Afghans can put ‘em in a spin, says Nabi

By Jon Couch
MOHAMMAD Nabi says a combination of playing in English conditions and the cauldron of the Indian Premier League will make Afghanistan’s spinners a handful at this year’s World Cup.
The 34-year-old allrounder will form a potent spin attack with world No.3 ranked Rashid Khan and Mujeeb Ur Rahman this summer and Nabi reckons they have the guile and experience to spring a surprise.
All three are currently playing in the highpressure IPL in preparation for their World Cup opener against defending champions Australia on June 1 at Bristol.
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