5 reasons why Afghanistan deserve Test status

#1 A well-administered cricket board

The board has promoted the sport quite brilliantly in the nation

Cricketers win games for a nation but the development of the game lies in the hands of the administrators.

Sri Lanka and West Indies have shown how, despite having strong teams, cricket suffers considerably due to bad management by the boards.

Afghanistan Cricket Board, on the contrary, is functioning smoothly and has strived hard to promote the game in the nation. Strong support from the Afghan president has helped in removing barriers and maintaining high standards.

The board has successfully organised various cricket tournaments in the country which has increased the popularity of the game and has also helped create a platform for youngsters.

In 2010, the Afghanistan Cricket Board formed a women’s team as well which reflects its vision and approach towards the game. It also strengthened its ties with BCCI to ensure rapid development of the game in the nation.

This efficient cricket body and its proper functioning ensure that Afghanistan cricket is in safe hands.