T20 World Cup: Rashid Khan steps down as Afghanistan captain over selection controversy

Afghanistan captain Rashid Khan has stepped down from his publish as captain of the T20 crew with instant impact as he was not pleased with the squad that the board introduced for the upcoming World Cup within the United Arab Emirates.

Afghanistan cricket board had introduced the nationwide crew for the World Cup simply minutes earlier than Rashid Khan’s sensational resolution to resign. The selectors have named veterans Shapoor Zadran and wicketkeeper Mohammad Shahzad within the squad together with injury-prone quick bowler Hamid Hassan.

The T20 World Cup will probably be performed from October 17 to November 14 within the UAE this yr

“Because the captain and accountable individual for the nation, I reserve the appropriate to be a part of the collection of the crew.

“The choice committee and ACB (Afghanistan Cricket Board) has not obtained my consent for the crew which has been introduced by ACB media. I’m taking the choice of stepping down from the position as captain of Afghanistan T20 facet efficient instantly.

“It is at all times my delight taking part in for Afghanistan.” Rashid Khan stated in a press release on social media.