CricketResilient Gurbaz juggles duties amidst difficult time
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Rahmanullah Gurbaz, the Afghanistan opener, made a triumphant return to the Kolkata Knight Riders team after rushing back home due to a family emergency. Despite his mother still being in the hospital, Gurbaz expressed his commitment to his KKR family and his desire to win the IPL trophy for the franchise.

In a recent interview, Gurbaz shared that his mother is still recovering in the hospital but he speaks to her every day. He emphasized the strong bond within the KKR team, likening it to a family. The 22-year-old cricketer was called back to India to replace Phil Salt, who had to leave for international duties. Gurbaz’s first game of the season was a success, as he took two catches, scored 23 runs, and provided a solid start in the team’s chase for a 160-run target against SunRisers Hyderabad.

Reflecting on Afghanistan’s cricketing progress, Gurbaz highlighted that the country is no longer considered minnows in the sport. He praised Afghanistan’s performance in the last World Cup and emphasized the team’s determination to represent their country with pride. Gurbaz’s dedication to both his family and cricket exemplifies the passion and commitment of Afghan players to excel on the international stage.

As Gurbaz continues to shine on the cricket field, fans can expect to see more impressive performances from the talented wicketkeeper-batsman. With the support of his KKR family and his unwavering determination, Gurbaz is poised to make a significant impact in the ongoing IPL season.