Trott pleased with Naib at No. 3, defends non-selection of Noor

Afghanistan's head coach, Andy Trott, expressed satisfaction with the decision to place Rahmanullah Gurbaz at the No. 3 batting position during the recent match against New Zealand. Trott emphasized that the team's fast bowlers failed to execute their plans effectively, which was a significant factor in their loss, rather than any issues related to player selection. He defended the decision to exclude Noor Ahmad from the playing XI, suggesting that the focus should remain on the overall performance of the bowlers. Trott's comments come as Afghanistan seeks to regroup after a challenging encounter, highlighting the importance of strategy and execution in upcoming matches. The team's performance will be under scrutiny as they aim to improve their standing in the tournament and deliver stronger results in the future.