Feature stories

April 27, 2026
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Cricket, Feature stories

Afghan Cricketers Meet Cricket Board Leadership Ahead of Big series

Focus on Infrastructure and Domestic Development as Players Review Camp Conditions Kabul | By Niaz Shinwari National cricketers held a meeting with the leadership of the Afghanistan Cricket Board...

April 22, 2026
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Feature stories, Feature stories, News

Kabul Hosts International Traditional Wrestling Festival

Arrival of foreign athletes highlights Afghanistan’s effort to use sport as a platform for regional engagement and international outreach Kabul | By Sara Amiri AIPS Member Foreign athletes and...

April 15, 2026
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Feature stories, Olympics

Afghan Ju-Jitsu Athletes Depart for Asian Games in China

Small Afghan delegation heads to China for Asian competition, aiming to gain exposure on the continental stage. KABUL | By Taieb Khatizwal Afghanistan’s national athletes in Ju-Jitsu and Pahlwani...

April 15, 2026
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Feature stories, Olympics

Kabul Hosts 2026 Badminton Championship Tournament

Over 100 athletes compete across five age categories as Kabul stages a major national badminton event with international presence. KABUL | By Sara Amiri The 2026 Kabul Badminton Championship...

April 3, 2026
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Feature stories, News

Alleged AFC Ties Fuel Controversy in Afghan Football Leadership

Critics suggest Yousuf Kargar leverages support from AFC Deputy Secretary-General Waheed Kardani to consolidate control over Afghanistan football, fueling ongoing tensions and financial disputes. Kabul | by ASJFNesw Desk...

April 3, 2026
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Cricket, Feature stories

Rohit-Kohli Future in Focus: Yuvraj Calls for World Cup 2027 Roadmap

Former India all-rounder stresses transparent communication for Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli as team management plans for the 2027 ODI World Cup. New Delhi | by Sayer Zaland As...

March 31, 2026
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Cricket, Feature stories

Afghan Stars Shine as IPL 2026 Kicks Off

Rashid Khan leads the Afghan contingent, aiming to extend his record T20 wickets, joined by Noor Ahmad, Azmatullah Omarzai, and E.M. Ghazanfar in this year’s IPL. London | By...

March 31, 2026
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Feature stories, News

Climbers Halt Ascent of Shah Folad Peak Amid Harsh Conditions

Kandahar-based team reaches 5,140 meters before forced retreat due to heavy snow BAMYAN | By Farzana Momand A mountaineering team from Kandahar was forced to abandon its ascent of...

February 26, 2026
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Feature stories, Feature stories, International

Record Engagement, Efficient Delivery, World-Class Performance | Milano Cortina

The Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics delivered record global engagement, historic athletic performances, and the most gender-balanced Winter Games to date, with nearly 2,900 athletes competing across 116 medal...

February 11, 2026
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Feature stories, Olympics

Amina Sadat Earns International Kickboxing Certification

Afghan woman martial arts coach secures WAKO-certified coaching license, breaking barriers for women in combat sports. Germany | Bahareh Rahimi Amina Sadat Mohammadi, an Afghan martial arts coach, has...