Australia withdraws from the One-Day International (ODI) series against Afghanistan on January 12, 2023. CA indicated that the decision was made in response to the ruling Taliban’s declaration of more restrictions on women and girls’ education and work in Afghanistan. Australia has withdrawn from a three-match One-Day International series against Afghanistan slated for March in the United Arab Emirates.
Cricket Australia issued a statement regarding the cancellation on Thursday (January 12), following discussions with key stakeholders, including the government. CA stated in its statement that the decision was made in response to the governing Taliban’s announcement of more restrictions.
