Afghanistan has announced its 15-member squad for the ICC Under-19 World Cup 2026, led by Mahboob Khan. The team includes talented players like Wahidullah Zadran, Uzairullah Niazai, and Khalid Ahmadzai. Afghanistan secured its spot in the tournament by winning the Asia Qualifier last year, finishing ahead of Nepal on net run rate. Afghanistan's U19 World Cup Squad: Batsmen: Khalid Ahmadzai, Osman Sadat, Faisal Khan, Uzairullah Niazai, Aziz Mia Khil All-rounders: Mahboob Khan (c), Khatir Stanikzai, Abdul Aziz, Salam Khan, Rohullah Arab Bowlers: Nooristani Ormazi, Wahidullah Zadran, Zaitullah Shaheen, Hafieez Zadran Afghanistan is placed in Group D, facing South Africa, West Indies, and Tanzania. Their group-stage matches are scheduled for January 16, 18, and 21 in Windhoek.