RASHID KHAN SLAMS ICC OVER T20 WORLD CUP SCHEDULE: 'IF YOU SLEEP 1 HOUR...'

Rashid Khan expressed frustration over the demanding schedule and travel arrangements of the ICC World Cup, highlighting the impact it can have on player recovery. The ICC World Cup is known for its intense schedule, with teams travelling extensively between matches. This rigorous itinerary often leaves players with little time to rest and recover. Rashid's comments highlighted these challenges, emphasising the need for better planning and consideration.

"When you have a 4-hour delay flight, it's not easy. Doesn't matter if you sleep 1 hour, you have to be at your best," the Afghanistan captain said after winning the toss.

Rashid's comments come after South Africa's encounter with Afghanistan was allocated to Guyana, which led to a long flight for the Afghans and possibly tired them out.

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The 25-year-old's leg spinners's concerns are valid. Sufficient rest and recovery are crucial for athletes, especially for bowlers like him, who depend on peak physical fitness. Extended travel and delays can disrupt sleep patterns and affect performance on the field.

While the ICC has a complex task in scheduling a global tournament, Rashid's voice adds to the ongoing discussion about player well-being and its impact on high-pressure international cricket.

The ICC has faced significant criticism over its schedule, and this is not the first time that it has faced widespread criticism. The ODI World Cup in 2023 also met with much disapproval.

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Michael Vaughan Slams ICC Over Scheduling

Before the semi-final between South Africa and Afghanistan, former England captain Michael Vaughan also criticised the ICC's scheduling of the T20 World Cup matches, alleging a bias towards India.

"So Afghanistan qualify for the WC semi winning in St Vincent on Monday night .. 4 hr flight delay on Tues to Trinidad so no time to practice or get accustomed to a new venue .. utter lack of respect to players i am afraid," Vaughan wrote on X.

"Surely this Semi should have been the Guyana one .. but because the whole event is geared towards India it's so unfair on others," he added.

Afghanistan Crash Out Of T20 World Cup

Meanwhile, a clinical South Africa whisked away the Afghan challenge and qualified for their maiden T20 World Cup final with a nine-wicket win over Afghanistan in the semifinal. The Proteas bowled out Afghanistan for a paltry 56. They then raced to the target with 67 balls to spare.

Earlier opting to bat, things went awry for the Afghans as South African pacers made optimum use of the substantial seam movement on offer. Afghanistan were in complete disarray as they lost half their side inside the Powerplay.

The pace trio of Marco Jansen (3/16), Anrich Nortje (2/7) and Kagiso Rabada (2/14) snared seven wickets, while spinner Tabraiz Shamsi (3/6) claimed three wickets.

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