Balkh Province - Sport

Sport

Further information: Sport in Afghanistan

Buzkashi is a traditional horse riding sport of the region and is very popular in this province. Other sports played is football, while cricket is growing in popularity in recent years. The Province is represented in domestic competitions by the Balkh Province cricket team.

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