Afghan cricketer Rashid Khan, his three brothers tie knot in Traditional Pashtun wedding ceremony | PICS

Rashid Khan wedding: Interestingly, Rashid Khan had once made a vow that he would only get married after Afghanistan won the Cricket World Cup.

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Afghan cricketer Rashid Khan's wedding (X/AfghanAtalan1)

Rashid Khan wedding: Afghanistan’s star cricketer Rashid Khan recently got married in a grand ceremony in Kabul. Known for his stellar spin bowling, Rashid was joined by his three brothers, who also tied the knot on the same day. The event was filled with joy and excitement, with several players from the Afghanistan cricket team adding to the celebrations.

Traditional Pashtun wedding ceremony

Rashid Khan, captain of Afghanistan's T20 cricket team, married according to Pashtun customs in the presence of family and friends. Media reports confirm that the wedding was a private affair, attended by close relatives and many prominent Afghan cricketers. Rashid’s three brothers also got married during the same ceremony, making it a memorable family event. Pictures of the grand celebration have gone viral on social media, giving fans a glimpse of the festivities.

Breaking a promise for love

Interestingly, Rashid Khan had once made a vow that he would only get married after Afghanistan won the Cricket World Cup. However, with this recent wedding, it seems Rashid decided to embrace the joy of marriage before achieving that particular milestone. The event took place at the luxurious Imperial Continental Hotel in Kabul, where fireworks lit up the sky, adding to the celebratory mood.

Afghan cricketers attend the wedding

The wedding was a star-studded affair, with several notable figures from the Afghanistan cricket team in attendance. The Afghanistan Cricket Board CEO, Naseeb Khan, graced the occasion, along with senior player Mohammad Nabi. Other prominent cricketers like Azmatullah Omarzai, Najibullah Zadran, Rahmat Shah, and Mujeeb ur Rahman were also present, as well as several young talents from the national team.

Rashid Khan is a global cricket icon

Rashid Khan is not only a beloved figure in Afghanistan but also a global cricket sensation. Having played in various international leagues, his fame has grown beyond national borders. As the captain of the Afghanistan T20 team, Rashid led the squad to the semi-finals of an ICC tournament for the first time, making history for the country.

While fans eagerly await more details about the wedding, the celebration marks another important milestone in Rashid's life, both personally and professionally.