Afghanistan will face South Africa in the semi-final as both teams aim to reach the final for the first time. Afridi, who himself delivered a player of the match performance in the 2009 semi-final, reminisced about that match and talked about the strengths of South Africa.

“It is still fresh in my mind and brings a heartwarming smile whenever I reminisce about that time.

“It was one of my memorable performances, with a half-century and two wickets while going at four an over, and it helped the team reach the final, which we also won.

“This year’s competition will see a new finalist, Afghanistan or South Africa, which is refreshing.

“South Africa have match-winners of their own – Quinton de Kock has exhibited some of his brilliant ball-striking skills, while Anrich Nortje and Kagiso Rabada have shown great discipline with the ball.”