From now on, all the international teams who will be touring to India will now play one practice game against Afghanistan, an arrangement which will constantly provide international exposure to the team from the strife-torn nation. BCCI’s acting secretary Amitabh Choudhary made the announcement of the same during his visit in Kabul, according to Afghanistan Cricket Board.
Choudhary is in Kabul to discuss the bilateral cricketing relation between the two countries.

India will host Afghanistan in their historic first-ever Test match in Bengaluru from June 14-18. Choudhary said it will be a vital addition as it will help increase the morale and also upgrade the skills of players.

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Talking on the same line, ACB chairman Atif Mashal said: “Afghanistan is now a full member of ICC and we also enjoy cordial relations with BCCI which will be further strengthened as we strive to work together to further develop the game in the country.”

Choudhary said: “It is an honor to be here in Kabul being invited by Mr. President (Mashal). It is a privilege for us to be playing Afghanistan in their historic first Test match as we did not want to let go of this opportunity. Cricket will further strengthen ties between the two countries and deliver a message of peace. Afghan players are well known and loved in India because of their participation in IPL which will increase in the coming years.”

Mashal, on his part, also thanked BCCI for providing a second stadium for Afghanistan’s home games in Dehradun besides the one at Greater Noida. The associate national will “host” Bangladesh in a three-match T20 series at their adopted home in Dehradun.