# Cricket: Afghanistan’s exiled women’s players have renewed hope to play on the international stage following a funding pledge from the International Cricket Council. Most of the women fled to Australia after the Taliban regime’s return to their home country in 2021 meant a ban on sport participation for the country’s women and girls. The ICC plans to set up a dedicated fund to support the women but didn’t provide financial details. One of the players, Nahida Span, told Reuters in Melbourne they feel inspired and valued.
Cricket: Afghanistan’s exiled women’s players inspired by ICC’s funding pledge