A brilliant father-son moment took place between the veteran Afghanistan all-rounder and the former captain, Mohammad Nabi, and his son, Hassan Eisakhil, during the eighth encounter of the Shpageeza Cricket League 2025 in Kabul on July 22. The latter smashed his father for a huge six during the first innings of the game for Amo Sharks.

The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has shared a video of the moment when the off-spinner bowled a juicy delivery to the batter, who used all his power to send the ball into the stands. After hitting the shot, the right-handed batter walked up to the bowler and gave him a bright smile. It was just how a son would have reacted after hitting his father out of the park in the domestic T20 league.

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The video also showed Hassan pulling the fast bowlers and the other spinners putting into the boundaries to celebrate a fine half-century as he raised his bat to soak up the applause. A few months ago, Nabi spoke about extending his career as he wanted to play the game with his son at least once.

Watch: Mohammed Nabi’s son nails his father for six in Shpageeza Cricket League 2025

Batting first, Amo Sharks put on 162 runs on the board but failed to play the full 20 overs. Hassan, who opened the batting for the side, smashed 52 runs in 36 balls thanks to five boundaries and two sixes at a strike rate of 144.44. Imran scored 24 runs in 14 balls with three boundaries and one six while Shahidullah got 45 runs in 36 balls.

A Son vs. Father moment, followed by some delightful strokes from Hassan Eisakhil to bring up his half-century. 🤩👏

President @MohammadNabi007 is being clobbered by his son, Hassan Eisakhil, for a huge six! 🙌#Shpageeza | #SCLX | #XBull | #Etisalat | #ASvMAK pic.twitter.com/YmsRmTKeGc

— Afghanistan Cricket Board (@ACBofficials) July 22, 2025

However, there was hardly any contribution from the middle order of the side as they lost their last six wickets for just 29 runs. Naveed Zadran picked up four wickets for 21 runs in as many overs with a maiden. Kahlil Gurbaz returned with figures of 3/33 in four overs.

Mis Ainak Knights looked good to chase the score with over 128 runs in more than 10 overs. Khalid Taniwal drilled 56 runs in 27 balls, shouldering five boundaries and four sixes, while Wafiullah Tarakhil nailed 49 runs in just 21 balls. Till the report was made, they needed just 29 runs in nine overs to win the clash and still had eight wickets in hand.

Hobart Hurricanes have secured one victory and currently hold the third position in the points table. They lost their last match by one run against Rangpur Riders.

On the other hand, Central Stags are struggling in this tournament, having lost both their matches and currently occupy the bottom position in the points table.

CS vs HUR Match Details

Date: July 16th, 2025

Time:  4:30 AM IST

Venue: Providence Stadium, Guyana 

Live Streaming: Fancode  

CS vs HUR Weather Report

Clear weather

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Top Batters CS vs HUR

• Macalister Wright (HUR) - 64 runs in this tournament 

• Ben McDermott (HUR) - 82 runs in this tournament 

• Will Young (CS) - 45 runs in this tournament 

Top Bowler CS vs HUR

• Angus Schaw (HUR) - 5 wickets in this tournament 

• Fabian Allen (HUR) - 5 wickets in this tournament 

• Usama Mir (HUR) - 4 wickets in this tournament 

CS vs HUR Recent Performance

CS vs HUR Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1- If CS bats first

• First Innings score prediction- CS is expected to score 125-130 runs

• Result prediction- HUR will win the match by 6 Wickets.

Scenario 2- If HUR bats first

• First Innings score prediction- HUR is expected to score 155- 160 runs.

• Result prediction- HUR will win the match by 25-30 Runs

CS vs HUR Predicted Playing XI

Hobart Hurricanes (HUR) Playing XI 

Ben McDermott (c & wk), Jake Doran, Macalister Wright, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Nikhil Chaudhary, Mohammad Nabi, Fabian Allen, Odean Smith, Jackson Bird, Billy Stanlake, Usama Mir.

Central Stags (CS) Playing XI

Will Young, Dane Cleaver (wk), Dean Foxcroft, Tom Bruce (c), Josh Clarkson, William Clark, Jayden Lennox, Matthew Forde, Angus Schaw, Ajaz Patel, Blair Tickner.

CS vs HUR Today Match Prediction, Who Will Win the Match?

Hobart Hurricanes To win

We predict that Hobart Hurricanes will be winning this Global Super League T20 match. The likes of Ben McDermott, Macalister Wright, and Fabian Allen will be key players to watch out for.

Both Rangpur Riders and Hobart Hurricanes had an excellent start to the tournament, both winning their opening matches and currently stand in 2nd and 3rd position on the points table, respectively.

Rangpur Riders beat the Guyana Amazon Warriors by 8 runs, while Hobart Hurricanes defeated Dubai Capital by 7 wickets.

HUR vs RAN Match Details

Date: July 13th, 2025

Time:  7:30 PM IST

Venue: Providence Stadium, Guyana 

Live Streaming: Fancode  

HUR vs RAN Weather Report

Clear weather and a nice evening are expected for the game.

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Top Batters HUR vs RAN

• Macalister Wright (HUR) - 50 runs in this tournament 

• Ben McDermott (HUR) - 48 runs in this tournament 

• Kyle Mayers (RAN) - 44 runs in this tournament 

Top Bowler HUR vs RAM

• Khaled Ahmed (RAN) - 4 wickets in this tournament 

• Fabian Allen (HUR) - 3 wickets in this tournament 

• Mohammad Nabi (HUR) - 3 wickets in this tournament 

HIR vs RAN Recent Performance

HUR vs RAN Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1- If HUR bats first

• First Innings score prediction- HUR is expected to score 145-155 runs

• Result prediction- RAN will win the match by 4 Wickets.

Scenario 2- If RAN bats first

• First Innings score prediction- RAN is expected to score 165- 175 runs.

• Result prediction- RAN will win the match by 15-20 Runs

HUR vs RAN Predicted Playing XI

Hobart Hurricanes (HUR) Playing XI 

Ben McDermott (c & wk), Jake Doran, Macalister Wright, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Nikhil Chaudhary, Mohammad Nabi, Fabian Allen, Odean Smith, Jackson Bird, Billy Stanlake, Usama Mir.

Rangpur Riders (RAN) Playing XI

Mahidul Islam Ankon, Soumya Sarkar, Yasir Ali, Saif Hassan, Nurul Hasan (c & wk), Kyle Mayers, Iftikhar Ahmed, Azmatullah Omarzai, Harmeet Singh, Tabraiz Shamsi, Khaled Ahmed.

HUR vs RAN Today Match Prediction, Who Will Win the Match?

Rangpur Riders To win

We predict that Rangpur Riders will be winning this Global Super League T20 match. The likes of Kyle Mayers, Khaled Ahmed, and Iftikhar Ahmed will be key players to watch out for.

The Hobart Hurricanes XI have officially announced their squad for the anticipated 2025 ExxonMobil Guyana Global Super League (GSL), which will run from July 10-18 at the Guyana National Stadium, Providence. The Hurricanes are the defending Big Bash League champions and will enter GSL with momentum and expectations to chase down the GSL trophy and US$1 million in prize money.

With a core of T20 experts, the Hurricanes have put together a group of players who could compete with the best in the Caribbean. Their experience in international T20 leagues makes them one of the most balanced and well-rounded groups going into the week-long tournament in Guyana.

Leading the batting rankings is experienced wicketkeeper-batsman Ben McDermott. With explosive opening and regular runs, McDermott provides international experience from his spells in Australia, England, South Africa, Pakistan, and Bangladesh, in addition to 25 T20I games for Australia. His leadership as an opener will be crucial for the Hurricanes' season.

Key Players and Squad Depth

The bowling department boasts an intimidating pace combination in Jackson Bird, Billy Stanlake, and homeboy Odean Smith. Smith's experience with the Providence conditions, given that he played for the Guyana Amazon Warriors from 2019 through 2023, provides a tactical advantage. Their pace attack is likely to probe opposition batsmen on warm Caribbean surfaces.

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The Hurricanes XI also boasts a strong spin unit. Leg-spinning all-rounder Nikhil Chaudhary is joined by experienced internationals Mohammad Nabi and Mohammad Nawaz. All three play value either batting or bowling, and Hobart's spin resources guarantee control and match-winning pace in the middle overs.

The Hobart Hurricanes XI 2025 GSL team consists of:
Ben McDermott, Billy Stanlake, Nikhil Chaudhary, Jackson Bird, Tim Ward, Jake Doran, Raf MacMillan, Marcus Bean, Mac Wright, Sahibzada Farhan, Mohammad Nawaz, Mohammad Nabi, and Odean Smith.

Hobart Hurricanes Squad for GSL 2025 😅 Captain Nathan Ellis will be Busy with National Duty . pic.twitter.com/800ayMLHuJ

— Junaid Khan (@JunaidKhanation) June 16, 2025

The Afghanistan team that will take part in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 event is studded with players of various experiences. The senior all-rounder Mohammad Nabi, 40 years old, is the oldest player, and conversely, the 20-year-old fast bowler Naveed Zadran is the youngest Afghan cricketer in the prestigious event. The senior all-rounder Mohammad Nabi, aged 40, is the oldest player in the competition, and, in contrast, 20-year-old quick bowler Naveed Zadran is the youngest Afghan cricketer of the event.

Afghanistan's Mohammad Nabi and Naveed Zadran are the oldest and youngest players set to feature in the Champions Trophy 2025.#CT2025 pic.twitter.com/hnZHhBlLVC

— CricTracker (@Cricketracker) February 19, 2025

 Mohammad Nabi: The Veteran Leader
Mohammad Nabi has been the backbone of Afghanistan cricket for a very long time. The all-rounder, a real pro, made his debut in 2009 and, hence, became a key player in Afghanistan's world of international cricket. Among his off-spin technique and lower-order hitting, Nabi’s experience will be a key advantage in games with high stakes. As a leader, he will lead from the front and act as the steadying force to the team as they oppose the heavyweights of the cricket world.

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Naveed Zadran: The Young Sensation
Naveed Zadran, a young fast bowler from Afghanistan, is preparing to kick the ground hard in the tournament. A very young Zadran, only 20 years old, has taken the fastest track so far with the biggest distractions in international cricket, and he also did not miss his spot in the actual squad that was announced after the domestic competition. Not only can he make the ball rise and move, but he can also be a significant factor for Afghanistan, more notably in fast and seaming pitches.

Afghanistan Squad for Champions Trophy:

Nabi's son, Eisakhil, played for Afghanistan in the U19 World Cup 2024 and has already scored 426 runs in 16 T20I matches. Nabi is sure that his son will soon find a place in the senior national team.

Mohammad Nabi dream :

"It's my dream. Hopefully, we can do it. He is doing very well. He is a hard worker, and I am also pushing him to put in the effort," Nabi said prior to the Champions Trophy.
"I want him to decide his own objectives. If you wish to become a top-level cricketer, you must strive. Scoring 50 or 60 won't do-if you must get 100-plus. He's listening and challenging himself every time. Whenever I have conversations with him, I attempt to guide him and boost his confidence," he said.

Mohammad Nabi dreams of playing alongside his son in international cricket for Afghanistan. ♥️🥹#Cricket #Nabi #Afghanistan #ICC pic.twitter.com/NqfYbrZZCx

— Sportskeeda (@Sportskeeda) February 18, 2025

Nabi arrives at the Champions Trophy on the back of a good season in the Bangladesh Premier League, where he assisted Fortune Barishal to win the title in February. He claimed 8 wickets from 11 games and also chipped in with the bat whenever his side required him.

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As a performer under pressure, Nabi will be imperative in Afghanistan's middle order and an integral cog in their spin-bowling ranks, spearheaded by Rashid Khan.
"These may not be my last ODIs. I will likely play fewer ODIs and provide opportunities for youngsters to get experience," Nabi said.
"I've spoken to the senior players. For top-level games, perhaps I will play, perhaps I won't-we'll see. It will be based on my fitness."
If Nabi minimizes his appearance for the senior national team, he will likely appear more in overseas T20 leagues. For IPL 2024, Siddharth played for Mumbai Indians but remained unsold in the IPL mega auction for next season from March 22.

IPL 2025 is more than a month away, but the five-time champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have suffered a major blow, as New Zealand cricketer Rachin Ravindra suffered a serious injury just before the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.

During the ODI tri-series opener against the hosts Pakistan in Lahore last Saturday (February 8) evening, New Zealand cricketer Rachin Ravindra got a massive blow on his face with the ball and was heavily bleeding on the field. He is still under the medical team's watch, and his participation in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is doubtful. 

While Ravindra’s injury status will be known later, he is in danger of missing IPL 2025, especially if he needs more time to heal from the injury. If Ravindra remains absent from the IPL 2025, CSK can watch out among the following three players as the New Zealander’s replacement. 

IPL 2025, Chennai Super Kings (CSK): Top three players who can replace injured Rachin Ravindra

Ben Duckett (IPL 2025 Auction Base Price: INR 2 Crore)

As Rachin Ravindra plays the top-order batting role, the 30-year-old English cricketer Ben Duckett can be a strong replacement name as a left-handed batter. In the latest England tour of India, Duckett has proved his value as an opening batter as he likes to dominate in the powerplay. While CSK have some strong names in the middle order, Duckett can make the team stronger with his top-order batting commitment. Duckett is yet to make his IPL debut.

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Mohammad Nabi (IPL 2025 Auction Base Price: INR 2 Crore)

The 40-year-old Afghanistan all-rounder Mohammad Nabi brings huge experience and high-quality all-rounder values to any team. The right-handed batter is a clever hitter and always effective as an off-spinner. From 2017 to 2024, Nabi played 24 IPL matches serving for SunRisers Hyderabad and Mumbai Indians, where he scored 215 runs and picked up 15 wickets. 

Daryl Mitchell (IPL 2025 Auction Base Price: INR 2 Crore)

The 33-year-old New Zealand cricketer Daryl Mitchell is popular for his big-hitting abilities in the slog overs. While the right-handed batter is a powerful middle-order, he can also deliver the right-arm medium-pace bowling. He is also a great fielder. After playing for Rajasthan Royals in two matches in the IPL 2022, Mitchell played 13 matches for CSK last season. In his IPL career, he has scored 351 runs and taken one wicket in 15 games.

Afghanistan's Star All-Rounder has said that he wants to retire from the ODI format after the Champions Trophy 2025. Mohammad Nabi revealed this after winning the ODI Series against Bangladesh in UAE, and he was also adjudged the Player of the Series.

After the third ODI, Nabi spoke to the host broadcaster and said, "In my mind, from the last World Cup, I was retired but then we qualified for the Champions Trophy and I felt if I could play that, it would be great."

Nabi informs about his decision 

He has reportedly informed the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) of his decision and will continue to play in T20Is. To the ACB media team, he said: "We will see, but no, I will not play for long. God willing, after the Champions Trophy, we will say goodbye to the ODIs."

Nabi has played 167 matches so far and is Afghanistan's highest-capped ODI Cricketer. He is also the current World No. 1 ODI All-Rounder in the ICC Rankings.

He has been playing this format since they made their ODI Cricket debut against Scotland in 2009. He has scored 3600 runs in this format and he is 2nd in the list of Afghanistan's highest run-getters. He has hit 17 fifties and 2 centuries and averages 27.48. He has scalped 172 wickets with an average of 32.47 and ranks 2nd in their highest wicket-taker list.

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Afghanistan will make their maiden appearance at the Champions Trophy

Afghanistan will make their first appearance in the Champions Trophy tournament in 2025. They finished in the Top Six in the 2023 ODI World Cup and earned a spot in the Champions Trophy. The eight-team Champions Trophy features the top seven teams from the latest ODI World Cup, along with hosts Pakistan.

Nabi has been constant in the Afghanistan team's progress in the T20I and ODI formats as well as helping them get recognition in each format. He was the ODI captain in Afghanistan's maiden 50-over World Cup appearance in 2015 and featured in the 2019 and 2023 editions too. He retired from Tests in 2019.

New Zealand star Mark Chapman showcased his talent in the ongoing Lanka Premier League (LPL) 2024 during the match between the Dambulla Sixers and Colombo Strikers on Thursday, July 16.

In the final game of the league stage, Muhammad Waseem, playing for Colombo, was aggressive and took on pacer Nuwan Pradeep, keeping his team in the hunt for 124 runs. Waseem hit Pradeep for two boundaries and a six in the first four balls of the second over, showing no signs of slowing down.

However, Pradeep made a crucial comeback, ultimately leading to Waseem’s dismissal, thanks to an outstanding effort from Mark Chapman. On the fifth ball of the over, Waseem attempted to clear mid-on but failed to make solid contact. That’s when Chapman sprang into action.

Positioned at mid-on, Chapman sprinted to his right and executed a perfect dive, taking a spectacular catch with both hands to send Waseem packing. With this wicket, the Colombo Strikers found themselves struggling at 16/2.

Following Waseem’s dismissal, Nuwan Pradeep continued to shine, taking wickets at regular intervals and applying pressure on the opposition. After Waseem’s quick 15 runs, the Colombo Strikers collapsed, quickly finding themselves at 88/9.

Skipper Thisara Perera contributed a valuable 30 runs to keep his team in the game, but ultimately, the Strikers were bowled out for just 95 runs, losing the match by 28 runs.

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We gave our all to set a big score – Mohammad Nabi

Dambulla Sixers skipper Mohammad Nabi, who was named Player of the Match for his 40-run performance, reflected on his innings and acknowledged the challenges posed by the tricky pitch. He expressed that the team aimed to post a big score but faced setbacks with early wickets. Speaking after the match, he shared:

“It was a tough game on a tricky pitch. We did our best to set a big total, but losing early wickets hurt us. If I had been able to bat through the last four overs, it could have changed the outcome. I focused on waiting for bad balls and playing simple cricket—watching the ball closely, especially the legspinner’s googlies and flippers.

“On this pitch, the googly and flipper were the most difficult to face. In our huddle, we discussed the need to defend 47 runs and aimed to bowl stump to stump. It’s been a fantastic tournament, and I enjoyed leading the team, but unfortunately, we couldn’t qualify. Overall, it was a great experience, and I truly enjoyed it.”