T20 World Cup: Fans rejoice on streets as Afghanistan secure historic semi-final qualification
On Tuesday, Afghanistan’s cricket team achieved a historic milestone by qualifying for the T20 World Cup semi-finals for the first time. Led by Rashid Khan, they defeated Bangladesh, which led to Australia’s elimination from the tournament. However, controversy arose when Gulbadin Naib fell clutching his thigh after Jonathan Trott signaled players to slow down, only to quickly return and take a key wicket. This incident led to accusations of time-wasting, which Rashid Khan dismissed, attributing it to a minor injury and not impacting the game significantly.
Rashid emphasized the importance of this achievement for inspiring Afghan youth. The team’s progress in international cricket, especially after becoming a full ICC member in 2017, has been marked by notable victories, including wins over New Zealand and Australia. Celebrations erupted in Afghanistan following their semi-final qualification, showcasing national pride and the team’s development. Rashid highlighted the collective responsibility and passion of the players, expressing immense pride in reaching this stage and looking forward to their semi-final match.
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