Asia Cup 2018: 3 reasons why Afghanistan might win the tournament

#2 Rashid Khan - The X-factor

Rashid's current form will be crucial in the Asia Cup

The story of Rashid Khan has been one of the most inspiring ones and has come a long way as an international cricketer. He is the number one bowler in the limited overs format and has performed consistently over two years.

Rashid has that X-factor which has taken the Afghanistan cricket to new heights and has also established as a Test playing nation. He has single-handedly won matches for the Afghan team with his accurate spin bowling.

The 20-year old spinner has also shown glimpses of his batting abilities and has scored runs in crucial moments. In the Asia Cup league stage against Bangladesh, he scored a match-winning 57 runs which changed the course of the match.

Rashid is an equally brilliant fielder and has been the complete package for the team. He has looked in ominous touch in this tournament, and if he performs the same way, then Afghanistan could create a history in the Asia Cup 2018.