2019 World Cup: Afghanistan are here to make some good upsets, says Gulbadin Naib
5 years, 9 months ago

2019 World Cup: Afghanistan are here to make some good upsets, says Gulbadin Naib

India TV News  

Playing against top-ranked England on its home soil isn't more daunting for Afghanistan skipper Gulbadin Naib than any other game at the World Cup. The Old Trafford pitch showed some turn during India's win over Pakistan on Sunday and again is expected to assist the spinners, which helps an Afghan lineup that relies heavily on the slow bowlers and gives England the opportunity to recall Moeen Ali to bolster the batting and provide bowling backup to wrist-spinner Adil Rashid. Morgan said with Roy out for at least two games with a torn muscle in his left hamstring, James Vince would come into the England lineup as an opener and Joe Root, who scored an unbeaten century when he opened in the eight-wicket win over West Indies last Friday, would revert to No. Afghanistan had some important wins over Sri Lanka and Pakistan and a draw with India last year at the Asia Cup, and beat West Indies to clinch top spot in the World Cup qualifying tournament.

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Upbeat Afghanistan plots Australia’s downfall
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Upbeat Afghanistan plots Australia’s downfall

The Hindu  

“You think we will come only to play with Maxwell? Do you think it will be like that?,” asked Afghanistan captain Hashmatullah Shahidi, as he addressed the media ahead of the Champions Trophy group league fixture against Australia. He paused for a moment, and added with a smile: “We have plans for the entire Australian team and I know that …

Buoyant Afghans plot Australia downfall after dumping out England
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Buoyant Afghans plot Australia downfall after dumping out England

Hindustan Times  

Afghanistan skipper Hashmatullah Shahidi on Thursday targeted another big scalp in the form of Australia after knocking England out of the Champions Trophy, with a semi-final spot the prize. Next they play world champions Australia at Lahore's Gaddafi Stadium on Friday in their final group match and must win to reach the last four of the eight-nation tournament. "Obviously a …

Shoaib Akhtar recalls inspiring message to Afghan player, celebrates England's exit
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Shoaib Akhtar recalls inspiring message to Afghan player, celebrates England's exit

India Today  

Pakistan cricket legend Shoaib Akhtar was thrilled after Afghanistan's thrilling win over England in the Champions Trophy on February 26. Akhtar shared how he had encouraged Naib to do whatever it takes to secure victories against England and Australia, a message that seemed to have inspired Afghanistan’s fighting spirit. Afghanistan’s historic 8-run victory over the defending champions knocked England out …

Afghanistan send England packing to reinforce giant-slayer legacy as Zadran, Omarzai fuel shock Champions Trophy exit
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Afghanistan send England packing to reinforce giant-slayer legacy as Zadran, Omarzai fuel shock Champions Trophy exit

Hindustan Times  

Afghanistan stunned England yet again in an ICC tournament, defeating the side at the ongoing Champions Trophy 2025 to knock Jos Buttler’s men out of the tournament. Afghanistan's Azmatullah Omarzai celebrates with teammates after taking a catch to dismiss England's Jamie Smith Despite Joe Root’s valiant century, England crumbled under pressure, unable to chase down the 326-run target as they …

AFG vs ENG: England, Afghanistan in deep water in race for semi-final
3 weeks, 5 days ago

AFG vs ENG: England, Afghanistan in deep water in race for semi-final

India Today  

England and Afghanistan have found themselves in a rabbit hole ahead of their Group B clash in the Champions Trophy on Wednesday, February 26. Following Wednesday’s abandoned clash, England and Afghanistan find themselves in deep trouble, as the loser will crash out of the tournament. Champions Trophy: Full Coverage | Points Table Lahore's weather on Wednesday isn’t overly bad, but …

AFG vs ENG, Champions Trophy Highlights: Afghanistan knock out England with 8-run win in Lahore
3 weeks, 5 days ago

AFG vs ENG, Champions Trophy Highlights: Afghanistan knock out England with 8-run win in Lahore

India Today  

23:19 IST: Hashmatullah Shahidi, the skipper of Afghanistan, says that he is pretty happy with the team’s effort and the entire nation back home will be happy for this win as an underdog has rewritten history again. Adds that it was a wholesome experience beating England in the World Cup 2023 and they are improving day-by-day which is showing in …

Zadran 177, Omarzai fifer lead Afghanistan to 8-run win, England knocked out of Champions Trophy
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Zadran 177, Omarzai fifer lead Afghanistan to 8-run win, England knocked out of Champions Trophy

New Indian Express  

LAHORE: Ibrahim Zadran's majestic 177 and pacer Azmatullah Omarzai's fifer trumped Joe Root's masterful hundred, as the brave Afghanistan registered a thrilling 8-run win to knock a largely-insipid England out of the Champions Trophy here on Wednesday. England are winless after two matches and in their last league match in Group B they will face South Africa, who already have …

AFG vs ENG, Champions Trophy Dream11 prediction: Best fantasy picks for Afghanistan vs England match in Lahore
3 weeks, 5 days ago

AFG vs ENG, Champions Trophy Dream11 prediction: Best fantasy picks for Afghanistan vs England match in Lahore

India TV News  

AFG vs ENG, Champions Trophy Dream11 prediction: Best fantasy picks for Afghanistan vs England match in Lahore The build-up to the England-Afghanistan clash has been a bit political but the focus will shift to cricket once it ticks 1:30 PM on the clock in Lahore on Wednesday afternoon as it is now-or-never situation for either of the teams in the …

ICC Champions Trophy 2025 preview: Afghanistan vs England Group match in Lahore on February 26, 2025
3 weeks, 6 days ago

ICC Champions Trophy 2025 preview: Afghanistan vs England Group match in Lahore on February 26, 2025

The Hindu  

A battered England will hope to keep their Champions Trophy hopes alive when they face a dangerous Afghanistan in a crucial group B match in Lahore on Wednesday. The days of England's white ball supremacy are far behind now, as the former world champions’ creaking unit even failed to defend a 350-plus total against Australia in their tournament opener. Afghanistan’s …

Afghanistan vs England, all you need to know: Lahore pitch report, playing XI
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Afghanistan vs England, all you need to know: Lahore pitch report, playing XI

India Today  

Afghanistan and England are all set to lock horns with each other in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 on Tuesday, February 25 at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore. Champions Trophy: Full Coverage | Points Table Afghanistan vs England : Live streaming Details Star Sports will broadcast the match from 2:30 PM IST which will also be available on Sports18. Lahore Pitch Report …

AFG vs ENG: Shahidi confident Afghanistan can replicate World Cup heroics vs England
3 weeks, 6 days ago

AFG vs ENG: Shahidi confident Afghanistan can replicate World Cup heroics vs England

India Today  

Hashmatullah Shahidi stated that Afghanistan will carry the confidence from their 2023 World Cup victory over England into their upcoming Group B clash in the 2025 Champions Trophy. October 15, 2023, was a landmark day for Afghan cricket as they secured a 69-run win over England at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi. Champions Trophy: Full Coverage | Points …

CT: Afghanistan eye another good show, Proteas aim to shed chokers tag
1 month ago

CT: Afghanistan eye another good show, Proteas aim to shed chokers tag

Deccan Chronicle  

Karachi: Debutants Afghanistan will aim to continue their impressive rise in white-ball cricket, while South Africa will once again attempt to shed the 'chokers' tag when the two sides kick off their Champions Trophy campaign here on Friday. South Africa's biggest challenge heading into the tournament is their depleted bowling attack as key pacers Anrich Nortje, Nandre Burger, and Gerald …

Afghanistan all-rounder Gulbadin Naib fined for ICC Code of Conduct breach
3 months, 1 week ago

Afghanistan all-rounder Gulbadin Naib fined for ICC Code of Conduct breach

Hindustan Times  

Dubai, : Afghanistan's Gulbadin Naib has been fined 15 per cent of his match fee for breaching Level 1 of the ICC Code of Conduct during the second T20I against Zimbabwe in Harare on Friday, according to ICC. Afghanistan all-rounder Gulbadin Naib fined for ICC Code of Conduct breach ICC stated that Naib has been penalised for violating Article 2.8 …

ZIM vs AFG: Afghanistan all-rounder Gulbadin Naib fined 15 per cent of match fee for showing dissent
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3 months, 1 week ago

ZIM vs AFG: Afghanistan all-rounder Gulbadin Naib fined 15 per cent of match fee for showing dissent

The Hindu  

Afghanistan all-rounder Gulbadin Naib was fined 15 per cent of his match fee for showing dissent at an umpire’s decision during the second T20I against Zimbabwe in Harare on December 13, the International Cricket Council said on Saturday. “Afghanistan’s Gulbadin Naib has been fined 15 per cent of his match fee for breaching Level 1 of the ICC Code of …

Bangladesh Set to Strike Back at Afghanistan in Sharjah
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Bangladesh Set to Strike Back at Afghanistan in Sharjah

The Hindu  

Bangladesh will be looking to bounce back from their Test series defeat against South Africa when they take on Afghanistan in a three-match ODI series in Sharjah. Bangladesh sits eighth in the ICC ODI team rankings, just ahead of Afghanistan, who are ranked ninth. Afghanistan is on a high in limited overs cricket, having beaten top nations including England, Pakistan …

Afghanistan Dominates in Thrilling Final, Secures Emerging Asia Cup Title
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4 months, 3 weeks ago

Afghanistan Dominates in Thrilling Final, Secures Emerging Asia Cup Title

India Today  

Afghanistan A emerges victorious in the Emerging Asia Cup final, defeating Sri Lanka A in a low-scoring encounter. Bilal Sami and Allah Ghanzanifar shine with the ball, bowling a combined 10/22 and 14/2 respectively. Afghanistan's bowling attack holds control throughout the match, restricting Sri Lanka's scoring and securing the title.

India A vs Afghanistan A Live Score ACC Men's T20 Emerging Teams Asia Cup 2024 Semi-Final: Varma-led IND A vs AFG A
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4 months, 3 weeks ago

India A vs Afghanistan A Live Score ACC Men's T20 Emerging Teams Asia Cup 2024 Semi-Final: Varma-led IND A vs AFG A

Hindustan Times  

India A will face Afghanistan A in the semi-final of the ACC Emerging Teams Asia Cup 2024. India A have been undefeated so far in the tournament, while Afghanistan began their campaign with a win against Sri Lanka A, followed by another win vs Bangladesh A. However, Afghanistan suffered a defeat against Hong Kong in their previous match.

Rashid Khan Reacts To Afghanistan's Humiliating Loss In SA vs AFG T20 World Cup Semifinal
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Rashid Khan Reacts To Afghanistan's Humiliating Loss In SA vs AFG T20 World Cup Semifinal

ABP News  

SA vs AFG T20 World Cup Semifinal highlights: South Africa attained a crushing 9-wicket win over Afghanistan at the Brian Lara Stadium in Trinidad on Thursday to advance to the T20 World Cup 2024 Finals. During the post-match discussion, captain Rashid Khan explained that the challenging conditions in Trinidad prevented Afghanistan from executing their plans effectively. As I said, it …

'Australians are not squeaky clean when it comes to…': Michael Clarke's truth bomb on Gulbadin Naib 'cheating' claims
8 months, 3 weeks ago

'Australians are not squeaky clean when it comes to…': Michael Clarke's truth bomb on Gulbadin Naib 'cheating' claims

Hindustan Times  

Gulbadin Naib's dramatic fall while fielding at slips during Afghanistan's T20 World Cup Super Eight match against Bangladesh is one of many moments that have made headlines from the remarkable game. Former Australia captain Michael Clarke, however, has said that it is better to just let it go and celebrate Afghanistan's remarkable achievement. Afghanistan's extraordinary run It all contributed to …

Naib was trying to win a World Cup match for his team: Ashwin backs Afghan all-rounder
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Naib was trying to win a World Cup match for his team: Ashwin backs Afghan all-rounder

Hindustan Times  

Chennai, Veteran off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin felt the on-field histrionics of Afghanistan’s Gulbadin Naib against Bangladesh were justified because it happened in a must-win Super Eight match for his side in the ongoing T20 World Cup. Naib was trying to win a World Cup match for his team: Ashwin backs Afghan all-rounder Naib, who was fielding in the slip cordon, fell …

'8th wonder of the world': Ian Smith, Adam Gilchrist's hilarious reaction to Gulbadin Naib's hamstring troubles
8 months, 3 weeks ago

'8th wonder of the world': Ian Smith, Adam Gilchrist's hilarious reaction to Gulbadin Naib's hamstring troubles

Hindustan Times  

Among the many things that made headlines in Afghanistan's victory over Bangladesh in the T20 World Cup, which helped them book a historic semifinal spot for themselves, was all-rounder Gulbadin Naib's apparent hamstring injury. Footage was shown moments later of head coach and former England batter Jonathan Trott signalling to the players to slow things down as Bangladesh were behind …

No matter what happens now, this is Afghanistan’s World Cup
8 months, 3 weeks ago

No matter what happens now, this is Afghanistan’s World Cup

The Hindu  

In the recent past, Afghanistan have become the second favourite team of cricket fans in international tournaments. If you asked them before the start of the T20 World Cup, “If not your country, which team would you like to see win?”, most would have answered, “Afghanistan”. Now they have two bowlers in the world’s Top 10 and a batter in …

T20 World Cup 2024: Afghanistan’s run to semifinals will inspire youth back home, says Rashid Khan
8 months, 3 weeks ago

T20 World Cup 2024: Afghanistan’s run to semifinals will inspire youth back home, says Rashid Khan

The Hindu  

Skipper Rashid Khan believes that Afghanistan’s maiden T20 World Cup semifinal qualification, following spectacular wins over New Zealand and Australia along the way, is a momentous feat that will inspire the youth of the strife-torn nation. Afghanistan, who became a full ICC member only in 2017, scripted history by qualifying for its maiden T20 World Cup semifinal with a win …

T20 World Cup: How Afghanistan achieved their first-ever semi-final spot
8 months, 3 weeks ago

T20 World Cup: How Afghanistan achieved their first-ever semi-final spot

Firstpost  

Not many would have expected Afghanistan to reach the semi-finals in T20 World Cup 2024, but now that they are two matches away from glory, it’s worth looking at how Afghanistan created history. Afghanistan, led by skipper Rashid Khan, qualified for their first-ever semi-final of a major ICC tournament when they beat Bangladesh by eight runs in a rain-curtailed Super …

Gulbadin Naib's 'hamstring injury' during Afghanistan vs Bangladesh match sparks controversy
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Gulbadin Naib's 'hamstring injury' during Afghanistan vs Bangladesh match sparks controversy

Firstpost  

Gulbadin Naib’s so-called hamstring injury sparked a controversy on social media with experts and fans slamming the Afghanistan all-rounder for the incident. Gulbadin Naib’s sudden and surprising bout of cramp during Afghanistan’s Super Eight match against Bangladesh has become a topic of scrutiny for commentators and fans on social media. Congratulations, Afghanistan 🇦🇫 Also, Gulbadin Naib is running the fastest …

Gulbadin Naib Accused Of Faking Injury To Waste Time In AFG vs BAN T20 World Cup Match. Watch Viral Video
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Gulbadin Naib Accused Of Faking Injury To Waste Time In AFG vs BAN T20 World Cup Match. Watch Viral Video

ABP News  

Gulbadin Naib Faking Injury Viral Video: Afghanistan secured a historic eight-wicket win against Bangladesh in rain-hit AFG vs BAN T20 World Cup Super 8 match on Tuesday in St Vincent. Meanwhile, Afghanistan player Gulbadin Naib's apparent cramp during AFG vs BAN Super 8 match faced scrutiny from the commentators and fans, especially since it occurred at a critical juncture of …

'Oscar-worthy Acting': Gulbadin Naib's Dramatic Fall After Afghanistan Coach's 'Rain Call' Sparks Memes
8 months, 3 weeks ago

'Oscar-worthy Acting': Gulbadin Naib's Dramatic Fall After Afghanistan Coach's 'Rain Call' Sparks Memes

News 18  

Gulbadin Naib stole the spotlight with what commentators dubbed an “Oscar-worthy” performance during a nail-biting T20 World Cup clash against Bangladesh in Kingstown. The commentary team erupted into laughter, and social media flooded with memes, christening Naib’s antics as “Oscar-worthy.” Take a Look: Cannot stop howling at this!Naib, first man to get hamstring injury by air. He came back and …

Adam Zampa, Michael Vaughan fume at Gulbadin Naib's unacceptable act as Afghanistan knock Australia out of T20WC
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Adam Zampa, Michael Vaughan fume at Gulbadin Naib's unacceptable act as Afghanistan knock Australia out of T20WC

Hindustan Times  

Gulbadin Naib's heroic show on Sunday, in which he picked up four wickets for just 20 runs and grabbed a stunning catch, saw Afghanistan stun Australia, leaving them in a precarious spot in the race to make the T20 World Cup semifinal. Two days later, the all-rounder was accused of cheating during Afghanistan's win against Bangladesh in the final Super …

'Oscar-worthy' Gulbadin Naib collapses after Trott urges Afghanistan to 'slow things down', sparks laugh riot on live TV
8 months, 3 weeks ago

'Oscar-worthy' Gulbadin Naib collapses after Trott urges Afghanistan to 'slow things down', sparks laugh riot on live TV

Hindustan Times  

Gulbadin Naib delivered an 'Oscar-worthy' acting performance, as the commentators put it, during his team's crunch T20 World Cup Super Eight tie against Bangladesh in Kingstown on Tuesday. Gulbadin Naib went down immediately after Jonathan Trott signalled Afghanistan to slow things down As Trott used his hand gestures to convey his message, Gulbadin, who was fielding at first slips in …

AFG vs BAN, T20 World Cup 2024: Gulbadin Naib appears to fake an injury, sparks ‘Spirit of Cricket’ debate
8 months, 3 weeks ago

AFG vs BAN, T20 World Cup 2024: Gulbadin Naib appears to fake an injury, sparks ‘Spirit of Cricket’ debate

The Hindu  

Gulbadin Naib went down with an injury at first slip in the 12th over of the second innings during the Super Eight match between Bangladesh and Afghanistan in St Vincent on Tuesday. The incident sparked controversy as moments earlier Afghanistan head coach Jonathan Trott was signalling his players to slow down the proceedings with rain around the corner. At the …

Gulbadin Naib accused of faking injury as Afghanistan knock Australia out of T20 World Cup
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Gulbadin Naib accused of faking injury as Afghanistan knock Australia out of T20 World Cup

The Telegraph  

Gulbadin Naib was accused of faking injury to waste time before taking a wicket that helped secure Afghanistan’s first ever World Cup semi-final, eliminating Australia and sparking scenes of joy in Kabul. Afghanistan needed to beat Bangladesh to take their place in the World Cup semi-final at Australia’s expense – and they won a rain-affected classic in St Vincent to …

Netizens in awe after Afghanistan stun Australia in T20 World Cup, say: ‘Success is the sweetest revenge’
9 months ago

Netizens in awe after Afghanistan stun Australia in T20 World Cup, say: ‘Success is the sweetest revenge’

Live Mint  

Rashid Khan-led Afghanistan on 23 June penned history in the T20 World Cup 2024, as the stunned and defeated Australia by 21 runs in their second Super Eight clash at the Arnos Vale Ground in Kingstown. For Afghanistan, Gulbadin Naib picked up 4 wickets, Naveen-ul-Haq, Naveen-ul-Haq took three, while Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi and Rashid Khan picked one each. Following …

Inspired Afghanistan stun Australia, keep World Cup semis hopes alive
9 months ago

Inspired Afghanistan stun Australia, keep World Cup semis hopes alive

Hindustan Times  

-Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Ibrahim Zadran shared an opening stand of 118 before Gulbadin Naib took over to drive Afghanistan to a 21-run win over Australia in St Vincent on Saturday and keep alive their hopes of reaching the Twenty20 World Cup semi-finals. Inspired Afghanistan stun Australia, keep World Cup semis hopes alive A win for Australia would have sent the …

T20 WC: Gulbadin comes to rescue, helps Afghanistan pull off historic win over Australia in Super 8
9 months ago

T20 WC: Gulbadin comes to rescue, helps Afghanistan pull off historic win over Australia in Super 8

Hindustan Times  

Kingstown, : Australia were left flabbergasted following an inspirational spell from Afghanistan bowlers led by Gulbadin Naib and Naveen-ul-Haq, which sealed a 21-run win for the Asian side in the Super 8 clash of the ongoing T20 World Cup at Arnos Vale Ground. T20 WC: Gulbadin comes to rescue, helps Afghanistan pull off historic win over Australia in Super 8 …

Afghanistan stun Australia with 21-run T20 World Cup win
9 months ago

Afghanistan stun Australia with 21-run T20 World Cup win

Hindustan Times  

Gulbadin Naib was Afghanistan's man with the golden arm, bowling his team to a surprise 21-run victory over previously unbeaten Australia in their Group One Super Eight encounter in the T20 World Cup at the Arnos Vale Stadium on Saturday. Afghanistan stun Australia with 21-run T20 World Cup win Set a target of 149, Glenn Maxwell had the Test and …

AFG vs AUS, T20 World Cup 2024 Super 8: Gulbadin’s golden arm lifts Afghanistan to stunning win over Australia
9 months ago

AFG vs AUS, T20 World Cup 2024 Super 8: Gulbadin’s golden arm lifts Afghanistan to stunning win over Australia

The Hindu  

Gulbadin Naib was Afghanistan’s man with the golden arm, bowling his team to a tense 21-run victory over previously unbeaten Australia in a Group One Super Eight encounter of the T20 World Cup at the Arnos Vale Stadium in St Vincent on Saturday. Set a target of 149, Glenn Maxwell kept the Test and One-Day champions on course until he …

T20 World Cup 2024: Confident of restricting India with our bowling options, says Afghanistan fielding coach McDermott
9 months ago

T20 World Cup 2024: Confident of restricting India with our bowling options, says Afghanistan fielding coach McDermott

The Hindu  

Afghanistan’s fielding coach Shane McDermott is confident to restrict India’s star-studded and power-packed batting lineup to the “smallest total” when his side faces Rohit Sharma’s men on Thursday in a Super 8 T20 World Cup clash. McDermott is not solely relying on Afghan pacer Fazalhaq Farooqi, who is the highest wicket-taker of the tournament so far with 12 scalps, as …

T20 World Cup 2024 | Afghanistan’s coming-of-age story: no longer a shock or upset
9 months ago

T20 World Cup 2024 | Afghanistan’s coming-of-age story: no longer a shock or upset

The Hindu  

Who would have imagined, after 40 group stage matches, that an Afghanistan player would be sitting atop both the leading run-scorers’ and wicket-takers’ charts in the T20 World Cup? New Zealand was asked to hunt down 160 but fell woefully short, bowled out for 75; Farooqi exposed the soft underbelly, and Rashid and Nabi shared six wickets to consign Kane …

Afghanistan beat PNG to advance at T20 World Cup as New Zealand eliminated
9 months, 1 week ago

Afghanistan beat PNG to advance at T20 World Cup as New Zealand eliminated

The Hindu  

Afghanistan underlined their growing status as the dark horses of the 2024 T20 World Cup with a seven-wicket victory over Papua New Guinea on Thursday to advance to the Super Eight phase of the competition and send New Zealand crashing out. Fazalhaq Farooqi added another three victims to his tournament-leading wicket tally as PNG were bundled out for 95 off …

ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024: Afghanistan team preview
9 months, 3 weeks ago

ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024: Afghanistan team preview

Al Jazeera  

Rashid Khan’s men must dig deeper in tough situations to push for a place in the ICC T20 World Cup semifinals. Captain: Rashid Khan Fixtures: Uganda, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, West Indies Best finish at T20 World Cup: Super Eight. Afghanistan enter the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 as one of the dark horses poised to cause an upset …

India vs Afghanistan FIFA World Cup Qualifier: Predicted lineups, team news, injuries
1 year ago

India vs Afghanistan FIFA World Cup Qualifier: Predicted lineups, team news, injuries

The Hindu  

The Blue Tigers is all set to face Afghanistan in its third group stage match of the second round, FIFA World Cup 2026 and AFC Asian Cup 2027 Preliminary Joint Qualification on March 21, 2024, in Abha, Saudi Arabia.. India is grouped with Qatar which is first with six points, followed by Kuwait, which is tied on second with three …

Ashwin's tweet on Afghanistan star Gulbadin Naib may pinch all 10 IPL franchise
1 year, 2 months ago

Ashwin's tweet on Afghanistan star Gulbadin Naib may pinch all 10 IPL franchise

Hindustan Times  

Two battle-harden warriors Mohammad Nabi and Gulbadin Naib were Afghanistan's most impact batters in the recently-concluded T20I series against India which the hosts won 3-0. Even in the third T20I in Bengaluru, It was the blistering 56-run stand for the fourth wicket in just 22 balls between Nabi and Gulbadin that brought Afghanistan back in their stiff 213-run chase. Afghanistan's …

Afghanistan, giant-killer of ODI World Cup 2023, gears up for T20Is against India in chilly conditions
1 year, 2 months ago

Afghanistan, giant-killer of ODI World Cup 2023, gears up for T20Is against India in chilly conditions

The Hindu  

The biting cold and chilly breeze failed to deter the Afghanistan cricketers from opting for a lengthy net session at the PCA ground on Tuesday. ACES Awards 2024 | Voting lines now open for Sportstar ACES Awards Unlike India, Afghanistan has warmed up for this series by expectedly scoring a 2-1 series win over the United Arab Emirates. With the …

Afghanistan's Najibullah Zadran sets his IPL goals clear: Get picked by RCB, lift the title with Virat Kohli
1 year, 3 months ago

Afghanistan's Najibullah Zadran sets his IPL goals clear: Get picked by RCB, lift the title with Virat Kohli

Hindustan Times  

The recent months have etched an unforgettable chapter in Afghanistan's cricketing history. Afghanistan clinched the highest number of wins by their team in a single World Cup campaign; however, the team was also part of a match that etched itself as one of the most memorable encounters in cricket history. Currently a part of the Morrisville Samp Army in the …

World Cup 2023: Afghanistan walk away after commendable campaign
1 year, 4 months ago

World Cup 2023: Afghanistan walk away after commendable campaign

Firstpost  

Afghanistan produced their best World Cup campaign with some incredible wins and have cause to be optimistic for the future. It has been Afghanistan’s best-ever World Cup after sixth place finish in Pool A of the 2015 World Cup and bottom place of the 2019 edition. Ibrahim Zadran, Azmat Omarzai, Rashid Khan were the pick of the lot with Zadran …

How Afghanistan’s rapid ascent in 2023 ODI World Cup came to be: A behind-the-scenes look
1 year, 4 months ago

How Afghanistan’s rapid ascent in 2023 ODI World Cup came to be: A behind-the-scenes look

The Hindu  

It’s a Sunday afternoon at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, and Jonathan Trott is one of the first to step onto the field to inspect the wicket. In this episode, Lavanya Lakshmi Narayanan is joined by Pranay Rajiv, Dhruva Prasad and Mayank to dissect the ODI World Cup campaigns of Afghanistan, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, England and the Netherlands. We …

World Cup 2023: Why Afghanistan deserve semis berth more than Pakistan, New Zealand | Sledging Room, Ep 82
1 year, 4 months ago

World Cup 2023: Why Afghanistan deserve semis berth more than Pakistan, New Zealand | Sledging Room, Ep 82

India Today  

The Cricket World Cup 2023 is entering the business end of the league stage and there has been some sensational matches. He became the first batsman to score a double century in an ODI run chase, breaking Shane Watson's record for the highest individual score in a successful run chase in ODI cricket. Former England captain Michael Vaughan and Australia's …

Don’t say ‘upset’: Shahidi on Afghanistan’s thrilling Cricket World Cup run
1 year, 4 months ago

Don’t say ‘upset’: Shahidi on Afghanistan’s thrilling Cricket World Cup run

Al Jazeera  

Afghanistan’s captain talks to Al Jazeera about his side’s dramatic campaign, winning mantras and their growing belief. Lucknow, India – Afghanistan have had a record-breaking Cricket World Cup campaign so far, beating three former champions to put themselves in contention for a first-ever semifinal, but captain Hashmatullah Shahidi does not like the term “upset” being used for the victories. “We …

Afghanistan skipper Shahidi leading by example
1 year, 4 months ago

Afghanistan skipper Shahidi leading by example

Hindustan Times  

For young Afghanistan skipper Hashmatullah Shahidi, overcoming challenges is second nature. Afghanistan's skipper Hashmatullah Shahidi being congratulated by team members and staff after winning the match against Netherlands in the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023, The 28-year-old embraced the challenge of captaincy in all formats in May, hoping to end the frequent upheavals in that role. When Afghanistan embarked …

Afghanistan have been the story of this World Cup and let no one tell you otherwise
1 year, 4 months ago

Afghanistan have been the story of this World Cup and let no one tell you otherwise

Hindustan Times  

From a single victory across two World Cups to a triumphant three wins in this edition, Afghanistan are red hot and on a roll. Up until last year, Afghanistan only had their moments – tying against India at the Asia Cup 2018 and then coming close to defeating Pakistan at last year's sub-continent tournament. Trott and Jadeja effect Recognising the …

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