Gujarat Titans' premier spinner Rashid Khan has successfully found his rhythm in the SA20 league, delivering a promising performance for MI Cape Town. The leg-spinner, who captains the MICT side, secured his first wickets of the season in the recent match against Paarl Royals.
Rashid finished with figures of 2/31 from his four overs, showcasing the control and wicket-taking ability that makes him one of the most sought-after players globally. This performance is a positive sign for the Gujarat Titans camp, as the Afghanistan star builds crucial match fitness and form ahead of the upcoming IPL season, where his economical bowling will be vital to the team's success.

“Rashid Khan picked up his first couple of wickets in the previous match. The leg-spinner ended with figures of 2/31 in four overs. He can be expected to bowl well and increase his wicket tally in the upcoming match.”
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“Rashid Khan picked up his first couple of wickets in the previous match. The leg-spinner ended with figures of 2/31 in four overs. He can be expected to bowl well and increase his wicket tally in the upcoming match.”