Afghanistan vs South Africa: Rashid Khan Wins Toss in ICC T20 World Cup Semifinal

In an exciting match at Tarouba, Trinidad and Tobago, Afghanistan’s captain Rashid Khan won the toss and decided to bat first against South Africa in the ICC T20 World Cup semifinal. This match is crucial as both teams are aiming for their first-ever final appearance in an ICC World Cup.

Team Performances

South Africa had an impressive group stage, finishing unbeaten in Group Two. Afghanistan, on the other hand, finished second in Group One, behind India, with two wins, including a historic victory over Australia.

Captains’ Statements

Rashid Khan, Afghanistan’s skipper, said, “We would like to bat first, it’s a fresh wicket and we will like to have a good total on the board. The middle-order has not got much time in the middle, they have to come out in the 15-16th over and it is not easy. It is good that the top-order has taken responsibility and they have batted very well. When you have a 4-hour delay flight, it is not easy. Does not matter if you sleep 1 hour, you have to be at your best. We are going with the same lineup.”

South Africa’s captain, Aiden Markram, commented, “We would have probably batted first as well but it’s a fresh wicket and we are not too upset about bowling first. We haven’t nailed it quite with the bat yet, conditions have been tough. Hopefully, we will do well with the bat and in the field and step up in the semi-final. Same team for us.”

Playing XI