A traditional stone-throwing competition featuring 35 athletes was held in Mahmood Raqi, aimed at promoting local sports and community unity. Kapisa | By Eftikhar Alam A one-day stone-throwing tournament was held in Kapisa province…
The International Badminton Open 2025 in Kabul ended after a week of competition among athletes from Uzbekistan, Syria, Iran and Afghanistan, with Uzbek players securing top honours in both singles and doubles. Kabul |…
A modern gymnasium funded by engineer Hafizullah Yousfi has been inaugurated in Pul-e-Alam, with a seating capacity of 1,000 spectators, marking a major investment in Logar’s sports infrastructure. Pul-e-Alam, Logar | Taieb Khatizwal A…
Pathum Nissanka’s authoritative 81 and Azmatullah Omarzai’s all-round impact guided the Gulf Giants to a commanding six-wicket victory over MI Emirates in their ILT20 season opener. UAE | By Taieb Khatizwal The Gulf Giants…
Afghanistan star Rashid Khan joins MI Emirates for the ILT20 season, stepping in for the injured Jordan Thompson, but will only be available until December 20 before returning to SA20 duties. UAE | By…
Saudi Arabia Eye Second Win as Oman Face Do-or-Die Test in Arab Cup Group B Saudi Arabia looks to build on their opening-day momentum against Comoros, while Oman face a must-win showdown with Morocco…
With foreign competitors, strict officiating, and live nationwide broadcasts, Buzkashi is stepping into a new era that could redefine Afghanistan’s sporting identity. Riding Into the Future: Inside Afghanistan’s New Era of Buzkashi By Sayer…
Afghanistan has opened the International Badminton Open 2025 in Kabul, welcoming athletes from Uzbekistan, Syria and Iran for a week-long multinational tournament. Kabul | By Sayer Zaland The International Badminton Open 2025 began in…
South Africa completed a record 359-run chase to defeat India by four wickets and level the ODI series 1–1 in Visakhapatnam. Helmand| By Sayed Nabi Hamdard South Africa pulled off a four-wicket win over…
FIFA has announced an extraordinary cross-sport line-up to support Rio Ferdinand and Samantha Johnson at the Final Draw for the expanded 48-team FIFA World Cup 2026 in Washington, DC. Washington, DC | By Sayer…
A one-day district race in Daikundi showcased community-driven sport at a time when local engagement has become essential for athletic development. Daikundi | Hazrat Mir Rafiq A one-day running competition in Daikundi’s Kajrān district…
A one-night Kuresh tournament in Balkh’s Shortepa district offered a rare display of continuity and community strength at a time when Afghanistan’s sporting structures remain under strain. Mazar-e-Sharif | By Sara Amiri In a…
Former ASJF President Sayer Zaland addresses delegates during the opening of the federation’s Second Annual Congress in Kabul in 2017.
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