In an ideal world, Klusener and his squad would already be in the United Arab Emirates preparing for their first fixture of the T20 World Cup on October 25. The Taliban's influence has already been felt at the headquarters of the Afghanistan Cricket Board, with a new chairman and chief executive installed. A major concern for Afghanistan's status as a full member of the ICC is the likely demise of women's cricket in the country. Klusener, 50, has been to Kabul "about half a dozen times" in varying weather conditions since his appointment two years ago. While that happens Klusener - who played 49 Tests and 171 ODIs for South Africa - is concentrating on the everyday challenges of his job.

Source: Dhaka Tribune October 01, 2021 15:22 UTC