Over the years, the Indian Premier League (IPL) has provided a platform for everybody to prove their worth on an almost international-like stage. The best players from around the world participate and in fact, love playing the IPL. Moreover, it gives some unknown players recognition as well.

Not only Indian players, but the Indian T20 league has recognized players from all around the world. In fact, there have been cricketers who have performed well and have gained a lot of spotlight. Afghanistan has contributed to the IPL as well through the likes of Rashid Khan, Mohammad Nabi and Mujeeb Ur Rahman.

The spin troika plays for different teams and have had a good impact as well. Moreover, Afghanistan’s T20 game is developing and fast improving. The players are getting better and better. Hence, with the IPL auctions not too far away, here we look at five Afghanistan players who might get bids in the IPL 2020 Auction

<img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-307898" src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/2019/01/Hazratullah-Zazai.jpg" alt="Hazratullah Zazai" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-307898" class="wp-caption-text">Hazratullah Zazai. (Photo Source: Twitter)</figcaption>

We don’t often associate Afghanistan with openers who give them a flying start or even hard-hitting batsmen anywhere in the order. There are a few who score quickly but none of them score as quickly as Hazratullah Zazai. The left-handed opener is slowly changing the perception.

Zazai became a star and a sensation overnight. Having scored a stunning 162 off a mere 62 deliveries, Zazai made a name for himself and also, showed that Afghanistan can also score at a rapid pace. While he may not be as successful in the 50-over format, the 21-year-old averages 52.22 in T20I cricket.

His strike-rate of 173.43 is the best for any batsman (who has faced at least 250 balls) in international cricket. In fact, in the overall T20s, he averages nearly 33 and strikes at 157.58. Hence, he may well be one of the attention-gaining Afghan cricketers in the auction.

<img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-349748" src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/2019/09/CT_365108.jpg" alt width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-349748" class="wp-caption-text">Najibullah Zadran. (Photo by Julian Herbert-IDI/IDI via Getty Images)</figcaption>

Here is a common name that you will find in most Afghanistan team sheets or XIs over the last couple of years. Najibullah Zadran has been very impressive and has been consistent as well. He’s been Afghanistan’s rock in the middle order and was one of their best batsmen in the World Cup earlier this year.

It was back in 2012 that Najibullah made his international debut. He was in and out of the squad before he was picked in the 2015 World Cup squad. However, poor form meant he had to be dropped in early 2017. But the left-hander came storming back and made his way back into the side in 2018.

Since then, he hasn’t looked back. Najibullah has been consistent in the ODI format. Meanwhile, in the T20s, he boasts of a good record too. In all, he’s played 101 T20 games and has a strike-rate of 142.74. Hence, he could be one of the Afghan players who could attract bids. He can play the role of a finisher lower down the order and can make an impact.

<img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-288374" src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/2018/10/Qais-Ahmad-1.jpg" alt="Qais Ahmad" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-288374" class="wp-caption-text">Qais Ahmad. (Photo Source: Twitter)</figcaption>

Afghanistan seems to have become a spin-producing factory. They keep producing players who shine brightly in T20 leagues around the world. Take the likes of Rashid Khan or Mujeeb Ahmed or even Zahir Khan in recent times, all of them have hogged the limelight and have taken Afghanistan cricket to another level amongst spinners.

19-year-old Qais Ahmad is the latest addition to their spin cabinet. The leg-spinner has already showcased his skills in big tournaments like the Big Bash (BBL), Pakistan Super League (PSL) and the Caribbean Premier League (CPL). He has a good T20 record as well. In 35 T20 games, he has picked up 44 wickets. Moreover, he has a very good economy as well (6.94).

Ahmad was in very good form in the CPL last month. He played just three games and yet took seven wickets. Hence, with leg-spinners in demand, Ahmad might be one of the main attractions from Afghanistan in the upcoming IPL auctions.

<img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-296462" src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/2018/11/Zahir-Khan.jpg" alt="Zahir Khan IPL 2020" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-296462" class="wp-caption-text">Zahir Khan. (Photo by Kai Schwoerer-IDI/IDI via Getty Images )</figcaption>

Here is another spinner, this time a chinaman. Zahir Khan has been around for a couple of years now and has been making the right noises as well. He came through the Under 19 ranks where he put into some excellent performances and took giant strides. He was soon recognised and he’s been playing T20 leagues around the world now.

Having played for a few top T20 leagues around the world, Zahir has a very good record too. In 40 T20 games, he has taken 51 wickets at an average of 20.21. The chinaman has played one Test and one ODI as well. He returned with figures of 2/55 in the 50-over format while he picked up three wickets in the Test match.

Zahir was picked up the Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the 2018 auctions. Moreover, he initiated a tiny bidding war between Rajasthan and Mumbai before eventually going to the former for INR 60 lakhs. However, an injury prevented the youngster from taking part in one of the best T20 leagues in the world. Hence, he might be one of the Afghan attractions once again.

<img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-160407" src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/2017/04/Shafiqullah-Shafaq.jpg" alt="Shafiqullah Shafaq" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-160407" class="wp-caption-text">Afghanistan&#8217;s Shafiqullah Shafaq. (Photo by PRAKASH SINGH/AFP/Getty Images)</figcaption>

This is a relatively unknown name in Afghanistan cricketing circles. However, Shafiqullah Shafiq has been around for a little more than a decade now. He has played 24 ODI matches and 46 T20 internationals for the national side.

There may be doubts as to why he could be one of the Afghans who might attract bids in the IPL auction 2020. His record and consistency aren’t that great at the international arena. However, he creates an impact on the game. He can change the game lower down the order. He once smashed a double ton in a local T20 game.

Shafiq has a strike-rate 145.29 in international T20 cricket while it is 143.66 in all of T20 cricket. Hence, the 30-year-old batsman could be a decent addition. Moreover, he can tonk the ball a long way and can don the finisher’s role as well.

<p>Over the years, the Indian Premier League (IPL) has provided a platform for everybody to prove their worth on an almost international-like stage. The best players from around the world participate and in fact, love playing the IPL. Moreover, it gives some unknown players recognition as well.</p>
<p>Not only Indian players, but the Indian T20 league has recognized players from all around the world. In fact, there have been cricketers who have performed well and have gained a lot of spotlight. Afghanistan has contributed to the IPL as well through the likes of Rashid Khan, Mohammad Nabi and Mujeeb Ur Rahman.</p>
<p>The spin troika plays for different teams and have had a good impact as well. Moreover, Afghanistan’s T20 game is developing and fast improving. The players are getting better and better. Hence, with the IPL auctions not too far away, here we look at five Afghanistan players who might get bids in the IPL 2020 Auction</p>
<h3><strong>1. Hazratullah Zazai</strong></h3>
<figure id="attachment_307898" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-307898" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"><amp-img class="size-full wp-image-307898" src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/2019/01/Hazratullah-Zazai.jpg" alt="Hazratullah Zazai" width="640" height="400" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img><figcaption id="caption-attachment-307898" class="wp-caption-text">Hazratullah Zazai. (Photo Source: Twitter)</figcaption></figure>
<p>We don’t often associate Afghanistan with openers who give them a flying start or even hard-hitting batsmen anywhere in the order. There are a few who score quickly but none of them score as quickly as Hazratullah Zazai. The left-handed opener is slowly changing the perception.</p>
<p>Zazai became a star and a sensation overnight. Having scored a stunning 162 off a mere 62 deliveries, Zazai made a name for himself and also, showed that Afghanistan can also score at a rapid pace. While he may not be as successful in the 50-over format, the 21-year-old averages 52.22 in T20I cricket.</p>
<p>His strike-rate of 173.43 is the best for any batsman (who has faced at least 250 balls) in international cricket. In fact, in the overall T20s, he averages nearly 33 and strikes at 157.58. Hence, he may well be one of the attention-gaining Afghan cricketers in the auction.</p>
<h3><strong>2. Najibullah Zadran</strong></h3>
<figure id="attachment_349748" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-349748" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"><amp-img class="size-full wp-image-349748" src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/2019/09/CT_365108.jpg" alt width="640" height="400" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img><figcaption id="caption-attachment-349748" class="wp-caption-text">Najibullah Zadran. (Photo by Julian Herbert-IDI/IDI via Getty Images)</figcaption></figure>
<p>Here is a common name that you will find in most Afghanistan team sheets or XIs over the last couple of years. Najibullah Zadran has been very impressive and has been consistent as well. He’s been Afghanistan’s rock in the middle order and was one of their best batsmen in the World Cup earlier this year.</p>
<p>It was back in 2012 that Najibullah made his international debut. He was in and out of the squad before he was picked in the 2015 World Cup squad. However, poor form meant he had to be dropped in early 2017. But the left-hander came storming back and made his way back into the side in 2018.</p>
<p>Since then, he hasn’t looked back. Najibullah has been consistent in the ODI format. Meanwhile, in the T20s, he boasts of a good record too. In all, he’s played 101 T20 games and has a strike-rate of 142.74. Hence, he could be one of the Afghan players who could attract bids. He can play the role of a finisher lower down the order and can make an impact.</p>
<h3><strong>3. Qais Ahmad</strong></h3>
<figure id="attachment_288374" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-288374" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"><amp-img class="size-full wp-image-288374" src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/2018/10/Qais-Ahmad-1.jpg" alt="Qais Ahmad" width="640" height="400" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img><figcaption id="caption-attachment-288374" class="wp-caption-text">Qais Ahmad. (Photo Source: Twitter)</figcaption></figure>
<p>Afghanistan seems to have become a spin-producing factory. They keep producing players who shine brightly in T20 leagues around the world. Take the likes of Rashid Khan or Mujeeb Ahmed or even Zahir Khan in recent times, all of them have hogged the limelight and have taken Afghanistan cricket to another level amongst spinners.</p>
<p>19-year-old Qais Ahmad is the latest addition to their spin cabinet. The leg-spinner has already showcased his skills in big tournaments like the Big Bash (BBL), Pakistan Super League (PSL) and the Caribbean Premier League (CPL). He has a good T20 record as well. In 35 T20 games, he has picked up 44 wickets. Moreover, he has a very good economy as well (6.94).</p>
<p>Ahmad was in very good form in the CPL last month. He played just three games and yet took seven wickets. Hence, with leg-spinners in demand, Ahmad might be one of the main attractions from Afghanistan in the upcoming IPL auctions.</p>
<h3><strong>4. Zahir Khan</strong></h3>
<figure id="attachment_296462" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-296462" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"><amp-img class="size-full wp-image-296462" src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/2018/11/Zahir-Khan.jpg" alt="Zahir Khan IPL 2020" width="640" height="400" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img><figcaption id="caption-attachment-296462" class="wp-caption-text">Zahir Khan. (Photo by Kai Schwoerer-IDI/IDI via Getty Images )</figcaption></figure>
<p>Here is another spinner, this time a chinaman. Zahir Khan has been around for a couple of years now and has been making the right noises as well. He came through the Under 19 ranks where he put into some excellent performances and took giant strides. He was soon recognised and he’s been playing T20 leagues around the world now.</p>
<p>Having played for a few top T20 leagues around the world, Zahir has a very good record too. In 40 T20 games, he has taken 51 wickets at an average of 20.21. The chinaman has played one Test and one ODI as well. He returned with figures of 2/55 in the 50-over format while he picked up three wickets in the Test match.</p>
<p>Zahir was picked up the Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the 2018 auctions. Moreover, he initiated a tiny bidding war between Rajasthan and Mumbai before eventually going to the former for INR 60 lakhs. However, an injury prevented the youngster from taking part in one of the best T20 leagues in the world. Hence, he might be one of the Afghan attractions once again.</p>
<h3><strong>5. Shafiqullah Shafiq</strong></h3>
<figure id="attachment_160407" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-160407" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"><amp-img class="size-full wp-image-160407" src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/2017/04/Shafiqullah-Shafaq.jpg" alt="Shafiqullah Shafaq" width="640" height="400" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img><figcaption id="caption-attachment-160407" class="wp-caption-text">Afghanistan’s Shafiqullah Shafaq. (Photo by PRAKASH SINGH/AFP/Getty Images)</figcaption></figure>
<p>This is a relatively unknown name in Afghanistan cricketing circles. However, Shafiqullah Shafiq has been around for a little more than a decade now. He has played 24 ODI matches and 46 T20 internationals for the national side.</p>
<p>There may be doubts as to why he could be one of the Afghans who might attract bids in the IPL auction 2020. His record and consistency aren’t that great at the international arena. However, he creates an impact on the game. He can change the game lower down the order. He once smashed a double ton in a local T20 game.</p>
<p>Shafiq has a strike-rate 145.29 in international T20 cricket while it is 143.66 in all of T20 cricket. Hence, the 30-year-old batsman could be a decent addition. Moreover, he can tonk the ball a long way and can don the finisher’s role as well.</p>

<p>Over the years, the Indian Premier League (IPL) has provided a platform for everybody to prove their worth on an almost international-like stage. The best players from around the world participate and in fact, love playing the IPL. Moreover, it gives some unknown players recognition as well.</p>
<p>Not only Indian players, but the Indian T20 league has recognized players from all around the world. In fact, there have been cricketers who have performed well and have gained a lot of spotlight. Afghanistan has contributed to the IPL as well through the likes of Rashid Khan, Mohammad Nabi and Mujeeb Ur Rahman.</p>
<p>The spin troika plays for different teams and have had a good impact as well. Moreover, Afghanistan’s T20 game is developing and fast improving. The players are getting better and better. Hence, with the IPL auctions not too far away, here we look at five Afghanistan players who might get bids in the IPL 2020 Auction</p>
<h3><strong>1. Hazratullah Zazai</strong></h3>
<figure id="attachment_307898" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-307898" style="width: 640px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-307898" src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/2019/01/Hazratullah-Zazai.jpg" alt="Hazratullah Zazai" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-307898" class="wp-caption-text">Hazratullah Zazai. (Photo Source: Twitter)</figcaption></figure>
<p>We don’t often associate Afghanistan with openers who give them a flying start or even hard-hitting batsmen anywhere in the order. There are a few who score quickly but none of them score as quickly as Hazratullah Zazai. The left-handed opener is slowly changing the perception.</p>
<p>Zazai became a star and a sensation overnight. Having scored a stunning 162 off a mere 62 deliveries, Zazai made a name for himself and also, showed that Afghanistan can also score at a rapid pace. While he may not be as successful in the 50-over format, the 21-year-old averages 52.22 in T20I cricket.</p>
<p>His strike-rate of 173.43 is the best for any batsman (who has faced at least 250 balls) in international cricket. In fact, in the overall T20s, he averages nearly 33 and strikes at 157.58. Hence, he may well be one of the attention-gaining Afghan cricketers in the auction.</p>
<h3><strong>2. Najibullah Zadran</strong></h3>
<figure id="attachment_349748" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-349748" style="width: 640px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-349748" src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/2019/09/CT_365108.jpg" alt width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-349748" class="wp-caption-text">Najibullah Zadran. (Photo by Julian Herbert-IDI/IDI via Getty Images)</figcaption></figure>
<p>Here is a common name that you will find in most Afghanistan team sheets or XIs over the last couple of years. Najibullah Zadran has been very impressive and has been consistent as well. He’s been Afghanistan’s rock in the middle order and was one of their best batsmen in the World Cup earlier this year.</p>
<p>It was back in 2012 that Najibullah made his international debut. He was in and out of the squad before he was picked in the 2015 World Cup squad. However, poor form meant he had to be dropped in early 2017. But the left-hander came storming back and made his way back into the side in 2018.</p>
<p>Since then, he hasn’t looked back. Najibullah has been consistent in the ODI format. Meanwhile, in the T20s, he boasts of a good record too. In all, he’s played 101 T20 games and has a strike-rate of 142.74. Hence, he could be one of the Afghan players who could attract bids. He can play the role of a finisher lower down the order and can make an impact.</p>
<h3><strong>3. Qais Ahmad</strong></h3>
<figure id="attachment_288374" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-288374" style="width: 640px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-288374" src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/2018/10/Qais-Ahmad-1.jpg" alt="Qais Ahmad" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-288374" class="wp-caption-text">Qais Ahmad. (Photo Source: Twitter)</figcaption></figure>
<p>Afghanistan seems to have become a spin-producing factory. They keep producing players who shine brightly in T20 leagues around the world. Take the likes of Rashid Khan or Mujeeb Ahmed or even Zahir Khan in recent times, all of them have hogged the limelight and have taken Afghanistan cricket to another level amongst spinners.</p>
<p>19-year-old Qais Ahmad is the latest addition to their spin cabinet. The leg-spinner has already showcased his skills in big tournaments like the Big Bash (BBL), Pakistan Super League (PSL) and the Caribbean Premier League (CPL). He has a good T20 record as well. In 35 T20 games, he has picked up 44 wickets. Moreover, he has a very good economy as well (6.94).</p>
<p>Ahmad was in very good form in the CPL last month. He played just three games and yet took seven wickets. Hence, with leg-spinners in demand, Ahmad might be one of the main attractions from Afghanistan in the upcoming IPL auctions.</p>
<h3><strong>4. Zahir Khan</strong></h3>
<figure id="attachment_296462" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-296462" style="width: 640px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-296462" src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/2018/11/Zahir-Khan.jpg" alt="Zahir Khan IPL 2020" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-296462" class="wp-caption-text">Zahir Khan. (Photo by Kai Schwoerer-IDI/IDI via Getty Images )</figcaption></figure>
<p>Here is another spinner, this time a chinaman. Zahir Khan has been around for a couple of years now and has been making the right noises as well. He came through the Under 19 ranks where he put into some excellent performances and took giant strides. He was soon recognised and he’s been playing T20 leagues around the world now.</p>
<p>Having played for a few top T20 leagues around the world, Zahir has a very good record too. In 40 T20 games, he has taken 51 wickets at an average of 20.21. The chinaman has played one Test and one ODI as well. He returned with figures of 2/55 in the 50-over format while he picked up three wickets in the Test match.</p>
<p>Zahir was picked up the Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the 2018 auctions. Moreover, he initiated a tiny bidding war between Rajasthan and Mumbai before eventually going to the former for INR 60 lakhs. However, an injury prevented the youngster from taking part in one of the best T20 leagues in the world. Hence, he might be one of the Afghan attractions once again.</p>
<h3><strong>5. Shafiqullah Shafiq</strong></h3>
<figure id="attachment_160407" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-160407" style="width: 640px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-160407" src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/2017/04/Shafiqullah-Shafaq.jpg" alt="Shafiqullah Shafaq" width="640" height="400" sizes="(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-160407" class="wp-caption-text">Afghanistan&#8217;s Shafiqullah Shafaq. (Photo by PRAKASH SINGH/AFP/Getty Images)</figcaption></figure>
<p>This is a relatively unknown name in Afghanistan cricketing circles. However, Shafiqullah Shafiq has been around for a little more than a decade now. He has played 24 ODI matches and 46 T20 internationals for the national side.</p>
<p>There may be doubts as to why he could be one of the Afghans who might attract bids in the IPL auction 2020. His record and consistency aren’t that great at the international arena. However, he creates an impact on the game. He can change the game lower down the order. He once smashed a double ton in a local T20 game.</p>
<p>Shafiq has a strike-rate 145.29 in international T20 cricket while it is 143.66 in all of T20 cricket. Hence, the 30-year-old batsman could be a decent addition. Moreover, he can tonk the ball a long way and can don the finisher’s role as well.</p>

These Afghanistan players can earn interesting bids in upcoming Auction.

5 Afghanistan players who might get bids in IPL 2020 Auction

With the IPL auctions not too far away, here we look at five Afghanistan players who might get bids in the IPL 2020 Auction