Afghanistan win over Australia at T20 World Cup

T20 World Cup was a momentous occasion that showcased the growing prowess of Afghan cricket on the global stage. The underdog team's stunning performance against one of the tournament favorites has undoubtedly raised eyebrows and garnered attention from cricket enthusiasts worldwide.

Despite facing a strong Australian side, Afghanistan displayed exceptional skill and determination throughout the match. Their bowlers effectively contained Australia's powerful batting lineup, while their own batsmen confidently chased down the target set by their opponents. The team's cohesive strategy and execution were evident in every aspect of their play, ultimately leading to a well-deserved victory.

Glenn Maxwell came to the rescue and dominated the Afghan bowlers. Maxwell scored 59 off 41 balls and brought Australia back into the game. However, the Afghan bowlers bounced back in style and bundled out Australia for 127 and registered a thrilling win. Naib scalped four wickets while Naveen-ul-Haq scalped three. Apart from them, Mohammad Nabi, Azmatullah Omarzai and Rashid Khan also scalped one wicket each. This was Afghanistan's first-ever win over Australia in international cricket. Earlier in the match, Australia pacer Pat Cummins also became the first bowler to register consecutive hattricks in T20Is.

Man of the match Guldabin Naib took four wickets in an inspired spell in the middle overs to stall Australia's chase before Azmatullah Omarzai had final wicket Adam Zampa caught in the deep in the final over to complete a stunning win amid jubilant celebrations among the Afghan players and team management.

Afghanistan produced a masterclass in the field, converting every half chance into a scalp, which ultimately proved the difference. The wicket of Zampa trying to hit long down the ground had Australia all out for 127, 22 runs short of victory.

Gulbadin Naib picked up four wickets and took his own slice of history, becoming the first to do that in World Cup history - in both T20I and ODI cricket

The Afghans sealed one of the team’s most famous ever victories – their first over Australia. They have Bangladesh with their final Super Eight clash, while the Aussies have India.

This win not only marks a significant milestone for Afghan cricket but also serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of T20 cricket. It highlights the fact that any team can emerge victorious on any given day, regardless of their ranking or reputation.

Overall, Afghanistan's triumph over Australia at the T20 World Cup is a testament to their hard work, talent, and determination. It is a moment that will be remembered in cricket history as an inspiring example of what can be achieved through dedication and teamwork.

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Sarah H

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