ICC T20 World Cup 2024 Semis: AFG vs SA- [WATCH] Rashid Urges Support For A Special Fan Park In Kabul

Afghanistan cricket fans international are ready to cheer for Rashid Khan and his team. Strong aid is anticipated at the Brian Lara Cricket Stadium in Trinidad for their first T20 World Cup semi-final towards South Africa on Thursday, June 27. Back home, the streets of major towns might be filled with people helping Afghanistan as they purpose to maintain their dream run inside the T20 World Cup.

The Afghanistan Cricket Board announced on Wednesday that a special fan park would be established at the Kabul Cricket Ground. The main attraction will be live streaming of the semi-final match against South Africa, with free food and refreshments provided. The ACB invited fans in Kabul to come and cheer for the senior men’s team and enjoy the game.

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Rashid Khan appeared in a video message shared by the ACB, where he encouraged fans to support his team during their match against the Proteas.

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Afghanistan players have enjoyed widespread support from the cricket community during their impressive T20 World Cup journey. Rashid’s team shocked Australia and dominated Bangladesh in the Super 8 stage to reach their first-ever semi-final. They also convincingly defeated New Zealand in the group stage of the tournament.

Afghanistan will face South Africa in the first semi-final in Trinidad

Afghanistan fans have been reveling in a festive atmosphere, with viral visuals showing people flooding the streets to celebrate the cricket team’s success. The ACB shared photos of packed streets in Khost and Nangarhar provinces as people gathered to watch the live screenings and celebrate.

Heading into the semi-final, Afghanistan carries a strong sense of belief after their impressive performance in the tournament.

Meanwhile, South Africa has struggled with consistency but has managed to win some close matches. Despite being unbeaten, the Proteas will aim to improve their poor record in World Cup knockout stages, where they have historically underperformed.

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