In a surprising show of cricketing prowess, Afghanistan emerged victorious towards New Zealand at Windfall Stadium in Guyana, claiming an emphatic 84-run win within the ongoing ICC Males’s T20 World Cup 2024. Led by their formidable bowlers and anchored by a stellar batting efficiency, Afghanistan delivered a commanding efficiency to safe their second consecutive win within the event and total first victory over the Blackcaps within the shortest format.
Rahmanullah Gurbaz leads Afghanistan’s cost with explosive batting
Going through off towards New Zealand, Afghanistan showcased their batting depth, setting a formidable complete of 159/6 of their allotted 20 overs. Opening batter Rahmanullah Gurbaz stole the present with a sensational knock of 80 runs off 56 balls, that includes an array of boundaries and sixes. Supported by Ibrahim Zadran‘s resilient 44, Afghanistan constructed a stable basis regardless of early setbacks, laying the groundwork for a difficult complete.
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New Zealand’s bowlers face uphill battle
New Zealand’s bowling unit confronted a frightening problem towards Afghanistan’s aggressive batting lineup. Regardless of efforts from Trent Boult and Matt Henry, who claimed two wickets every, Afghanistan’s batters capitalized on unfastened deliveries, accumulating runs at a brisk tempo. Lockie Ferguson and Mitchell Santner additionally contributed with a wicket every, however Afghanistan’s robust begin and late flourish propelled them to a aggressive rating.
Afghanistan’s bowlers run riot
In pursuit of 160 runs, New Zealand’s batting lineup faltered beneath the relentless strain imposed by Afghanistan’s bowlers. Fazalhaq Farooqi led the cost with a fiery spell, claiming 4 wickets for simply 17 runs, whereas Mohammad Nabi offered essential breakthroughs with two wickets. Captain Rashid Khan showcased his spin wizardry, snaring 4 wickets and orchestrating New Zealand’s batting collapse. Rashid’s masterclass, coupled with Farooqi’s early onslaught, left New Zealand reeling at 75 all out. Gurbaz was named the Participant of the Match for his distinctive batting.
Right here’s how Twitter reacted:
100+ opening stand by Gurbaz and Ibrahim, Fazalhaq destroying the highest order, then Rashid operating by way of the center order. Prime notch skilled show from Afghanistan! NZ however appeared extraordinarily beneath ready and paid a heavy worth. #NZvAFG #T20WorldCup pic.twitter.com/OJ0Oam31MQ
— Wasim Jaffer (@WasimJaffer14) June 8, 2024
Again-to-back fifties for Rahmanullah Gurbaz within the #T20WorldCup 👏#NZvAFG pic.twitter.com/o5Crz4Sqt3
— ThePoppingCrease (@PoppingCreaseSA) June 8, 2024
Excellent all-round efficiency from the lads in blue @ACBofficials. Properly performed @rashidkhan_19 @RGurbaz_21 @fazalfarooqi10 @IZadran18 @MohammadNabi007 and all of the gamers, workers, followers and the complete nation.
Mubarak mo sha!#NZvAFG #T20WorldCup pic.twitter.com/2OLk58NB5X— Mirwais Ashraf (@MirwaisAshraf16) June 8, 2024
What a tremendous efficiency by Afghanistan 🇦🇫 towards New Zealand
They’ve outclassed New Zealand in all departments..
Rashid khan , Gurbaz and Farooqi are the celebrities of the day🔥#AfgvsNZ#T20WorldCup2024 pic.twitter.com/HzVG1L7IkF— Saad (@Saad_dogar77) June 8, 2024
What a participant Gurbaz is popping to be!
Mohammad Haris may have been developed one thing like him however … pic.twitter.com/IXuV86cHOt— Basit Subhani (@BasitSubhani) June 8, 2024
EXCELLENT INNINGS FROM GURBAZ!! #AFGvNZ #T20WC2024 pic.twitter.com/EGy7X6CSU1
— Aqdas Rehman (@AqdasRehman) June 8, 2024
Gurbaz simply hit probably the greatest ever sixes you’ll see in World Cup
— yang goi (@GongR1ght) June 8, 2024
Afghanistan defeating New Zealand will not be an upset. Hope this helps. They’re simply the 2nd greatest Asian cricket group in the intervening time. #NZvsAFG pic.twitter.com/iPmwFcYsbx
— R A T N I S H (@LoyalSachinFan) June 8, 2024
New Zealand has been bowled out on 75 in 15.2 as Afghanistan gained the match by 84 runs in Guyana 👏
Afghanistan has change into a robust pressure in T20i Cricket 🏏
Magnificent performances ✨
Fazal Haq Farooqi 4/17
Rashid Khan 4/17
Rehmanullah Gurbaz 80 (56)#T20WorldCup2024 #NZvAFG pic.twitter.com/2Su8mLfdKy— Shahzaib Ali 🇵🇰 (@DSBcricket) June 8, 2024
What a fiery efficiency by Rashid Khan! Captain’s stellar 4 for 17 in 4 overs dominates Kiwi batters. 🔥 pic.twitter.com/uAEtnxByAJ
— Vipin Tiwari (@Vipintiwari952_) June 8, 2024
𝐀𝐟𝐠𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧 𝐖𝐢𝐧! 🙌#AfghanAtalan placed on a complete all-round efficiency to beat @BLACKCAPS by 84 runs and register 2nd successive victory within the #T20WorldCup. 🤩
Congratulations to the Complete Afghan Nation and all of the followers around the globe. 👏👏#AFGvNZ pic.twitter.com/PW7YPpHxLF
— Afghanistan Cricket Board (@ACBofficials) June 8, 2024
Afghanistan beat New Zealand by 84 runs 👊#cricket #NZvAFG #T20WorldCup #CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/vj8hK2MlFT
— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) June 8, 2024
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