RASHID KHAN

‘King’ Rashid ties the knot in grand Kabul ceremony

Three of Rashid's brothers also tied the knot on the same night.

South Africa secure consolation win over Afghanistan in 3rd ODI

Aiden Markram's calm innings helped South Africa avoid suffering a series clean sweep by Afghanistan with a seven-wicket victory in the third one-day international in Sharjah on Sunday.

For Rashid, it’s all love for the game

The win sealed the series for Afghanistan, who had registered a first ever triumph over South Africa in the format after winning the opening ODI on Wednesday by six wickets.

Afghanistan seal South Africa series with 177-run victory

Afghanistan registered another emphatic victory over South Africa on Friday, beating them by 177 runs in the second one-day international to take an unbeatable 2-0 lead in the three-match series in Sharjah.

Rashid returns to Afghanistan squad for South Africa ODI series

The 25-year-old leg-spinner missed the one-off Test against New Zealand in India, which is likely to be washed out after four days of rain delays, because of medical advice to rest his back.

Rashid reprimanded for breaching ICC code of conduct during Bangladesh game

Rashid Khan showed his frustration during the final over of the first innings with an outburst that has earned him a sanction.

Rashid Khan: From refugee to Afghanistan's World Cup warrior

Rashid Khan's rise to become a multi-millionaire cricket superstar began in the most desperate of circumstances as a refugee living in the Pakistan city of Peshawar.

Afghanistan 'proved Brian Lara right’

Afghanistan have realised cricketing history in reaching the final four of the mega event, edging out Bangladesh in one of the most dramatic T20I contests of all time.

Rashid Khan can finally sleep after avenging Australia defeat

Cramped-up Glenn Maxwell's incredible double-century helped Australia snatch victory from the jaws of defeat in ICC 50-over World Cup in November, leading to Afghanistan falling just short of qualifying for the semi-finals.

December 16, 2023
December 16, 2023

'Crazy for cricket': Young Afghans inspired by national team's success

From pickup games in dusty parks or narrow alleys to high-intensity training at well-kitted academies, young Afghans have cricket fever -- a trend spiked by the surprise performance of the Afghan national team at the recent ODI World Cup.

November 23, 2023
November 23, 2023

Rashid Khan out of BBL with back injury

Star Afghanistan leg-spinner Rashid Khan pulled out of Australia's Big Bash League Thursday with a back injury that requires minor surgery, his team said.

November 10, 2023
November 10, 2023

Next to impossible challenge awaits Afghanistan

Afghanistan need a big victory in order to get a significant boost to their net run rate as they look to keep their World Cup 2023 semifinal hopes alive when they face a South Africa outfit looking to bounce back from a crushing defeat at the hands of India.

November 9, 2023
November 9, 2023

'I expected more', says Afghanistan captain as World Cup dream slips away

Afghanistan skipper Hashmatullah Shahidi said Thursday that he had "wanted and expected more" at the World Cup as dreams of a semi-final place slipped away.

November 2, 2023
November 2, 2023

Fans approach me for selfie with ‘Superstar’ Rashid, says Shahidi

Shahidi’s performances so far in this World Cup have forced everyone to take notice of the southpaw. 

October 17, 2023
October 17, 2023

Afghan upset adds desired spice

Prior to the Sunday's fixture in Delhi, the highly anticipated quadrennial tournament was following the expected route, more or less, devoid of any big upset that would force the casual fans to take notice.

October 15, 2023
October 15, 2023

Mujeeb dedicates Afghanistan triumph to Earthquake victims

Afghanistan spinner Mujeeb Ur Rahman on Sunday dedicated his team's stunning Cricket World Cup victory over champions England to the victims of the earthquakes which have rocked his country.

September 29, 2023
September 29, 2023

Rashid spin holds key for Afghanistan at World Cup

Rashid believes the more spin-friendly Indian wickets at this World Cup will give him the stage to shine and he hopes he can inspire the next generation of Afghan cricketers.

August 30, 2023
August 30, 2023

Taskin one of ICC’s six players set to dazzle at Asia Cup 2023

From the remaining five players from respective participants, one more pacer made the cut: pacer Jasprit Bumrah of India. Here is the full list of players to watch:

August 6, 2023
August 6, 2023

Fit-again Rashid named in Afghanistan squad for Pakistan ODIs

Ace spinner Rashid Khan was named on Sunday in Afghanistan's 16-member squad for the one-day international series against Pakistan.