Rashid Khan, one of the most talented cricketers of his generation, played a crucial role in Afghanistan’s Champions Trophy 2025 campaign. With the semifinal qualification on the line, expectations were high. However, his short stay at the crease left fans disappointed as Afghanistan looked to post a competitive total.
- Rashid Khan managed 19 runs but fell to Ben Dwarshuis in the 46th over.
- His dismissal left Afghanistan in a tough situation, but Azmatullah Omarzai’s brilliant 67 off 63 balls helped them recover.
- Afghanistan posted 273 runs, giving them a chance to fight against Australia.
Rashid Khan’s Short but Impactful Innings
Rashid Khan is known for his bowling, but he can also contribute with the bat. Afghanistan was struggling at 199/7, needing someone to stay till the end. Rashid started well, hitting two boundaries in his 19-run knock. However, in the 46th over, Ben Dwarshuis bowled a short ball, angling across him. Rashid attempted a pull shot, but the ball caught the top edge of his bat and went high in the air. Glenn Maxwell took a great catch, ending Rashid’s innings.
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A Big Setback for Afghanistan
Losing Rashid at that moment was a major setback. The crowd was stunned, fearing that Afghanistan might collapse before reaching 230 runs. However, Azmatullah Omarzai had other plans. He took charge, smashing 67 runs off 63 balls, ensuring that Afghanistan reached a fighting total of 273.
Afghanistan now depends on their bowlers, including Rashid Khan, to defend 273 runs. If Rashid shines with the ball, he can still make a huge impact. Can Afghanistan secure their place in the semifinals? Fans are eagerly waiting for the answer.
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