“We haven't played the type of cricket we are famous for” - Rashid Khan after losing to Bangladesh

Afghanistan suffered an eight-run defeat to Bangladesh in the ninth match of the ongoing Asia Cup 2025 campaign in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday, September 16.

Delving into the details of the game, Bangladesh batted first and posted 154/5 in 20 overs. Tanzid Hasan was the star batter, amassing 52 runs in 31 balls with four fours and three sixes. Rashid Khan and Noor Ahmad scalped two wickets apiece.

In reply, Afghanistan got bundled out for 146 runs in 20 overs, losing the game by eight runs. Rahmanullah Gurbaz was the top scorer, amassing 35 runs in 31 balls with two fours and as many sixes. Mustafizur Rahman was the wrecker-in-chief with a three-wicket haul.

On that note, let’s take a look at who said what after the Bangladesh vs Afghanistan game.

“We were in the game till the end but couldn't finish it off. 30 off 18 balls was very gettable. We haven't played the type of cricket we are famous for - attacking cricket. We let a lot of pressure build on ourselves. The way we came back with the ball to restrict them under 160 was special, but with the batting we played some irresponsible shots. In T20 sometimes the opposition take the game away in the first six overs, but then you have to come back. Lots of learning for us from this game. In the Asia Cup each game is important. We need to be well prepared for Sri Lanka, it will be a big challenge for us,” Rashid Khan, Afghanistan captain, has stated.

“Winning the game was a relief, but we didn't bat very well in the last 4-5 overs. I felt there were enough runs but still we felt we were 15-20 runs short. The way Nasum and Rishad bowled was special, they really showed their skill. Today Tamim batted very well, the opening partnership was crucial. (On will he be supporting Sri Lanka now) I don't know, let's see,” Bangladesh captain Liton Das said.

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