Champions Trophy 2025 Jersey: 'Inspired by Cultural Heritage' - Afghanistan Reveal Kit For Maiden Appearance

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Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) on Thursday (January 30) revealed the men's cricket team's jersey, 'inspired by the heritage of historic Jam Minaret', for their maiden appearance in the ICC Champions Trophy.

Having made a break through into the full member nations in 2017, Afghanistan qualified for it's first-ever Champions Trophy event after finishing in the top eight of the 2023 ODI World Cup.

The ACB excited with their first-ever appearance in the eight-team ICC tournament, which makes it's return after 8 years, announced about their new kit for the competition via their social media handles.

ACB posted a unique video showcasing Afghanistan's breathtaking mountainous regions before revealing the team's new shirt featuring their captain Hashmatullah Shahidi and several others, via their X handle with the caption, "Presenting Afghanistan's Official Jersey for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025!"

The post also included, "Inspired by our rich cultural heritage, the jersey design beautifully blends the elegance of Naskh calligraphy with the geometric patterns of the historic Jam Minaret in Ghor Province.

"The Jam Minaret, standing for nearly 800 years, is located in the historic city of Firuzkuh along the banks of the Harirod River. With a height of 65 meters and a diameter of 9 meters, it serves as a testament to Afghanistan's rich heritage.

"As AfghanAtalan take the field, they will wear the spirit of unity, the determination of our nation, and the elegance of Jam. They will create history and keep Afghanistan's name shining on the global stage!"

In Champions Trophy 2025, Afghanistan is part of Group B that also includes Australia, South Africa and England. The Asian side has impressed in the white-ball recently, especially in the ODI World Cup in 2023, when they defeated three former champions and came close to beating a fourth.

The Afghans, who also reached the T20 World Cup semi-final last year, had secured stunning wins over England, Sri Lanka and Pakistan in the previous 50-over ICC tournament, making them one of the teams that need to be taken seriously.