In a sensational turn of events, Afghanistan’s premier spinner, Rashid Khan, steered his team to a historic triumph against England during the 2023 World Cup. The electrifying atmosphere in Delhi played a pivotal role in boosting the Afghan team to a resounding 69-run victory over the defending champions.
The 25-year-old Rashid Khan, renowned as Afghanistan’s spin wizard, expressed profound gratitude towards the exuberant crowd that filled the stadium. He attributed their unwavering support as the driving force behind Afghanistan’s historic victory on the cricketing stage. Rashid’s connection with the Delhi crowd was deeply rooted in his stellar performances in the Indian Premier League (IPL).
On that fateful Sunday, Rashid Khan showcased his exceptional skills as a leg-spinner, taking full advantage of the spin-friendly pitch. His impressive figures of 9.3-1-37-3 underscored his mastery of spin bowling. This contributed significantly to sealing the victory and sparking nationwide jubilation.
In the euphoric aftermath of the match, Rashid Khan couldn’t contain his appreciation for the passionate crowd. He eloquently stated, “Delhi sach mein dil walon ki hai,” which translates to “Delhi truly belongs to people with big hearts.” He extended heartfelt thanks to all the fervent fans who had unwaveringly supported the Afghan team throughout the game. Rashid’s appreciation extended beyond the Delhi crowd to supporters worldwide, acknowledging their unwavering love and encouragement.
Rashid Khan Says “Delhi Dilwalon Ki” After Historic Win
Rashid Khan‘s victory held a more profound purpose. He dedicated it to the people of Afghanistan who had endured the recent devastation of an earthquake. The earthquake claimed the lives of over 3,000 individuals, leaving the nation in mourning. Rashid hoped that this historic win would bring a much-needed smile to the faces of those who had suffered loss and tragedy.
In his words, “This is a big win for us. This kind of performance gives us the belief that we can beat any side on any day. Cricket is something that brings joy to the people back home. Winning the game against England is big for us. Lately, we had an earthquake back home. Over 3000 people lost their lives. I feel this victory will just give something to smile for the people back home.”
With their remarkable victory over England, Afghanistan’s confidence has received a substantial boost. They believe they can take on any cricketing adversary in the world. Their next challenge awaits on October 18th in Chennai, where they will confront New Zealand. As the cricketing world eagerly anticipates this encounter, Afghanistan’s extraordinary journey in the 2023 World Cup continues.
Delhi sach mein dil walon ki hai 🙌
A huge thank you to all the fans at the stadium who supported us and kept us going through out the game 🙏
And to all our supporters around the 🌍 thank you for your love 💙
— Rashid Khan (@rashidkhan_19) October 16, 2023
