Rashid, 25, is Afghanistan's leading Test wicket-taker with 34 wickets in five matches and plays a crucial role across all.

Vahdat Hanonov put Tajikistan ahead with a first-half goal, but Khalifa Al Hammadi's stoppage-time header sent the match into extra.

Rashid Khan, recovering from back surgery, will miss the match. Leg-spinner Qais Ahmad replaces him.

The appointment follows Afghanistan's strong performance in last year's World Cricket Cup.

Afghanistan clinched second place, following host country Iran, at the fourth Eurasia Championship in Tehran.

In a thrilling third T20 International, India and Afghanistan ended in a tie with both teams scoring 212.

In a closely contested match held in Thailand, Afghanistan triumphed over the UAE with a final score of 57-51, showcasing.

Afghanistan aims for a consolation win after India secured victories in Mohali and Indore, taking a decisive 2-0 lead in.

Opening batsman Jaiswal blasted six sixes in his 68 from 34 deliveries, laying the groundwork for India's chase of Afghanistan's.

The team will then host Ireland for a similar series in the United Arab Emirates from February 28 to March.