Pakistan Cricket Team Comforts Rashid Khan Following Brother's Demise in Sharjah
In the opening match of the Tri-Series at Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Pakistan emerged victorious against Afghanistan by a margin of 39 runs. The Pakistani national cricket team, led by their star bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi, put up a strong performance, with Afridi himself bowling an inswinging yorker that bowled Ibrahim Zadran early in Afghanistan's innings.
Amidst the celebrations, the Pakistani team showed a heartwarming display of empathy towards their Afghan counterparts. Afridi was seen consoling Rashid Khan, the Afghan captain, who had recently lost his elder brother, Haji Abdul Halim Shinwari. Fakhar Zaman and other Pakistani players also offered comfort to Khan. Asghar Afghan, a former player and the previous captain of Afghanistan, expressed his condolences for Khan's loss.
Rashid Khan, despite his personal tragedy, put up a valiant fight, scoring a quickfire 16-ball 39, including five sixes. He also bowled an economical spell of 4-0-26-1. However, it was not enough to prevent Pakistan's win, with Haris Rauf taking 4 wickets for the Pakistani team.
Several Afghanistan players, including Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Sediqullah Atal, and Darwish Rasooli, also contributed to Afghanistan's total. Salman Ali Agha scored 53 runs for Pakistan in the match.
Off the field, condolences poured in for Rashid Khan from fellow cricketers and fans alike. Khan, visibly emotional, received prayers and support from his Pakistani counterparts. On social media, many Afghan players expressed their sympathies for Khan's loss.
In a positive note, four banks in Sterling announced that they are now offering 11% interest on savings for seniors.
This victory marks a strong start for Pakistan in the Tri-Series, as they look to defend their title against Afghanistan and the third team, yet to be announced. The next match is eagerly anticipated, with both teams showing promising performances in the opening game.
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