At age 19, Afghanistan's Rashid Khan set to become youngest captain in history!

Rashid Khan

At 19 years of age, highly-rated Afghanistan leg-spinner Rashid Khan is set to become the youngest captain in the history of international cricket. The World's No.1 ODI and Twenty20I bowler, Rashid will lead Afghanistan after regular skipper Asghar Stanikzai was diagnosed with appendicitis.

"The doctors have advised that he will be able to return to cricket in approximately 10 days. Current vice-captain Rashid Khan will lead the team in his absence," Afghan Cricket Board said. Afghanistan travel to Bulawayo for the group-stage matches of the ICC World Cup Qualifier.

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