Rashid Khan smashes fastest fifty in Afghanistan's T20 league
Rashid Khan, the captain of Afghanistan's national cricket team, played a blazing knock in a Shpageeza Cricket League match. Rashid slammed the tournament's fastest-ever half-century, albeit in a losing cause. His team Speen Ghar Tigers lost to Amo Sharks in Match 16 at the Kabul International Stadium. The leg-spinner hammered a 26-ball 53, a knock that included his trademark strokes.
Rashid's innovative shots captivate audience
Rashid's batting performance was marked by a series of innovative shots, including his famous 'no-look' and 'helicopter' shots. He seemed unfazed by the increasing scoreboard pressure, displaying his skills as an all-rounder. This isn't the first time Rashid has demonstrated his batting prowess under pressure. He has previously delivered similar performances during tense chases in the Indian Premier League (IPL).
Rashid's partnership with Ikram Ali Khil
In the match against Amo Sharks, the Tigers were struggling at 20/5 in just 2.4 overs. However, Rashid and Ikram Ali Khil did damage-repair with a partnership worth 73 runs. During his impressive innings of 53 runs, Rashid hit 3 fours and 6 sixes, before falling to Mohammad Gul Alizai (ninth over).
Rashid's performance with the ball
Rashid also showcased his bowling skills in the match against Amo Sharks. He dismissed opener Abdul Malik, finishing with figures of 3-0-20-1. However, despite his all-round efforts, the Tigers lost the match. They fell short by 26 runs (as per the DLS method) in this rain-curtailed match.
Rashid strikes at over 147 in T20s
Rashid is arguably the most prolific wicket-taker in T20 cricket. H recently became the first spinner to complete 600 wickets in the format. Over the years, Rashid has also emerged as a handy pinch-hitter down the order. His ability to go all-out with impactful sixes at the death stands out. Rashid has tallied over 2,500 runs in the format, with his strike-rate going past 147.
