The 15th edition of the Wazir Mohammad Akbar Khan Provincial Grade II Tournament 2024, Afghanistan's first domestic cricket event of the year, is scheduled to commence on January 18. Featuring 37 provincial teams, the tournament will unfold across six venues in Khost, Nangarhar, Kunar, and Kandahar provinces.

Played in a one-day format, the tournament spans 93 games over 18 days, concluding on February 5. The participating teams are divided into six groups, engaging in fierce competition. The top team from each group will advance to the prestigious Provincial Grade One Tournament, emphasizing the identification of new talents and promoting cricket's development in the country.

Naseeb Khan, CEO of the Afghanistan Cricket Board, expressed enthusiasm for the tournament's potential impact on cricket's growth in Afghanistan. With 37 teams participating, the event signifies the game's increasing reach across different regions. The Wazir Mohammad Akbar Khan Provincial Grade II tournament marks the beginning of a packed year for Afghan cricket, followed by the highly anticipated 12-team Grade One tournament in late February. The Afghanistan Cricket Board remains committed to expanding the sport's footprint and fostering talent across the nation.