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Don't forget the goats! They're the ones in most demand over in Afghanistan.
Just a bit of background for those who aren't cricket followers: 
Afghanistan and Ireland were promoted to the exclusive club of Full Members of the International Cricket Council (ICC) in 2017. This level of membership allows for automatic qualification for certain global tournaments (this particular series was part of once such tournament) and for better access to financial income from the ICC.
As a requirement of Full Membership, each country must have a 'pathway' for women players. At the time, Afghanistan had some sort of pathway, even if it were just on paper or in its infancy. Under the current regime, even pretending to have that sort of program would be difficult. The controversy now arises from the ICC being reluctant to reassess Afghanistan's membership level in light of them not being able to meet the requirements of Full Membership. >

Thanks, that was a helpful summary, and I’m sorry the ICC won’t step up and do its job. Good on Australia though, I hope others follow suit. >

Most Australian Sports have realised the the people like watching sport whether it male or female, it's only a few years where cricket/afl/league but it will grow for sure >

I watch women's rugby pretty consistently.  I like strong women doing strong things. >

Women's Rugby has had a great burst of growth over the last few years. The recent World Cup in New Zealand broke all sorts of viewership and ticket sales records. >

We've been to a few AFLW games, it's a good day out and by far cheaper than an AFL match. >

Sure it's cheaper but at the end of the day you are stuck watching AFL so is it really worth the savings? >

Melbournians spilling their lattes in their rush to angrily down vote you >

Can confirm, am Melbournian, spilt Latte. >

How many more things can the taliban ban women from? Next they’ll just ban women in the country. >

No more sex with any men, including their husbands! Sex is for men only now! >


Sex is for men only now!

It's Afghanistan, little boys are on the menu