Afghanistan's Hope in T20 World Cup: A Battle Against Odds

Afghanistan's T20 World Cup campaign hangs by a thread despite defeating UAE. Captain Rashid Khan remains hopeful as they prepare for their final group match against Canada. The team aims to end on a high note, showcasing their skill and making their nation proud, regardless of the outcome.


Devdiscourse News Desk | New Delhi | Updated: 16-02-2026 15:53 IST | Created: 16-02-2026 15:53 IST
Afghanistan's Hope in T20 World Cup: A Battle Against Odds
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Despite a win against the UAE, Afghanistan's T20 World Cup journey remains uncertain. With other results not favoring them, their move to the Super Eights hangs in balance. Captain Rashid Khan emphasizes playing with passion to make their country proud, even if their campaign ends prematurely.

The star spinner highlighted the team's strategy against Canada, noting their need for a positive mindset and solid cricket. Afghanistan showed resilience in their matches, opening their account after a close loss to South Africa. Omarzai's stellar performance against UAE demonstrated the team's potential and fighting spirit.

UAE captain Muhammad Waseem acknowledged his team's shortfall and praised his players' efforts. With a final match against South Africa looming, Waseem remains hopeful for a redeeming performance, showing the world their talent.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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