"Such A Wanted Player Around The World": India Great's Blockbuster Praise For Rashid Khan

Former India cricketer Sunil Gavaskar lauded Afghanistan's spin-bowling allrounder Rashid Khan for his performance in Gujarat Titans' thrilling 3-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals (RR) and said his commitment makes him as "a wanted player by franchises all around the world." Riding on a splendid knock of 72 off 44 from captain Shubman Gill, followed by a final flourish from Rashid (24 off 11 not out) and Rahul Tewatia (22 off 11), Gujarat Titans pulled off a thrilling last-ball win over Rajasthan Royals on Wednesday night.

Before showcasing his batting skills, the 25-year-old Afghan allrounder bowled an economical spell, finishing with figures of 1-18 in his four-over quota. He was adjudged Player of the Match for his all-round show in GT's win.

Speaking on to Star Sports on Cricket Live, Gavakskar praised Rashid's commitment to the game. "Yeah he didn't hit the wickets like he usually does, but when he was needed with the bat he came and delivered. This is the reason he's such a wanted player by franchises all around the world. They want him because they can see his commitment, batting, bowling and fielding.

"Look at the way he gives everything while he's fielding. Bowlers sometimes can be a little concerned about diving on their bowling shoulder, because if they dislocate their shoulder careers are in threat. Not with Rashid Khan, he just wants to give 100%."

"There's another cricketer who is not playing in this IPL but who's again similar is Ben Stokes. Anytime you see Ben Stokes batting, bowling or fielding he's a 100%, he gives it everything. And those are the cricketers that coaches and captains want, they might not always deliver but you know the percentage is not going to be anything less than a 100%," he added.

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