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Hindustan Times
03-06-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Hansa, Jamnapari, Barbari—The ‘supermodels' of Bakrid goat shopping
With Eid-ul-Adha (Bakrid) just days away, Lucknow's goat markets are alive with activity as buyers scour for the finest breeds. From the sturdy Barbari to the regal Hansa, customers are drawn to unique features, beauty, build, and rarity, with prices already soaring. The Barbari breed commands ₹1 lakh, while the Hansa fetches around ₹75,000, yet neither is the most expensive. Sellers claim that as the festival nears, rates for both high-end and affordable breeds will climb sharply. The real showstoppers, however, are the Beetal and African Boer breeds, which dominate the premium segment. Averaging between ₹4-5 lakh, these goats can even sell for several lakhs, depending on demand. Ghazanfar Abbas, a seasoned goat trader from Barabanki, notes that buyers from across Uttar Pradesh flock near Lucknow's Jogger Park for their prized picks. 'The rush hasn't peaked yet, it's the final two or three days before Bakrid when the real crowd arrives,' he says. The Beetal, a popular Indian breed found in Punjab and Pakistan's Punjab region, is known for its impressive height of four feet and weight of up to 280 kg. With its striking white eyes and sturdy build, it often features in livestock competitions. 'Last year, a buyer from Kanpur paid over ₹21 lakh for two Beetals,' Ghazanfar recalls. Then there's the African Boer, towering at nearly five feet, weighing 200-250 kg, and known for its aggressive demeanour. 'Its meat sells at ₹2,000 per kg, and the live animal starts at ₹4 lakh, with prices rising based on buyer interest,' Ghazanfar added. For those seeking beauty over brawn, the Barbari, native to Agra and Mathura, stands out with its dense fur, frills, and distinctive pink skin, another goat seller said. Meanwhile, the Hansa and Jamnapari breeds from Chambal and Etawah, along with Rajasthan's Sirohi, Gujri, and Ajmeri goats, attract buyers for their height and striking appearance.
BBC News
13-03-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Derbyshire sign spin bowler Ghazanfar for T20 Blast
Derbyshire Falcons have signed Afghanistan spin bowler Allah Mohammad Ghazanfar for the upcoming T20 Blast 18-year-old made his Test debut last year and his efforts with the white ball saw him named in the International Cricket Council's Men's ODI Team of the Year for claimed 21 white-ball wickets at international level last year at an average of just 13.57, with his best haul of 6-26 coming in against Bangladesh in described Ghazanfar as a player with "the world at his feet", external after he was named in that head of cricket Mickey Arthur said bringing Ghazanfar to the County Ground is "really exciting""AM Ghazanfar is a player who we will be seeing at the very top of the international game for many years to come and our supporters are in for a treat watching him," Arthur told the club website., external Ghazanfar, a spinner capable of turning the ball both directions, joins a Derbyshire side that have failed to get beyond the group stage of the T20 Blast since reaching the quarter-finals in with Arthur at the helm, the teenager said he was eager to work with the former South Africa, Australia, Pakistan and Sri Lanka head coach."Derbyshire have got a rich cricket history and I'm really looking forward to playing for the team, and to work with a legendary coach like Mickey Arthur, who has so much experience and has won so many things, he can help me to take my game to a new level," Ghazanfar said.
Reuters
16-02-2025
- Sport
- Reuters
Rahman replaces injured Ghazanfar in Mumbai Indians squad
Feb 16 (Reuters) - Mujeeb Ur Rahman has replaced fellow Afghan spinner Allah Ghazanfar in the Mumbai Indians roster after Ghazanfar was ruled out with a spinal fracture, the Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise said on Sunday. Ghazanfar, 18, sustained the injury during Afghanistan's tour of Zimbabwe in December-January and will miss at least four months, ruling him out of this month's Champions Trophy, the Afghanistan Cricket Board had announced on Wednesday. "Mumbai Indians wish Ghazanfar a speedy recovery and a warm welcome to Mujeeb," Mumbai posted on X. Rahman, who has played 49 T20 Internationals for Afghanistan, was unsold in the player auction for the IPL's 2025 season in November.
Express Tribune
13-02-2025
- Sport
- Express Tribune
Afg suffer Ghazanfar blow ahead of CT
Afghanistan's promising 18-year-old right-arm spinner, AM Ghazanfar, has been ruled out of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 due to a serious back injury. Ghazanfar, who has impressed in his early ODI career, has suffered a fracture in his L4 vertebra. The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) confirmed the news on Wednesday, revealing that Ghazanfar sustained the injury during Afghanistan's tour of Zimbabwe late last year. He will be sidelined for at least four months and will continue to receive treatment during this time. Ghazanfar had made a strong start to his ODI career, taking 21 wickets in 11 matches. He also featured in the UAE's ILT20 league with MI Emirates in January, following the Zimbabwe tour. However, he struggled to make an impact, claiming just one wicket from 7.1 overs in three games at an economy rate of 9.48. In Ghazanfar's absence, 20-year-old left-arm spinner Nangeyalia Kharote has been called up to the main squad. Kharote, who had been in the reserves, has played seven ODIs and six T20Is since his debut in March 2024. He last featured for Afghanistan in the ODI series against Bangladesh in Sharjah in November 2024, where he starred with figures of 3 for 28 in Afghanistan's victory in the second game. Afghanistan still boasts a strong spin attack with the presence of Rashid Khan, Noor Ahmad, and Mohammad Nabi. However, they continue to miss out on Mujeeb Ur Rahman, who has been absent from the national team since the Zimbabwe tour. Mujeeb, who played the full SA20 season with Paarl Royals, has not featured for Afghanistan in ODIs since the 2023 World Cup and was not included in the original Champions Trophy squad. The ACB stated that Mujeeb will not play until he has fully recovered from his injury. Afghanistan squad for ICC Champions Trophy: Hashmatullah Shahidi (captain), Ibrahim Zadran, Ikram Alikhil (wicket keeper), Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wicket keeper), Sediqullah Atal, Rahmat Shah (vice-captain), Azmatullah Omarzai, Gulbadin Naib, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan, Fareeh Ahmad, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Nangeyalia Kharote, Naveed Zadran, Noor Ahmad.
Express Tribune
12-02-2025
- Sport
- Express Tribune
Afghanistan's Ghazanfar ruled out of Champions Trophy 2025
Listen to article Afghanistan's young spin sensation AM Ghazanfar has been ruled out of the Champions Trophy 2025 due to a back injury, dealing a blow to the team's preparations for the tournament. The 18-year-old off-spinner, who had been a key part of Afghanistan's bowling attack, has suffered a fracture in the L4 vertebra and will be sidelined for at least four months. The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) confirmed the news on Wednesday, adding that left-arm spinner Nangeyalia Kharote, initially listed as a reserve, will take Ghazanfar's place in the squad. The injury also means that Ghazanfar will miss the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL), where he had recently secured a contract with Mumbai Indians. Ghazanfar picked up the injury during Afghanistan's tour of Zimbabwe late last year but went on to play in the UAE's ILT20 in January. His performances, however, were below expectations, as he managed just one wicket in three matches at an economy rate of 9.48. Kharote, 20, last played for Afghanistan in November 2024 against Bangladesh in Sharjah, where he took three wickets in a match-winning performance. With a squad already boasting Rashid Khan, Mohammad Nabi, and Noor Ahmad, Afghanistan still has a strong spin contingent, though they continue to be without Mujeeb Ur Rahman. Mujeeb, who played the full SA20 season with Paarl Royals, has not represented Afghanistan since the Zimbabwe tour and was not included in the Champions Trophy squad. The ACB has stated that he will remain unavailable until he is fully recovered. Afghanistan begin their Champions Trophy campaign with a challenging group stage, where they will depend on their experienced core and rising talents to make an impact. Afghanistan squad for the Champions Trophy Hashmatullah Shahidi (capt) Rahmat Shah (vice-capt) Ibrahim Zadran Ikram Alikhil (wk) Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk) Sediqullah Atal Azmatullah Omarzai Gulbadin Naib Mohammad Nabi Rashid Khan Fareeh Ahmad Fazalhaq Farooqi Nangeyalia Kharote Naveed Zadran Noor Ahmad
