T20 World Cup 2022: Team-wise backup openers for mega event
The T20 World Cup will be held in Australia which is considered congenial for pacers. Hence, the role of openers will be very crucial heading into the tournament.
7. Afghanistan - Usman Ghani and Ibrahim Zadran
Afghanistan has the explosive duo of Hazratullah Zazai and Rahmanullah Gurbaz to open the innings for them. Usman Ghani and Ibrahim Zadran can serve as quality backup for the flamboyant opening pair.
Ghani has been a designated opener for Afghanistan in limited-overs cricket. He is the go-to man for Mohammad Nabi & Co. in absence of either Gurbaz or Zazai. He has done a decent job for the side scoring 705 runs in 30 matches in the shortest format.
Ibrahim could partner with Ghani at the top. He has been a valuable addition to the Afghan side. A solid number three batter, Ibrahim has the skills to excel at the top. The 20-year-old has the ability to pierce gaps to perfection and can also bring the power game into play when required. He is a consistent batter at the top and has amassed 310 runs in 13 T20Is.
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