ACB Name Asadullah Khan as New Chief Selector, Acknowledges Noorulhaq Malikzai's Contributions

Kabul, June 12, 2023: The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) is pleased to announce the appointment of Asadullah Khan as the new Chief Selector, replacing Noorulhaq Malikzai who stepped down due to family reasons. Mr. Khan, a former acting CEO of the ACB, brings extensive experience and a deep understanding of cricket to his new role.

Having previously served in various leadership positions within ACB, including acting CEO, chief selector, and video analyst, Asadullah Khan has demonstrated his commitment and dedication to Afghan cricket. In addition, he is a level-three certified coach and has also served as the Cricket Director of the Qatar Cricket Association. His proven track record and familiarity with the players make him well-suited to lead the selection committee.

The selection committee structure will now comprise Asadullah Khan as the chief selector, supported by members Noorulhaq Malikzai as National Selection Member, and members Mir Mubariz, and Ahmad Shah. Taj Malik Alam and Mohammad Khan Zadran will continue their roles as domestic selectors, ensuring a comprehensive and balanced selection process.

Expressing his gratitude for the opportunity, Asadullah Khan stated, "I am honored to be entrusted with the responsibility of heading the selection committee of players. ACB is not a new organization for me as I have rich experience working for this great organization in the past. I am committed to identifying talented players and providing them with opportunities to represent our country and achieve success on the international stage."

Mr. Mirwais Ashraf, Chairman of the Afghanistan Cricket Board, commended Noorulhaq Malikzai's admirable performance during his tenure as the head of the selection committee. He acknowledged Malikzai's efforts in selecting talented players for the national team and nurturing young talent. Mr. Ashraf also extended his congratulations to Asadullah Khan and expressed his confidence in his ability to lead the selection committee, emphasizing the importance of securing victories in international matches and bringing glory to Afghanistan.

In addition, Noorulhaq Malikzai expressed his appreciation for the support and belief shown by the ACB leadership throughout his tenure. He stated, "It has been a privilege to serve as the head of the selection committee for the esteemed Afghanistan Cricket Board. Due to personal and family commitments, I am unable to continue in this significant position. I have requested to continue my association with ACB as a member of the committee, and I am committed to providing my utmost cooperation to Mr. Asadullah Khan and the board."

Noorulhaq Malikzai, a former captain of the Afghan team in the Under-19 World Cup, has played a significant role in his cricket career, featuring in 18 first-class, 13 List A, and 8 T20 matches. His leadership as the head of the selection committee has resulted in the selection of successful teams for various international and domestic competitions.