A Calm Approach Before the Action
Afghanistan captain Rashid Khan has made it clear that his team is not entering the upcoming T20 tri-series in Sharjah with fixed goals or heavy expectations. Instead, he wants his players to focus on giving their best and enjoying their cricket.
Speaking to the media, Rashid explained, “We don’t want to put unnecessary pressure on ourselves by setting specific targets. What matters is that everyone gives 200% on the field and plays the brand of cricket we’ve shown before.”
Why It Matters
The tri-series — featuring Afghanistan, Pakistan and the UAE — is more than just a warm-up event. For Afghanistan, it’s a chance to build confidence and fine-tune their game ahead of the Asia Cup and later tournaments.
By keeping things simple, Rashid is trying to create an environment where players can perform freely, without worrying about strict objectives.
Building on Past Progress
Afghanistan have been steadily improving on the international stage. In the last couple of years, they’ve earned respect with strong performances in ICC tournaments.
The tri-series will test against solid opposition, but Rashid believes that focusing on effort and attitude, rather than set targets, is the best way forward.
What’s Next
The series kicks off in Sharjah, a venue where Afghanistan has a strong record. With a blend of young talent and experienced campaigners, they will be aiming to make a strong impact.
For Rashid, the message is simple: play fearless cricket and let the results follow.
