Afghanistan’s star cricketer Rashid Khan is counted among the best T20 leg spinners in the world. As dangerous as his bowling is on the field, his personal life is equally challenging. While popularity is an achievement for most players, for Rashid this fame has brought many restrictions.
Made a surprising revelation in a conversation with Kevin Pietersen
Recently, during a conversation with former England captain Kevin Pietersen, Rashid Khan shared a shocking aspect of his life. Peterson asked him if he could roam the streets of Kabul like ordinary people. To this Rashid clearly replied, “No.”
Rashid Khan told that in Afghanistan he has to travel in a bulletproof car. This is not a luxury or status symbol, but is very important for their safety. According to him, being in the “wrong place at the wrong time” in a country with conditions like Afghanistan can prove dangerous.
Security is a common thing in Afghanistan
The most surprising thing in this conversation was that Rashid Khan described this kind of security arrangement as “normal”. While Kevin Pietersen was surprised to hear this, Rashid said in a very calm manner that many people in Afghanistan live in such conditions and this is the truth there.
Popularity became a reason for danger
Rashid Khan is one of the most famous citizens of Afghanistan today. He is recognized at the international level because of playing in IPL, BBL and other big T20 leagues of the world. Due to this popularity, he may become the target of anti-social and political elements.
Although Rashid Khan cannot roam freely in his own city, the pride in his heart for his country has not diminished at all. He tries to make Afghanistan proud in every match and remains an inspiration for the youth of the country.
