Trailing 1-0 in the three-match T20I series against Ireland, Afghanistan’s Atalans won the toss and opted to bat first in the second match.
Despite early setbacks with the top order struggling against fierce new ball bowling from Josh Little and Mark Adair, Sediqullah Atal and Mohammad Nabi staged a recovery, setting the stage for a strong finish from the lower middle order, highlighted by Rashid Khan’s stylish no-look six, propelling Afghanistan to a competitive total.
On the last delivery of the 18th over, Barry McCarthy delivered a full toss aimed at the middle and leg stump to Rashid Khan, who was playing only his second competitive game since returning from injury.
Without even tracking the ball with his eyes, the right-handed batsman elegantly flicked it over deep backward square leg for a six, utilizing the pace of the ball to perfection.
We have seen that before! 😄
— Afghanistan Cricket Board (@ACBofficials) March 17, 2024
Just @RashidKhan_19 being Rashid Khan! 🤩👏🙌#AfghanAtalan | #AFGvIRE2024 pic.twitter.com/yxRqBibMQf
Rashid’s flair for innovative strokeplay was on full display, igniting a frenzy on Twitter with fans celebrating his remarkable comeback shot.