ICC World Cup preview | Afghanistan’s primary goal will be to improve its poor record
1 year, 3 months ago

ICC World Cup preview | Afghanistan’s primary goal will be to improve its poor record

The Hindu  

Afghanistan limped out of the 2019 ICC Cricket World Cup after losing all nine of its group-stage matches. In the previous edition, Afghanistan recorded its only win in an ODI World Cup fixture, when it edged out Scotland by one wicket. Gurbaz showed his class with a 151 against a strong Pakistan bowling line-up which included the likes of Shaheen Shah Afridi, Naseem Shah, Haris Rauf and Shadab Khan in the second ODI last month. There was a surprise in store on Wednesday when fast bowler Naveen-ul-Haq took to social media to announce that he would retire from ODI cricket after the World Cup.

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After UK politicians, South Africa's sports minister urges ICC to boycott Afghanistan cricket
2 days, 7 hours ago

After UK politicians, South Africa's sports minister urges ICC to boycott Afghanistan cricket

India TV News  

South Africa's sports minister Gayton McKenzie slammed the ICC for their 'hypocritical approach' towards women worldwide by allowing Afghanistan's men's cricket team in its tournaments on Thursday. Australia have a history of calling for a ban on Afghanistan cricket due to the Taliban government's stance against women athletes in the country and recently over 160 UK politicians urged the ECB …

Afghanistan achieve what top cricketing nations India and Pakistan have not in early Test cricket phase
4 days, 7 hours ago

Afghanistan achieve what top cricketing nations India and Pakistan have not in early Test cricket phase

India TV News  

Afghanistan cricket team has had a meteoric rise in Test cricket. They have now outclassed top teams in the world like India and Pakistan in a major record in Test cricket. Afghanistan have played 11 Test matches so far and have the second most wins by any team in their first 11 games. With four wins, six losses and one …

Rashid Khan's career-best helps Afghanistan register series win vs Zimbabwe
5 days, 7 hours ago

Rashid Khan's career-best helps Afghanistan register series win vs Zimbabwe

India Today  

Afghanistan registered a historic Test series win against Zimbabwe, clinching the second match by 72 runs in Bulawayo. Craig Ervine, the last recognised batter, was trapped lbw by Rashid moments later, sealing Afghanistan’s thrilling comeback win within just 15 deliveries on Day 5. 🙌 AfghanAtalan, led by @rashidkhan_19's impressive bowling performance of 7/66, secured a remarkable 72-run victory in the …

Afghanistan break Pakistan's world record during draw against Zimbabwe
1 week, 5 days ago

Afghanistan break Pakistan's world record during draw against Zimbabwe

India TV News  

Afghanistan have shattered an all-time record of Pakistan during their drawn game against Zimbabwe at the Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo. They have now shattered a historic record in Test cricket for taking the fewest number of Test matches to score 600 runs in the format. This was Afghanistan's 10th Test match, far fewer than Pakistan's previous record of getting to …

Afghanistan clinch series win vs Zimbabwe with 8-wicket triumph in 3rd ODI
3 weeks ago

Afghanistan clinch series win vs Zimbabwe with 8-wicket triumph in 3rd ODI

India Today  

Afghanistan sealed the three-match ODI series 2-0 against Zimbabwe with back-to-back resounding victories after the first game was washed out. Zimbabwe vs Afghanistan, 3rd ODI Updates Afghanistan win yet another series 𝐀𝐠ðÆ𝐇𝐀𝐍𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐍 𝐖𝐈𝐍 𝐓𝐇ðÄ 𝐒ðÄ𝐑𝐈ðÄ𝐒 𝟐-𝟎 🙌#AfghanAtalan have put on a remarkable all-round performance to win the third & final ODI by 8 wickets and secure a 2-0 series …

Afghanistan pacer Fazalhaq Farooqi fined for dissent during 2nd ODI vs Zimbabwe
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3 weeks, 1 day ago

Afghanistan pacer Fazalhaq Farooqi fined for dissent during 2nd ODI vs Zimbabwe

India Today  

Afghanistan fast bowler Fazalhaq Farooqi has been fined 15% of his match fee for showing dissent at an umpire's decision during the second ODI against Zimbabwe on Thursday. This act breached Article 2.8 of the ICC Code of Conduct, which penalises players for “showing dissent at an umpire’s decision during an international match.” In addition to the fine, one demerit …

Afghanistan bounce back vs Zimbabwe to level series after Rashid-Naveen's heroics
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Afghanistan bounce back vs Zimbabwe to level series after Rashid-Naveen's heroics

India Today  

Afghanistan put on a dominant performance to level the T20I series 1-1 against Zimbabwe with a comprehensive 50-run victory at the Chinnaswamy Stadium. Zimbabwe vs Afghanistan 2nd T20I: Highlights Afghanistan beat Zimbabwe RESULT | AFGHANISTAN WON BY 50 RUNS ðŸšè Naveen Ul Haq, Rashid Khan, and Mujeeb Ur Rahman put on a terrific bowling effort to help #AfghanAtalan beat Zimbabwe …

Afghanistan extend Jonathan Trott's contract by one year ahead of Champions Trophy
1 month ago

Afghanistan extend Jonathan Trott's contract by one year ahead of Champions Trophy

The Hindu  

Jonathan Trott will continue as Afghanistan's head coach for another year after the country's cricket board extended his contract through 2025. The 43-year-old former England batter has been Afghanistan's head coach since July 2022, and under his guidance, the team has made impressive strides in international cricket. "The Afghanistan Cricket Board wishes Trott the best of luck for his next …

India vs Pakistan highlights, U-19 Asia Cup: Pakistan win by 44 runs despite India's late fightback
1 month, 1 week ago

India vs Pakistan highlights, U-19 Asia Cup: Pakistan win by 44 runs despite India's late fightback

Live Mint  

India vs Pakistan highlights, U-19 Asia Cup: Shahzaib Khan's brilliant 159 at the top of the order headlined Pakistan 44-run win over India in a Group A match of the U-19 Asia Cup in Dubai on Saturday. PAK U-19 76/0 India vs Pakistan LIVE Score: Shahzaib goes after Enaan Shahzaib Khan takes on Mohamed Enaan as the Pakistan opener hits …

Pak U-19 vs Afg U-19 4th ODI: Pakistan beat Afghanistan by 13 runs
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Pak U-19 vs Afg U-19 4th ODI: Pakistan beat Afghanistan by 13 runs

Live Mint  

In the fourth ODI match of the tri-nation One Day International series, Pakistan under-19 team defeated Afghanistan under-19 by 13 runs in ICC Academy, Dubai, on Sunday. For Pakistan U19, Shahzaib Khan scored 78 runs off 101 balls and Usman Khan hist 77 runs off 88 deliveries. For Afghanistan U19, Uzairullah Niazai scored 70 runs off 72 balls, while Faisal …

Afghanistan Dominates in Thrilling Final, Secures Emerging Asia Cup Title
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2 months, 2 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.

Afghanistan Triumphs in Emerging Teams Asia Cup, Makes History as First-Time Champions
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Afghanistan Triumphs in Emerging Teams Asia Cup, Makes History as First-Time Champions

India TV News  

Afghanistan A emerged victorious as they clinched the coveted title of Emerging Teams Asia Cup champions for the first time. They defeated Sri Lanka in the final match held in Al Amerat, securing a comprehensive victory with a winning target of 134 runs. Afghanistan A showcased their dominance throughout the tournament, showcasing their batting prowess and bowling prowess. The final …

Afghanistan Triumphs Over India in Emerging Teams Asia Cup Final
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Afghanistan Triumphs Over India in Emerging Teams Asia Cup Final

Firstpost  

Afghanistan A secured a thrilling victory over India A in the first semifinal of the Emerging Teams Asia Cup T20 tournament. Afghanistan reached 206/4 in 20 overs with the help of a powerful opening partnership between Sediqullah Atal and Zubaid Akbari. In response, India A struggled to recover from the early loss of wickets and eventually fell short of the …

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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2 months, 2 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.

Nail-Biting Catch! India-A Triumphs Over Pakistan-A in Emerging T20 Asia Cup 2024
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Nail-Biting Catch! India-A Triumphs Over Pakistan-A in Emerging T20 Asia Cup 2024

ABP News  

India-A emerged victorious in their Round 1 match against Pakistan-A in the Emerging T20 Asia Cup 2024. Ramandeep Singh's stunning catch in the final over proved to be the game-changer, securing a 7-run win for India-A. Anshul Kamboj's bowling prowess and the team's disciplined bowling kept Pakistan-A at bay throughout the match. The match showcased the thrilling rivalry between the …

OTD: When India and Afghanistan played out a nail-biting tie in Asia Cup 2018
3 months, 2 weeks ago

OTD: When India and Afghanistan played out a nail-biting tie in Asia Cup 2018

Hindustan Times  

The 2018 Asia Cup witnessed one of the most thrilling clash between India and Afghanistan, as the two teams played out a remarkable tie on September 25 in Dubai. Ravindra Jadeja attempts a run as Afghanistan's wicketkeeper Mohammad Shahzad runs to field the ball in a 2018 Asia Cup match. For India, spinners Ravindra Jadeja and Kuldeep Yadav were the …

Afghanistan break multiple records enroute to 177-run win over South Africa in Sharjah
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Afghanistan break multiple records enroute to 177-run win over South Africa in Sharjah

India TV News  

Afghanistan stunned South Africa in the second ODI to win by a massive margin of 177 runs. From here on, birthday boy Rashid took over the control along with Nangeyalia Kharote to pick the remaining nine wickets for 61 more runs. Rashid also became the first player in history to pick up a five-wicket haul on his birthday as he …

Unwanted history as Afghanistan-New Zealand test match is washed out after 5 days of rain
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Unwanted history as Afghanistan-New Zealand test match is washed out after 5 days of rain

Associated Press  

GREATER NOIDA, India — A test match between New Zealand and Afghanistan at Greater Noida, India has joined some select company in the history of cricket — just not necessarily for the best reason. On Dec. 18, 1998, New Zealand’s home test against India was abandoned on day three because of persistent rain at Carisbrook Oval in Dunedin. The Greater …

Play abandoned for a second day in Afghanistan-New Zealand cricket test
4 months ago

Play abandoned for a second day in Afghanistan-New Zealand cricket test

Associated Press  

GREATER NOIDA, India — Play in the one-off test between Afghanistan and New Zealand was abandoned without a ball bowled for a second consecutive day on Tuesday because of a wet outfield. Day two developed in a similar fashion to Monday as the toss was first delayed while grounds staff worked to replace the top layer of the wet outfield …

A new T20 power rises in world cricket
6 months, 2 weeks ago

A new T20 power rises in world cricket

Hindustan Times  

Afghanistan’s dream run in the T20 World Cup is over. They lost a one-sided match on an undercooked pitch to South Africa in the semi-final on Thursday but every cricket fan knows that this was not a true reflection of their class. Afghan cricket fans watch the men's T20 World Cup semifinal cricket match between Afghanistan and South Africa, on …

South Africa dismantle Afghanistan, enter maiden World Cup final
6 months, 2 weeks ago

South Africa dismantle Afghanistan, enter maiden World Cup final

Hindustan Times  

The jinx has been broken. South Africa are in a World Cup final, riding on a clinical bowling performance with Marco Jansen, Kagiso Rabada and Anrich Nortje taking turns to dismantle Afghanistan’s top-order before Tabraiz Shamsi ran through the lower order to bundle them out for 56 at Port of Spain on Wednesday night. South Africa's Tabraiz Shamsi, centre, is …

South Africa beats Afghanistan to reach the Twenty20 World Cup final, ending a long cricket drought
6 months, 2 weeks ago

South Africa beats Afghanistan to reach the Twenty20 World Cup final, ending a long cricket drought

Hindustan Times  

TAROUBA, Trinidad — A long, tortuous World Cup title drought is closer than ever to ending for South Africa after a nine-wicket win over first-time semifinalist Afghanistan at the global Twenty20 cricket tournament on Wednesday. South Africa beats Afghanistan to reach the Twenty20 World Cup final, ending a long cricket drought Marco Jansen and Kagiso Rabada set the foundations for …

AFG VS SA: Afghanistan To Create A Bigg Feat Or Will SA Remove The Tag Of 'Chokers'? | ABP LIVE
6 months, 2 weeks ago

AFG VS SA: Afghanistan To Create A Bigg Feat Or Will SA Remove The Tag Of 'Chokers'? | ABP LIVE

ABP News  

The teams of South Africa and Afghanistan will face each other in the semi-finals before the T20 World Cup 2024. On the other hand, Afghanistan has reached the semi-finals of the T20 World Cup for the first time. Actually, South Africa's record in World Cup knockouts is very bad. We will provide you video coverage of major sporting events like …

'Australians are not squeaky clean when it comes to…': Michael Clarke's truth bomb on Gulbadin Naib 'cheating' claims
6 months, 2 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 …

T20 World Cup 2024: Afghanistan Makes It To Semi Finals, Watch Report On Strategy & Key Players
6 months, 2 weeks ago

T20 World Cup 2024: Afghanistan Makes It To Semi Finals, Watch Report On Strategy & Key Players

ABP News  

T20 World Cup 2024 got the fourth semi-finalist team in the form of Afghanistan. Many players contributed in taking the Afghanistan team to the semi-finals. The team's star opener Rahmanullah Gurbaz displayed excellent batting throughout the tournament. Afghanistan's fast bowler Fazalhaq Farooqui is currently the highest wicket taker in the tournament.

T20 World Cup 2024: Jonathan Trott says Afghanistan has nothing to lose ahead of South Africa semifinal clash
6 months, 2 weeks ago

T20 World Cup 2024: Jonathan Trott says Afghanistan has nothing to lose ahead of South Africa semifinal clash

The Hindu  

Jonathan Trott believes Afghanistan will go into Wednesday’s T20 World Cup semifinal against South Africa boosted by “having no scarring, no history” unlike the accident-prone Proteas. This is uncharted territory for us,” said coach Trott, the former Ashes-winning England batsman who was born and raised in South Africa. For us it’s a new challenge and I think that makes us …

No matter what happens now, this is Afghanistan’s World Cup
6 months, 2 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 …

Rashid Khan's post with Rohit Sharma confirms India-Afghanistan joint force to knock Australia out of T20 World Cup
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Rashid Khan's post with Rohit Sharma confirms India-Afghanistan joint force to knock Australia out of T20 World Cup

Hindustan Times  

Proving legendary West Indies cricketer Brian Lara right, Rashid Khan guided Afghanistan to a historic semi-final of the T20 World Cup 2024 with a thrilling win over Bangladesh on Tuesday. Giant-killers Afghanistan stunned Australia before knocking Mitchell Marsh's men out of the T20 World Cup by finishing second in Group 1 of the Super 8 stage. Former world champions India …

T20 World Cup 2024: Afghanistan’s run to semifinals will inspire youth back home, says Rashid Khan
6 months, 2 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
6 months, 2 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 …

Afghanistan book maiden T20 World Cup semis spot
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Afghanistan book maiden T20 World Cup semis spot

Hindustan Times  

Amid high drama in a match interrupted multiple times by rain, Afghanistan rode on four-wicket hauls by Naveen-ul-Haq and Rashid Khan to defeat Bangladesh by eight runs at Kingstown, St Vincent on Monday night and reach the semi-finals of the T20 World Cup for the first time. Afghanistan's captain Rashid Khan, centre, embraces teammate Gulbadin Naib as they celebrate after …

Afghanistan reaching T20 World Cup semi-final is a 'dream come true': Captain Rashid Khan
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Afghanistan reaching T20 World Cup semi-final is a 'dream come true': Captain Rashid Khan

Firstpost  

Afghanistan defeated Bangladesh by eight runs on Tuesday to reach their first-ever semi-final of a T20 or ODI World Cup. Afghanistan captain Rashid Khan says his team gave their “100 percent effort” to reach the T20 World Cup semi-finals for the first in their history and “make the country proud”. Afghanistan defeated Bangladesh by eight runs on Tuesday to qualify …

Which team will India face? Who is Afghanistan up against? Here's how T20 World Cup semifinals look like after Super 8s
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Which team will India face? Who is Afghanistan up against? Here's how T20 World Cup semifinals look like after Super 8s

Hindustan Times  

After 52 riveting clashes, the 2024 edition of the T20 World Cup has four semifinalists. India and Afghanistan qualified for the T20 World Cup from Group 1 of Super Eight The equation for the semifinal qualification was fairly simple for Afghanistan - they had to win to deny Australia the final spot. T20 World Cup semifinal full schedule and venue: …

T20 World Cup: Afghanistan beat Bangladesh to enter semis
6 months, 2 weeks ago

T20 World Cup: Afghanistan beat Bangladesh to enter semis

Deccan Chronicle  

Kingstown: Afghanistan qualified for the semifinals of the T20 World Cup after beating Bangladesh by eight runs in the rain-hit final Super 8 game here.In a must-win match which saw frequent rain interruptions, Afghanistan scored 115 for 5 in their 20 overs and then returned to bowl out Bangladesh for 105 in 17.5 overs. The result knocked out former champions …

HISTORY CREATED! Afghanistan Defeat Bangladesh To Make It To First Ever T20 World Cup Semifinal
6 months, 2 weeks ago

HISTORY CREATED! Afghanistan Defeat Bangladesh To Make It To First Ever T20 World Cup Semifinal

ABP News  

One of the greatest days in international cricket! Afghanistan secured a spot in ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024 semifinal by defeating Bangladesh by 8 runs in AFG vs BAN T20 World Cup 2024 Super 8 match on Tuesday at Arnos Well Ground, Kingstown, St Vincent. Afghanistan's win also resulted in Australia and Bangladesh being knocked out of T20 World …

T20 WC: Rishad's three-wicket haul restricts Afghanistan to 115/5 against Bangladesh
6 months, 2 weeks ago

T20 WC: Rishad's three-wicket haul restricts Afghanistan to 115/5 against Bangladesh

Hindustan Times  

Kingstown, : Rishad Hossain's three-wicket haul helped Bangladesh to restrict Afghanistan to 115/5 in the Super Eights match of the T20 World Cup 2024 at the Arnos Vale Ground on Tuesday. T20 WC: Rishad's three-wicket haul restricts Afghanistan to 115/5 against Bangladesh After winning the toss, Rashid Khan-led Afghanistan decided to bat first. Even though Bangladesh failed to take quick …

Afghanistan vs Bangladesh Highlights, T20 World Cup 2024: AFG reach semis with 8-run win
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Afghanistan vs Bangladesh Highlights, T20 World Cup 2024: AFG reach semis with 8-run win

Firstpost  

Afghanistan vs Bangladesh Highlights, T20 World Cup 2024: Afghanistan defeated Bangladesh by 8 wickets in their last Super 8 match to qualify for the semi-finals. Afghanistan vs Bangladesh, T20 World Cup 2024 Super 8 Group 1 match Preview: The fate of three teams lies in balance when Afghanistan face Bangladesh in the final match before the semi-finals of the 2024 …

T20 World Cup: Australia knocked out, Afghanistan into first-ever semis
6 months, 2 weeks ago

T20 World Cup: Australia knocked out, Afghanistan into first-ever semis

India Today  

Australia has been knocked out in the Super 8 stages of the T20 World Cup 2024 following Afghanistan's historic win against Bangladesh at St. Vincent to qualify for the semi-finals for the first time. AFG vs BAN, T20 World Cup: Highlights What happened in the AFG vs BAN match? However, a late surge by Rashid Khan, who scored 19 runs …

Afghanistan erupts in celebration as team reaches T20 World Cup semifinal
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Afghanistan erupts in celebration as team reaches T20 World Cup semifinal

Al Jazeera  

Fans take to the streets from Kabul to Kandahar and Khost to Laghman as Afghanistan reach first-ever World Cup semifinal. Zikria, a 30-year-old Kabul resident, stayed up after the predawn prayers to follow Afghanistan’s ICC T20 World Cup 2024 virtual knockout match against Bangladesh that started at 5am. “I am proud of my team, my captain Rashid Khan and all …

Afghanistan vs Bangladesh Highlights T20 WC: AFG through to semis with 8-run win
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Afghanistan vs Bangladesh Highlights T20 WC: AFG through to semis with 8-run win

Hindustan Times  

Afghanistan vs Bangladesh Highlights, T20 World Cup 2024: Rashid Khan picked up four wickets after the second rain break before Naveen-ul-Haq snared two as Afghanistan clinched the thriller by just eight runs to make the T20 World Cup semi-final for the first time in history. Meanwhile, despite the defeats in their first two Super 8 matches, Bangladesh are still alive …

Afghanistan vs Bangladesh Highlights T20 WC: AFG through to semis with 8-run win
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Afghanistan vs Bangladesh Highlights T20 WC: AFG through to semis with 8-run win

Hindustan Times  

Afghanistan vs Bangladesh Highlights, T20 World Cup 2024: Rashid Khan picked up four wickets after the second rain break before Naveen-ul-Haq snared two as Afghanistan clinched the thriller by just eight runs to make the T20 World Cup semi-final for the first time in history. Meanwhile, despite the defeats in their first two Super 8 matches, Bangladesh are still alive …

India, Afghanistan into cricket’s Twenty20 World Cup semifinals after a dramatic Super Eight finale
6 months, 2 weeks ago

India, Afghanistan into cricket’s Twenty20 World Cup semifinals after a dramatic Super Eight finale

Associated Press  

GROS ISLET, St. Lucia — Afghanistan edged Bangladesh to reach the Twenty20 World Cup semifinals for the first time and followed India into the last four following a combination of results that eliminated 2021 champion Australia on Monday. But middle-order batters Suryakumar Yadav, Shivam Dube and Hardik Pandya ensured India of the joint highest total against Australia in men’s T20 …

Afghanistan stun Australia to throw Group 1 wide open
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Afghanistan stun Australia to throw Group 1 wide open

Hindustan Times  

Until Glenn Maxwell was at the crease, the Afghanistan players couldn’t help feel a sense of deja vu. The last time Australia faced Afghanistan, at the 2023 ICC World Cup played at the Wankhede Stadium, a cramping Maxwell had pulled off a miraculous win from 91/7 in pursuit of 293. On Saturday night, the Australia batter was threatening to repeat …

Inspired Afghanistan stun Australia, keep World Cup semis hopes alive
6 months, 2 weeks 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 …

India TV Sports Wrap on June 23: Today's top 10 trending news stories
6 months, 2 weeks ago

India TV Sports Wrap on June 23: Today's top 10 trending news stories

India TV News  

Afghanistan created history by beating Australia for the first time in international cricket as they got the better of the Aussies by 21 runs in a Super Eight clash of the ongoing ICC Men's T20 World Cup. Today's Top 10 Trending Sports News Stories Afghanistan record biggest upset of T20 World Cup 2024 by beating Australia Afghanistan defeated Australia by …

Afghanistan stuns Australia to keep Twenty20 World Cup dream alive. India beat Bangladesh
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Afghanistan stuns Australia to keep Twenty20 World Cup dream alive. India beat Bangladesh

Associated Press  

KINGSTOWN, St. Vincent — Afghanistan kept its Twenty20 World Cup semifinal hopes alive by stunning previously unbeaten Australia by 21 runs in a thrilling encounter on Saturday. Afghanistan pair Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Ibrahim Zadran put on 118 for the highest opening partnership against Australia in a T20 match before Australia’s bowlers rallied late, including Cummins’ second career hat-trick — just …

How Afghanistan Can Qualify For T20 World Cup 2024 Semi-Final After Loss Against India
6 months, 2 weeks ago

How Afghanistan Can Qualify For T20 World Cup 2024 Semi-Final After Loss Against India

ABP News  

Afghanistan in T20 World Cup semifinal: Afghanistan's 47-run defeat against India in their T20 World Cup 2024 Super 8 match on Thursday dented their campaign. Also on ABP Live | How India Can Qualify For T20 World Cup Semi-Final After IND vs BAN Super 8 Clash Explained: How Afghanistan can qualify for T20 World Cup 2024 semi-finals In their first …

T20 World Cup 2024, IND vs AFG: Players To Watch Out
6 months, 3 weeks ago

T20 World Cup 2024, IND vs AFG: Players To Watch Out

Deccan Chronicle  

India will be facing Afghanistan in the Super eight match of the T20 World Cup 2024 at Kensington Oval, Barbados on Thursday. India has won all their group stage matches whereas Afghanistan lost one match in the group stages to West Indies but they were successful in defeating New Zealand. Chasing a total of 111 set up by the US, …

India vs Afghanistan T20 World Cup: Head-to-head, tournament history, stats and more
6 months, 3 weeks ago

India vs Afghanistan T20 World Cup: Head-to-head, tournament history, stats and more

Firstpost  

We take a look at some important statistics pertaining to the India vs Afghanistan match, right from head-to-head to the top run-scorer and more, ahead of the two teams’ face-off in the 2024 T20 World Cup. PTI Team India’s Super 8 campaign of the 2024 T20 World Cup will get underway on Thursday when they take on Asian rivals Afghanistan …

WI vs AFG Highlights, T20 World Cup: West Indies beat Afghanistan by 104 runs
6 months, 3 weeks ago

WI vs AFG Highlights, T20 World Cup: West Indies beat Afghanistan by 104 runs

India Today  

07:51 IST: The Afghan bowlers were just getting smoked right from the get-go. Azmatullah Omarzai did pick up Brandon King's wicket early, but that was literally the only thing that went right for their bowling in the Powerplay. And to make matters even worse for them, Azmatullah himself got absolutely carted for 36 runs in his second over which just …

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