In a historic development for Afghan cricket, the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has announced that Afghanistan will host New Zealand and South Africa for the first time on home soil. This landmark event marks a significant milestone in Afghanistan's cricketing journey, showcasing their growth and establishment as a formidable force in international cricket. The ACB shared the news through a heartfelt video on social media, highlighting this momentous occasion.

Afghanistan, once considered a amateure ricket nation, has steadily risen through the ranks to become a respected team on the world stage. Hosting cricketing powerhouses like New Zealand and South Africa at home is a testament to their progress. These series will be the first time that these top-tier teams will tour Afghanistan, and they are expected to bring excitement and attention to the country, not only for cricket fans but also for the nation as a whole.

The ACB's announcement video, shared across various social media platforms, featured emotional clips of Afghanistan's cricketing achievements and their heartfelt message: “Our hearts are deeply attached to our beloved Afghanistan, and this time, we shine brighter than ever as we are set to host two world-class teams for the first time in our cricketing history.🏏Together, let’s make our nation proud! 🤩 #AFGvNZ #AFGvSA.”

Initially, Afghanistan and New Zealand were slated to play a one-off Test match in Noida, India. However, with the recent developments, there is a strong possibility that this match will now take place in Kabul.

Additionally, Afghanistan will face South Africa in a historic One Day International (ODI) series, marking the first-ever bilateral series between the two nations.