Afghanistan’s cricket team captain, Rashid Khan, expressed his immense happiness following their win over Bangladesh, which resulted in Australia’s exit from the T20 World Cup 2024 semi-finals. He remarked, “I can sleep better now,” highlighting the significance of the victory.
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Rashid reminisced about Glenn Maxwell’s unforgettable century that led to Afghanistan’s defeat in the 2023 50-over World Cup in India, admitting that the loss had kept him awake all night. Contrasting that with the present, he noted that this time he might lose sleep due to overwhelming happiness shared by the entire team and their nation.
The Afghanistan captain emphasized cricket’s crucial role as a source of joy back home. He expressed gratitude for the opportunity to bring happiness to their people through cricket, underscoring how fortunate they feel to achieve this.
