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Afghanistan Seeks Consolation Win vs. Canada
19 Feb
Summary
- Afghanistan aims for a final win after failing to reach Super 8s.
- Captain Rashid Khan emphasizes playing with the same planned mindset.
- This marks the first T20I meeting between Afghanistan and Canada.
Afghanistan's T20 World Cup 2026 journey concludes with a final group stage match against Canada. The team, which reached the semifinals in 2024, failed to advance to the Super 8s this year following consecutive losses, including a dramatic double Super Over against South Africa. Their previous match saw them secure their first victory of the tournament against the UAE.
Despite the earlier setbacks, Afghanistan's captain, Rashid Khan, stressed the importance of maintaining their planned approach. He indicated that the team would not underestimate Canada and would play with the same competitive mindset they brought to previous matches, acknowledging that smart decisions under pressure were lacking in crucial past games.
This match holds historical significance as it will be the inaugural T20 International fixture between Afghanistan and Canada. The game is scheduled to take place on Thursday, February 19, at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, commencing at 7 PM IST.
