Why is AFG vs NZ one-off Test not part of WTC 2023-25 cycle?

1. Afghanistan vs. New Zealand One-Off Test

Afghanistan and New Zealand are clashing in a historic Test match in Greater Noida, scheduled for September 09

2. Not Part of WTC 2023-25

Despite its significance, the match is not part of the World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 cycle, which many had questioned

3. Afghanistan's Exclusion from WTC

Afghanistan, along with Ireland and Zimbabwe, is excluded from the WTC due to their relatively new status in Test cricket and limited scheduling of red-ball games

4. Afghanistan's Test History

Since gaining Test status in 2017, Afghanistan has played only nine Tests, with the New Zealand match marking their tenth Test overall

5. Limited Success in Tests

Afghanistan has won three Tests (against Zimbabwe, Bangladesh, and Ireland) and lost six, reflecting their limited experience in Test cricket

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