Afghanistan’s journey in the tournament has come to an end amidst criticism of the pitch. They played bravely, with their victories over Australia and Bangladesh standing out as memorable moments.
However, they are disappointed they couldn’t perform better in their biggest match. Against South Africa, they were dismissed cheaply, managing only 56 runs, their lowest score ever in a semifinal. South Africa chased down the target in just 10 overs.
The focus shifted to the pitch, with criticism directed at the decision to use a new pitch without understanding its behavior. Ricky Ponting questioned this decision, suggesting that experimenting with the pitch in such a crucial match may not have been wise.
Despite the setback, Rashid Khan remains optimistic. He believes Afghanistan has the capability to compete with the best teams in the world. Rashid emphasized the importance of maintaining self-belief and improving their game for future tournaments.
Afghanistan’s road in the World Cup included notable victories over New Zealand, Australia, and Bangladesh, securing their place in the semifinals. However, they struggled against South Africa, failing to mount a significant challenge.