A deadly air strike in Kabul on March 16, 2026, has caused massive destruction and heavy civilian casualties, with Afghan officials blaming Pakistan for the attack. The strike reportedly hit a major hospital, killing hundreds and injuring many others, further escalating tensions between the two countries.
As the tragic incident shocked the nation, several Afghanistan cricketers came forward to express their grief and anger. Top players including Rashid Khan, Mohammad Nabi, and Ibrahim Zadran strongly condemned the attack and called for justice, highlighting the human cost of the tragedy.
Afghanistan captain Rashid Khan expressed deep sorrow and strongly criticized the attack, calling it a serious violation of human rights.
“I am deeply saddened by the latest reports of civilian casualties as a result of Pakistani airstrikes in Kabul. Targeting civilian homes, educational facilities or medical infrastructure, either intentional or by mistake, is a war crime. The sheer disregard for human lives, especially during the holy month of Ramadan, is sickening and deeply concerning. It will only fuel division and hatred. I call upon the UN and other human rights agencies to thoroughly investigate this latest atrocity and hold the perpetrators to account. I stand with my Afghan people in this difficult time. We shall heal, and we will rise as a nation. We always do. Inshallah ! 🇦🇫”
Veteran all-rounder Mohammad Nabi highlighted the human loss and pain caused by the attack, especially at the hospital.
“Tonight in Kabul, hope was extinguished at a hospital. Young men seeking treatment were murdered in a bombing by the Pakistani military regime. Mothers waited at the gates, calling their sons’ names. On the 28th night of Ramadan, their lives were cut short.”
Young batter Ibrahim Zadran shared what he witnessed during the night of the explosion in Kabul.
“Tonight I heard a massive explosion here in Kabul. Moments later we saw flames rising into the sky from a hospital.
Our brothers who intended to fast tomorrow are now gone, or wounded. My thoughts are with every family grieving tonight.
Kabul is in pain. We pray for justice.”
The reactions from Afghanistan cricketers reflect the deep pain and anger felt across the nation. Their voices have added global attention to the tragic incident. As tensions rise, calls for justice and accountability are growing louder. The focus now remains on investigation and preventing further loss of innocent lives.