​Kenya’s Historic 2003 World Cup Run & The Fall of Kenyan Cricket | Aasif Karim (Ep. 4)

Welcome to Right Place Right Time, where we have historical conversations on epochal moments that have impacted humanity. Hosted by Stephen Maika. In the finale of this 4-part series, legendary sportsman Aasif Karim takes us inside the euphoria, geopolitical drama, and historic triumphs of Kenya hosting the 2003 ICC Cricket World Cup—and the tragic fall of Kenyan cricket that followed. In this episode (Part 4 of 4), we cover: Geopolitics in Sport: New Zealand’s refusal to play in Nairobi following the Kikambala bombing, and Aasif's personal appeal to NZ Captain Stephen Fleming. The 2003 World Cup Euphoria: Hosting matches alongside South Africa and Zimbabwe. Shocking the World: Beating Sri Lanka in Nairobi and qualifying for the Super 6s and Semi-Finals. The Iconic Spell: Inside Aasif’s legendary 3 wickets for 7 runs against Australia. The Aftermath: Board mismanagement, delayed player bonuses, and the tragic collapse of Kenyan cricket. Beyond Cricket: Aasif’s modern legacy—the Safinaz Foundation, launching film festivals, and raising the next generation of athletes. ABOUT THE GUEST: Aasif Karim is a Kenyan entrepreneur, philanthropist, and former multi-sport international athlete in Tennis and Cricket. He captained Kenya during its golden era, founded the Safinaz Foundation, and is a practicing Arbitrator & Accredited Mediator (CIArb UK). --------------------------------------------------- 🎙️ Right Place Right Time Podcast Hosted by Stephen Maika Subscribe for more deep-dive documentary conversations on African and global history. #AasifKarim #KenyaCricket #2003WorldCup #StephenFleming #AustraliaVsKenya #CricketHistory #RightPlaceRightTime Hosted by Stephen Maika WATCH THE FULL SERIES HERE: EP 1:    • How Indian Migration Built Kenya’s Sports ...   EP 2:    • ​How Kenya Stunned World Cricket: Defeatin...   EP 3:    • From Forced Retirement to World Cup Return...   Subscribe & Connect SUBSCRIBE TO RPRT:    / @rightplacerighttimepod   Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/show/1sdJSDZ... Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Email: rightplaceproductions@gmail.com Instagram: @rightplacepod YouTube: Right Place Right Time Podcast X: @rightplacepod Tiktok: Right Place Right Time Podcast Production & Credits Production: Media Production Limited (TBN Family Media) Photo Credits: Karims, A Sporting Dynasty, Getty Images. #aasifkarim #kenyacricket #crickethistory #worldcup2003 #africansports #untoldhistory #rightplacerighttime #aasifkarim #kenyacricket #crickethistory #worldcup2003 #icc #australia #australiacricket #indiacricket #newzealandcricket #stephenfleming #zimbabwecricket #bangladeshcricket Music by: Bensound.com/royalty-free-music License code: CXD3QLQ6KF8MQHMJ Artist: : Marcus P.