‘We are under no illusions’

Afghanistan has been an exciting unit in the limited-overs formats, with the best leg-spinner in the world Rashid Khan being a constant threat to any team in world cricket.

But it’s a totally different ball game when it comes to cricket’s most elite format, where Afghanistan would be desperate to prove their worth by adopting a style of play that requires a different attitude to their attacking style seen in the limited-overs formats.

Afghanistan are preparing to take part in their third ever Test match against the hosts from tomorrow in Chattogram, where yesterday a man was seen walking on crutches and running the practice. It was none other than interim Afghan head coach Andy Moles, who lost part of the skin in the ball of his foot while taking a walk in Abu Dhabi 10 days ago.