Rashid Khan set to become youngest international cricket captain

New Delhi, Feb 27: Rashid Khan is all set to become the youngest captain in the history of international cricket.

The World's No.1 ODI and Twenty20 International bowler, Rashid will lead Afghanistan after regular skipper Asghar Stanikzai was diagnosed with appendicitis.

"The doctors have advised that he will be able to return to cricket in approximately 10 days. Current vice-captain Rashid Khan will lead the team in his absence," Afghan Cricket Board said in a press statement.

Last week, Rashid became the youngest player to be ranked No.1 in the ICC's Player Rankings across formats.

The wily leg-spinner has snared 86 wickets from 37 ODIs and 47 wickets from 29 T20Is.