Afghanistan opener Rahmanullah Gurbaz received Indian hearts even after his facet did not make the semifinal stage of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023. Gurbaz ended up with 280 runs in 9 matches at a mean of 31.11 with 2 fifties.
But after their ultimate match within the World Cup 2023 in opposition to South Africa in Ahmedabad, Gurbaz was seen distributing cash to destitute on the streets of town late at evening final weekend. The video of Gurbaz quietly gifting away cash to homeless folks on the pavements of Ahmedabad at an surprising hour—3 am went viral on social media. The footage, recorded by a resident of Ahmedabad, showcased Gurbaz’s dedication to creating a constructive affect off the sector.
Member of Parliament Shashi Tharoor applauded Gurbaz for his magnanimous gesture off the sector. “Just amazing act of kindness by Afghan batsman Rahmatullah Gurbaz to pavement dwellers in Ahmedabad after his last match. Far greater than any century he might score — and may he score many! Long may his career thrive, along with his heart,” Tharoor stated in a social media submit on X.
Just superb act of kindness by Afghan batsman Rahmatullah Gurbaz to pavement dwellers in Ahmedabad after his final match. Far better than any century he would possibly rating – and will he rating many! Long could his profession thrive, alongside together with his heart_. pic.twitter.com/hgeBubHNzv
— Shashi Tharoor (@ShashiTharoor) November 12, 2023
The video rapidly went viral on social media after it was first shared by the Ahmedabad resident, Love Shah. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) – Gurbaz’s IPL group – additionally shared the video during which the Aghan batter will be seen giving cash to folks sleeping on the pavement, hours earlier than the Afghanistan group returned residence after their heartwarming World Cup journey ended on Friday evening.
“From working tirelessly to raise money for the victims of the Herat Earthquake in Afghanistan earlier this month, to this act of kindness in a foreign land – you inspire us all. God bless you, jaani,” wrote KKR whereas sharing the video.
Afghanistan ended up in sixth place within the Points Table after the league levels simply behind Babar Azam’s Pakistan with 4 wins and 5 losses in 9 matches. Apart from these 4 wins, Afghanistan have received simply 1 matches beforehand within the ICC Cricket World Cup.