wanted to do better with the bat in this series. Really happy to perform well for my team. Yeah, I just spoke with Omarzai that just look for singles. Watch the ball closely and the boundary will come," he added.
Rahmanullah Gurbaz Extends His Own Record With Ton Vs Bangladesh
2024 has surely been the 'statement' year of Rahmanullah Gurbaz in the world of cricket. Chasing a target of 245 on a tough and sluggish surface of Sharjah Cricket Ground, which is known to be a 'graveyard' for sides chasing in the ODI's, the wicket-keeper batsman from Afghanistan showed true class and grit, as his 8th ODI ton resulted in a series victory for Afghanistan against Bangladesh.
With his latest ODI ton, the right-handed batsman extends his record of most ODI tons for the country, and has now scored his 3rd ODI ton of the year.
Most ODI Tons For Afghanistan
| Player | Centuries |
| Rahmanullah Gurbaz | 8 |
| Mohammad Shahzad | 6 |
| Rahmat Shah | 5 |
| Ibrahim Zadran | 5 |