Afghanistan cricketer Rahmanullah Gurbaz is receiving widespread plaudits after a video capturing his&nbsp;act of kindness went viral on social media in India. Gurbaz, who opens batting for the Afghan team was seen distributing money to the poor on the eve of Diwali - a Hindu festival of lights.

Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) for whom Gurbaz plies his trade, took to X (formerly known as Twitter) to share the video which was reportedly captured by RJ Love Shah.&nbsp;

In the video, RJ Shah can be heard saying that he spotted Gurbaz outside his home at 3 am in the night in Ahmedabad, distributing money to the poor and needy. Gurbaz came looking out for the poor hours before he was scheduled to fly home with the squad.&nbsp;

"RJ Love Shah spotted @RGurbaz_21 near his home in Ahmedabad, quietly spreading some love ahead of Diwali, hours before the Afghanistan team returned home after their heartwarming World Cup journey ended on Friday night," posted KKR.&nbsp;

Upon watching the video, netizens lauded Gurbaz and called him a Good Samaritan for showing so much heart, both, on the field and off it as well.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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"That's what festivals should be about...to share happiness and love," said one user, while another commented: "This is the Afghanistan and India&nbsp;bond. Earlier, he won my heart with his stroke play and now this."

"More and more power to such amazing human beings. Mad respect for Gurbaz," a third added.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/world-cup-2023-naveen-ul-haq-retires-from-odi-cricket-after-afghanistans-dream-wc-run-657516">Also read |&nbsp;World Cup 2023: Naveen-ul-Haq retires from ODI cricket after Afghanistan's dream WC run</a>

<h2>Fan favourites Afghanistan&nbsp;</h2>

The Afghanistan team has already won the hearts of fans across the globe with their courageous brand of cricket. The giant-killing Afghans had a near-fairytale campaign where they thrashed&nbsp;England, Pakistan Sri Lanka and Netherlands&nbsp;while coming perilously close to upstaging five-time world champions Australia.

Throughout the tournament, the Afghan players received tremendous support from the Indian fans whichever venue they visited for the league matches. Gurbaz was a key part of the squad, scoring&nbsp;280 runs in nine matches at an average of 31.11 and a strike rate of 98.93. He made fifties in the team’s famous wins over England and Pakistan.

Owing to the upheaval in Afghanistan, the men's team has made India its base, with BCCI providing all the necessary amenities. The Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik Sports Complex in Greater Noida has become a second home for the Afghan side over the years and the players have become part of the Indian fabric.&nbsp;&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

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Afghanistan cricketer Rahmanullah Gurbaz is receiving widespread plaudits after a video capturing his act of kindness went viral on social media in India. Gurbaz, who opens batting for the Afghan team was seen distributing money to the poor on the eve of Diwali - a Hindu festival of lights.

Afghanistan cricketer Rahmanullah Gurbaz is receiving widespread plaudits after a video capturing his act of kindness went viral on social media in India. Gurbaz, who opens batting for the Afghan team was seen distributing money to the poor on the eve of Diwali - a Hindu festival of lights. Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) for whom Gurbaz plies his trade, took to X (formerly known as Twitter) to share the video which was reportedly captured by RJ Love Shah. In the video, RJ Shah can be heard saying that he spotted Gurbaz outside his home at 3 am in the night in Ahmedabad, distributing money to the poor and needy. Gurbaz came looking out for the poor hours before he was scheduled to fly home with the squad. "RJ Love Shah spotted @RGurbaz_21 near his home in Ahmedabad, quietly spreading some love ahead of Diwali, hours before the Afghanistan team returned home after their heartwarming World Cup journey ended on Friday night," posted KKR. Upon watching the video, netizens lauded Gurbaz and called him a Good Samaritan for showing so much heart, both, on the field and off it as well. अफगानिस्तान से आया एक फरिश्ता 🥹 RJ Love Shah spotted @RGurbaz_21 near his home in Ahmedabad, quietly spreading some love ahead of Diwali, hours before the Afghanistan team returned home after their heartwarming World Cup journey ended on Friday night. 🎥: RJ Love Shah |… pic.twitter.com/TOeUBKwXwh — KolkataKnightRiders (@KKRiders) November 12, 2023 × "That's what festivals should be about...to share happiness and love," said one user, while another commented: "This is the Afghanistan and India bond. Earlier, he won my heart with his stroke play and now this." "More and more power to such amazing human beings. Mad respect for Gurbaz," a third added. Also read | World Cup 2023: Naveen-ul-Haq retires from ODI cricket after Afghanistan's dream WC run Fan favourites Afghanistan The Afghanistan team has already won the hearts of fans across the globe with their courageous brand of cricket. The giant-killing Afghans had a near-fairytale campaign where they thrashed England, Pakistan Sri Lanka and Netherlands while coming perilously close to upstaging five-time world champions Australia. Throughout the tournament, the Afghan players received tremendous support from the Indian fans whichever venue they visited for the league matches. Gurbaz was a key part of the squad, scoring 280 runs in nine matches at an average of 31.11 and a strike rate of 98.93. He made fifties in the team’s famous wins over England and Pakistan. Owing to the upheaval in Afghanistan, the men's team has made India its base, with BCCI providing all the necessary amenities. The Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik Sports Complex in Greater Noida has become a second home for the Afghan side over the years and the players have become part of the Indian fabric. (With inputs from agencies)

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Pacer Hamid Hassan and former captain Asghar Afghan were on Monday named in Afghanistan's 15-strong World Cup squad headlined by IPL stars Rashid Khan and Mohammad Nabi.

Gulbadin Naib will lead the side which also features Mohammad Shahzad and spinner Mujeeb ur Rahman. Afghan was removed as captain in all formats earlier this year.

Hassan has been recalled after nearly a three-year hiatus.

However, his fitness remains under scrutiny after he had been laid low by a thigh injury. The 31-year-old has represented Afghanistan in 32 ODIs with 56 wickets to his credit.

"Luckily for us, the comeback of senior fast bowler Hamid Hassan is good news. However, we will take into account his form and fitness during upcoming practice matches," chief selector, Dawlat Khan Ahmadzai said in a statement.

"As chief selector, It is my duty to select a competitive team. However, there were some challenges that we needed to handle. We selected the best squad considering factors such as experience, fitness, team balance, current form and conditions," Ahmadzai said.&nbsp;

Ahmadzai said the side will aim to play inspirational cricket during the tournament which starts May 30 in the United Kingdom.

"It is has been a six-month preparation process for the ICC Cricket World Cup. The mission is to play inspirational cricket in the tournament; I know there are strong teams but we will do our level best to achieve our goals," he said.

Ikram Alikhil, Karim Janat and Sayed Shirzad were named the three designated reserves by the committee.

Squad: Gulbadin Naib (captain), Mohammad Shahzad (wk), Noor Ali Zadran, Hazratullah Zazai, Rahmat Shah, Asghar Afghan, Hashmatullah Shahidi, Najibullah Zadran, Samiullah Shinwari, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan, Dawlat Zadran, Aftab Alam, Hamid Hassan and Mujeeb ur Rahman.

Pacer Hamid Hassan and former captain Asghar Afghan were on Monday named in Afghanistan's 15-strong World Cup squad headlined by IPL stars Rashid Khan and Mohammad Nabi.

Pacer Hamid Hassan and former captain Asghar Afghan were on Monday named in Afghanistan's 15-strong World Cup squad headlined by IPL stars Rashid Khan and Mohammad Nabi. Gulbadin Naib will lead the side which also features Mohammad Shahzad and spinner Mujeeb ur Rahman. Afghan was removed as captain in all formats earlier this year. Hassan has been recalled after nearly a three-year hiatus. However, his fitness remains under scrutiny after he had been laid low by a thigh injury. The 31-year-old has represented Afghanistan in 32 ODIs with 56 wickets to his credit. "Luckily for us, the comeback of senior fast bowler Hamid Hassan is good news. However, we will take into account his form and fitness during upcoming practice matches," chief selector, Dawlat Khan Ahmadzai said in a statement. "As chief selector, It is my duty to select a competitive team. However, there were some challenges that we needed to handle. We selected the best squad considering factors such as experience, fitness, team balance, current form and conditions," Ahmadzai said. Ahmadzai said the side will aim to play inspirational cricket during the tournament which starts May 30 in the United Kingdom. "It is has been a six-month preparation process for the ICC Cricket World Cup. The mission is to play inspirational cricket in the tournament; I know there are strong teams but we will do our level best to achieve our goals," he said. Ikram Alikhil, Karim Janat and Sayed Shirzad were named the three designated reserves by the committee. Squad: Gulbadin Naib (captain), Mohammad Shahzad (wk), Noor Ali Zadran, Hazratullah Zazai, Rahmat Shah, Asghar Afghan, Hashmatullah Shahidi, Najibullah Zadran, Samiullah Shinwari, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan, Dawlat Zadran, Aftab Alam, Hamid Hassan and Mujeeb ur Rahman.

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