The much-awaited Afghanistan Premier League will kick-start today at the Sharjah cricket stadium and will feature legendary names from world cricket for the five franchises.

The five teams - Paktia Panthers, Kabul Zwanan, Balkh Legends, Nangarhar Leopards and Kandahar Knights - will be representing different provinces of Afghanistan. The Nangarhar franchise, which is considered the most balanced side among the five teams with big names from the world of cricket playing for them, will be coached by former India pacer Venkatesh Prasad.