International forces kill ex-Afghan cricketer - officials

A former member of Afghanistan's cricket team has been killed in an overnight raid by international forces on his home, officials and former colleagues alleged Wednesday.

Rahmat Wali, 32, who played for the war-torn country's national team between 2001 and 2006, was killed when troops attacked his home in the eastern province of Khost, the national team captain, Nawrooz Khan Mangal said.

He said Wali had no ties to Taliban or other insurgents.

"He had no links to Taliban or any other opposition. He was a great player. His death is a big loss for Afghans and the sports community," Mangal added.

KABUL, Thursday, AFP