T20 World Cup 2024: Afghanistan Stuns Australia in Super Eights Match
Afghanistan's Triumph Over Australia
In a thrilling encounter on November 7, 2023, Afghanistan pulled off a stunning 21-run victory over cricketing powerhouse Australia in their Super Eights match at the Mumbai World Cup 2023. The triumph marked a historic moment for the Afghan cricket team, showcasing their resilience and determination on the international stage.
Key Moments in the Match
The match began with Australia winning the toss and opting to field first. Afghanistan's batters got off to a solid start, with opener Hazratullah Zazai leading the charge. Zazai scored a blistering 45 runs off just 29 deliveries, setting the tone for Afghanistan's innings. Australia's bowlers fought back, but Afghanistan maintained a steady scoring rate. Captain Rashid Khan and all-rounder Mohammad Nabi made valuable contributions, guiding their team to a respectable total of 162 runs for the loss of six wickets in their allotted 20 overs. In response, Australia's chase got off to a rocky start. They lost their top-order batsmen early on, putting them under immense pressure. While David Warner and Glenn Maxwell provided some resistance, Afghanistan's bowlers kept the pressure on. Spinner Mujeeb Ur Rahman was particularly impressive, claiming three crucial wickets. Rashid Khan also chipped in with two wickets, ensuring that Australia never truly threatened Afghanistan's total. In the end, Australia was restricted to 141 runs for the loss of nine wickets, handing Afghanistan a remarkable victory.
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