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After defeating Bangladesh in their last Super 8 clash of the ongoing T20 World Cup 2024, Rashid Khan-led Afghanistan qualified for the tournament's semifinal. This is the first time that Afghanistan cricket team made it to the semifinal in the tournament's history. After qualifying for the semis, Rashid Khan received a surprise video call from The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Afghanistan, Mr. Amir Khan Muttaqi to congratulate on their victory.
Afghanistan Cricket Board shared the video of Mr Amir Khan Muttaqi congratulating the side for their win and wished the team continued success. Here is the clip:
“The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Afghanistan, Mr. Amir Khan Muttaqi, congratulated Rashid Khan, the captain of the Afghan team, on reaching the semi-finals of the World Cup and wished the team continued success,” posted their cricket board.
Afghanistan will now face South Africa in the semifinal which will take place at Brian Lara Cricket Stadium on June 27 and is scheduled to start at 6 AM IST.
What happens if the South Africa vs Afghanistan semifinal on June 27 washed out.
If the semifinal between South Africa and Afghanistan washed out then there will be a reserve day for the clash. The match will take place on June 28 and if the reserve day also washed out then South Africa will directly qualify for the final.
Afghanistan's performance in the ongoing T20 World Cup.
Afghanistan performed brilliantly in the ongoing season of the T20 World Cup they recently took their ODI World Cup revenge against Australia by defeating them in the Super 8 of the marquee event. They won their two consecutive matches to qualify for the semi-final. They defeated Bangladesh and Australia in two consecutive matches to seal their berth in the semis.
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Afghanistan confirms semi-final spot
Batting first Afghanistan was restricted to 115/5 runs and it did not seem enough but they bowled out Bangladesh on 105 runs to win the match. This ensured their qualification and the elimination of the Australian team from the race for the semi-finals. Afghan captain Rashid Khan also said that this moment is no less than a dream for their team.
“It's something like a dream for us as a team being in the semifinal. It's all about the way we have started the tournament. The belief came while we beat New Zealand. It's unbelievable, I don't have any words to describe my feelings. Back home, everyone is so happy for this big achievement. The only guy who put us in the semifinal was Brian Lara and we proved that right. Before the competition at the welcome party, I told him, 'We won't let you down. We'll make it through and prove you're right.' I am proud of this team,” said Rashid Khan in the post-match presentation.
“It's a massive celebration back home now. It's a big achievement for us. We have done that in the Under-19 level, being in the semifinal. But in this World Cup ... I don't have any words how to describe the feeling. The country will be very proud. I am so happy the way we have delivered as a team. We took the responsibility. Being in the semis is big, now we have to go with a clear mind. We'll have to keep things simple and make sure we enjoy the big occasion,” he added.
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