Rashid Khan dished out a match-winning performance not just with the ball but with the bat as well as Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) defeated Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the Qualifier 2 of Indian Premier League 2018 (IPL 2018). Rashid, who came to bat in at number eight, scored valuable 34 off just ten balls to take Sunrisers to a competitive total of 174. Rashid towards the end provided his side with a much-needed impetus as he smashed two fours and four sixes during his unbeaten stay.

The Afghanistan player was then equally impressive with the ball as he picked 3/19 in his four overs. Rashid dented Knight Riders as he removed dangerous trio of Chris Lynn, Robin Uthappa, and Andre Russell. SRH courtesy Rashid’s all-rounder performance defeated KKR by 14 runs and qualified for the IPL 2018 final. Sunil Narine's Birthday Celebrated By KKR Team Mates While SRH Camp Parties Hard After The Victory.

After the victory, SRH players celebrated the win at the team hotel with Rashid doing the honours of cutting the cake. During the celebrations, one of the SRH members offered Rashid a Champagne, which the spinner refused to have. As per Islam, alcohol is prohibited and Rashid being a Muslim obliged to it. IPL 2018 Final: Here Is How SRH Won the Title in 2016.

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Meanwhile, SRH will be hoping that Rashid emulates his performance when they face Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the final on Sunday. This will be the second IPL final for Sunrisers, who have won 2016 edition of the tournament. On the other hand, CSK will be playing in their seventh IPL final. The MS Dhoni-led side has won two IPL titles.

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