<p>Rahmanullah Gurbaz hit a cracking century and Azmatullah Omarzai showed allround skills on Monday to give Afghanistan a five wicket victory in the third one-day international and a series win over Bangladesh.</p>

<p>Omarzai took four wickets before hitting an undefeated 77-ball 70 and Opener Gurbaz hit a 120-ball 101 as Afghanistan chased down a 245-run target in 48.2 overs in Sharjah.</p>

<p>Bangladesh were lifted to 244-8 by Mohammad Mahmudullah, run out off the last ball of the innings for run-a-ball 98, and a solid 66 by stand-in skipper Mehidy Hasan Miraz.</p>

<p>The victory gave Afghanistan a 2-1 win in the series in Sharjah. Afghanistan won the first match by 92 runs while Bangladesh took the second by 68 runs.</p>

<p>The series win is Afghanistan's third successive this year, having also beaten Ireland (2-0) and South Africa (2-1) following their wins over England, Pakistan and Sri Lanka in last year's World Cup in India.</p>

<p>Bangladesh pacers Mustafizur Rahman (2-50) and Nahid Rana (2-40) had jolted Afghanistan to 84-3 before Gurbaz and Omarzai added 100 for the fourth wicket.</p>

<p>Gurbaz, who hit seven sixes and five boundaries in his eighth ODI century, fell in the 39th over with 61 needed as Bangladesh pressed.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Omarzai hit five sixes and three boundaries added 58 runs with Mohammad Nabi (27-ball 34) to avoid any turnaround, hitting the winning six.</p>

<p>Afghanistan skipper Hashmatullah Shahidi said he was proud of his team.</p>

<p>"I am very happy as a captain," said Shahidi. "When we lost the toss we were a bit worried because it's tough to bat second in Sharjah but our batters did very well."</p>

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<h2><strong>Miraz praises&nbsp;Afghanistan</strong></h2>

<p>"I think credit goes to Afghanistan the way they played in this series," said Miraz. "Gurbaz and Omarzai did very well and we couldn't get wickets to win the match."</p>

<p>Earlier, Bangladesh, without injured skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto, were given a sound 53-run start by Soumya Sarkar (24) and Tanzid Hasan (19) before four wickets fell in for 19 runs in 38 balls.</p>

<p>Mahmudullah and Miraz repaired the innings with a 155-run fifth wicket stand as they blunted Afghanistan spinners, who managed just two wickets between them.</p>

<p>Miraz became one of Omarzai's victim in the 46th over but Mahmudullah continued to bat solidly till he was run out off the last ball, trying to sneak a second run.</p>

<p>Mahmudullah hit three sixes and seven fours while Miraz's 119-ball knock contained four fours.</p>

<p>Omarzai took a career best 4-37, improving on his 3-56 against Sri Lanka at Pallekele earlier this year.</p>

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Rahmanullah Gurbaz hit a cracking century and Azmatullah Omarzai showed allround skills on Monday to give Afghanistan a five wicket victory in the third one-day international and a series win over Bangladesh.

Rahmanullah Gurbaz hit a cracking century and Azmatullah Omarzai showed allround skills on Monday to give Afghanistan a five wicket victory in the third one-day international and a series win over Bangladesh. Omarzai took four wickets before hitting an undefeated 77-ball 70 and Opener Gurbaz hit a 120-ball 101 as Afghanistan chased down a 245-run target in 48.2 overs in Sharjah. Bangladesh were lifted to 244-8 by Mohammad Mahmudullah, run out off the last ball of the innings for run-a-ball 98, and a solid 66 by stand-in skipper Mehidy Hasan Miraz. The victory gave Afghanistan a 2-1 win in the series in Sharjah. Afghanistan won the first match by 92 runs while Bangladesh took the second by 68 runs. The series win is Afghanistan's third successive this year, having also beaten Ireland (2-0) and South Africa (2-1) following their wins over England, Pakistan and Sri Lanka in last year's World Cup in India. Bangladesh pacers Mustafizur Rahman (2-50) and Nahid Rana (2-40) had jolted Afghanistan to 84-3 before Gurbaz and Omarzai added 100 for the fourth wicket. Gurbaz, who hit seven sixes and five boundaries in his eighth ODI century, fell in the 39th over with 61 needed as Bangladesh pressed. Omarzai hit five sixes and three boundaries added 58 runs with Mohammad Nabi (27-ball 34) to avoid any turnaround, hitting the winning six. Afghanistan skipper Hashmatullah Shahidi said he was proud of his team. "I am very happy as a captain," said Shahidi. "When we lost the toss we were a bit worried because it's tough to bat second in Sharjah but our batters did very well." ALSO READ | ‘Cricket Australia’s priority is India’ – Jason Gillespie surprised with ‘no promotion of Pakistan ODIs’ Miraz praises Afghanistan "I think credit goes to Afghanistan the way they played in this series," said Miraz. "Gurbaz and Omarzai did very well and we couldn't get wickets to win the match." Earlier, Bangladesh, without injured skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto, were given a sound 53-run start by Soumya Sarkar (24) and Tanzid Hasan (19) before four wickets fell in for 19 runs in 38 balls. Mahmudullah and Miraz repaired the innings with a 155-run fifth wicket stand as they blunted Afghanistan spinners, who managed just two wickets between them. Miraz became one of Omarzai's victim in the 46th over but Mahmudullah continued to bat solidly till he was run out off the last ball, trying to sneak a second run. Mahmudullah hit three sixes and seven fours while Miraz's 119-ball knock contained four fours. Omarzai took a career best 4-37, improving on his 3-56 against Sri Lanka at Pallekele earlier this year. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Afg vs Ban: Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Azmatullah Omarzai propel Afghanistan to series win over Bangladesh

<p>Afghanistan will be all set to make their mark on the international calendar as they take on Bangladesh in a three-match ODI series starting from Wednesday (Nov. 6). Afghanistan have been in great form in their adopted home and will look to replicate that success against Bangladesh, who are confident&nbsp;from their exploits against Pakistan despite the disappointing defeat against India later.&nbsp;Ahead of the series opener, here is all you need to know, including live streaming and squads:</p>

<h2><strong>When is the Afghanistan vs Bangladesh 1st ODI?</strong></h2>

<p>The Afghanistan vs Bangladesh 1st ODI will be held on Wednesday (Nov. 6).</p>

<h2><strong>Which stadium will host the Afghanistan vs Bangladesh 1st ODI?</strong></h2>

<p>The Afghanistan vs Bangladesh 1st ODI will be played at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium,&nbsp;Sharjah.</p>

<h2><strong>At what time will the Afghanistan vs Bangladesh 1st ODI commence?</strong></h2>

<p>The Afghanistan vs Bangladesh 1st ODI will start at 3:30 PM (IST).</p>

<h2><strong>Where to watch the Afghanistan vs Bangladesh 1st ODI match on TV?</strong></h2>

<p>The Afghanistan vs Bangladesh 1st ODI match will have no live telecast in India.</p>

<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/gautam-gambhir-went-against-team-management-defied-rahul-dravids-pitch-theory-during-nz-series-report-773416">Gautam Gambhir went against team management, defied Rahul Dravid's 'pitch theory' during NZ Tests: Report</a></strong></p>

<h2><strong>Where to watch the Afghanistan vs Bangladesh 1st ODI on OTT?</strong></h2>

<p>The Afghanistan vs Bangladesh 1st ODI will be live-streamed on the FanCode app and website in India.</p>

<p><strong>Squads:</strong></p>

<p><strong>Afghanistan: </strong>Rahmanullah Gurbaz (w), Riaz Hassan, Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi (c), Azmatullah Omarzai, Gulbadin Naib, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan, Nangeyalia Kharote, Allah Ghazanfar, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Fareed Ahmad Malik, Ikram Alikhil, Darwish Rasooli, Sediqullah Atal, Noor Ahmad, Abdul Malik, Bilal Sami, Naveed Zadran.</p>

<p><strong>Bangladesh:</strong> Tanzid Hasan, Soumya Sarkar, Towhid Hridoy, Najmul Hossain Shanto (c), Mahmudullah, Mushfiqur Rahim (w), Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Taskin Ahmed, Rishad Hossain, Mustafizur Rahman, Shoriful Islam, Zakir Hasan, Jaker Ali, Nasum Ahmed, Nahid Rana.</p>


Afghanistan will be all set to make their mark on the international calendar as they take on Bangladesh in a three-match ODI series starting from Wednesday (Nov.

Afghanistan will be all set to make their mark on the international calendar as they take on Bangladesh in a three-match ODI series starting from Wednesday (Nov. 6). Afghanistan have been in great form in their adopted home and will look to replicate that success against Bangladesh, who are confident from their exploits against Pakistan despite the disappointing defeat against India later. Ahead of the series opener, here is all you need to know, including live streaming and squads: When is the Afghanistan vs Bangladesh 1st ODI? The Afghanistan vs Bangladesh 1st ODI will be held on Wednesday (Nov. 6). Which stadium will host the Afghanistan vs Bangladesh 1st ODI? The Afghanistan vs Bangladesh 1st ODI will be played at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah. At what time will the Afghanistan vs Bangladesh 1st ODI commence? The Afghanistan vs Bangladesh 1st ODI will start at 3:30 PM (IST). Where to watch the Afghanistan vs Bangladesh 1st ODI match on TV? The Afghanistan vs Bangladesh 1st ODI match will have no live telecast in India. Also read: Gautam Gambhir went against team management, defied Rahul Dravid's 'pitch theory' during NZ Tests: Report Where to watch the Afghanistan vs Bangladesh 1st ODI on OTT? The Afghanistan vs Bangladesh 1st ODI will be live-streamed on the FanCode app and website in India. Squads: Afghanistan: Rahmanullah Gurbaz (w), Riaz Hassan, Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi (c), Azmatullah Omarzai, Gulbadin Naib, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan, Nangeyalia Kharote, Allah Ghazanfar, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Fareed Ahmad Malik, Ikram Alikhil, Darwish Rasooli, Sediqullah Atal, Noor Ahmad, Abdul Malik, Bilal Sami, Naveed Zadran. Bangladesh: Tanzid Hasan, Soumya Sarkar, Towhid Hridoy, Najmul Hossain Shanto (c), Mahmudullah, Mushfiqur Rahim (w), Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Taskin Ahmed, Rishad Hossain, Mustafizur Rahman, Shoriful Islam, Zakir Hasan, Jaker Ali, Nasum Ahmed, Nahid Rana.

AFG vs BAN, 1st ODI Live Streaming: When and where to watch Afghanistan vs Bangladesh series opener

<p>Afghanistan selectors on Tuesday named prolific opener Sediqullah Atal in their 19-man squad for next month's three-match one-day international series against Bangladesh in Sharjah.</p>

<p>Atal, 23, has previously played six Twenty20 internationals for Afghanistan and earned his maiden call for the ODIs after scoring consistently in the ongoing Emerging Asia Cup in Oman.</p>

<p>Besides Atal, left-arm spinner Noor Ahmad also staged a comeback after missing Afghanistan's 2-1 series win over South Africa, also in Sharjah last month.</p>

<p>Afghanistan Cricket Board chief selector Ahmad Shah Sulimankhil described Atal as a future player.</p>

<p>"We have included a promising top-order batter in Sediqullah Atal, who has impressed everyone with his consistent top performances," Sulimankhil is quoted in Afghanistan Cricket Board release.</p>

<p>Atal had&nbsp;notched up scores of 52, 95 not out, and 83 in the Emerging Asia Cup.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Opener Naveed Zadran is recovering from an ankle surgery, while&nbsp;spinner Mujeeb Ur Rahman is sidelined by a sprain to his right hand.</p>

<p>The three matches are scheduled for November 6, 9 and 11.</p>

<p>The series will help Afghanistan prepare for the eight-nation Champions Trophy to be held in Pakistan from February to March next year.</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/ban-vs-sa-bangladesh-battle-at-101-3-as-south-africa-threaten-innings-defeat-769827">BAN vs SA: Bangladesh battle at 101-3 as South Africa threaten innings defeat</a></strong></p>

<p>Afghanistan are on a high in limited overs cricket, having beaten top nations including England, Pakistan and Sri Lanka in last year's ODI World Cup held in India.</p>

<p>They also qualified for the semi-finals of the Twenty20 World Cup jointly held in the United States and the West Indies in June.</p>

<p>Squad: Hashmatullah Shahidi (capt), Rahmat Shah, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Ikram Alikhil, Abdul Malik, Riaz Hassan, Sediqullah Atal, Darwish Rasooli, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Gulbadin Naib, Rashid Khan, Nangyal Kharoti, AM Ghazanfar, Noor Ahmad, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Bilal Sami, Naveed Zadran, Farid Ahmad Malik</p>

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Afghanistan selectors on Tuesday named prolific opener Sediqullah Atal in their 19-man squad for next month's three-match one-day international series against Bangladesh in Sharjah.

Afghanistan selectors on Tuesday named prolific opener Sediqullah Atal in their 19-man squad for next month's three-match one-day international series against Bangladesh in Sharjah. Atal, 23, has previously played six Twenty20 internationals for Afghanistan and earned his maiden call for the ODIs after scoring consistently in the ongoing Emerging Asia Cup in Oman. Besides Atal, left-arm spinner Noor Ahmad also staged a comeback after missing Afghanistan's 2-1 series win over South Africa, also in Sharjah last month. Afghanistan Cricket Board chief selector Ahmad Shah Sulimankhil described Atal as a future player. "We have included a promising top-order batter in Sediqullah Atal, who has impressed everyone with his consistent top performances," Sulimankhil is quoted in Afghanistan Cricket Board release. Atal had notched up scores of 52, 95 not out, and 83 in the Emerging Asia Cup. Opener Naveed Zadran is recovering from an ankle surgery, while spinner Mujeeb Ur Rahman is sidelined by a sprain to his right hand. The three matches are scheduled for November 6, 9 and 11. The series will help Afghanistan prepare for the eight-nation Champions Trophy to be held in Pakistan from February to March next year. ALSO READ | BAN vs SA: Bangladesh battle at 101-3 as South Africa threaten innings defeat Afghanistan are on a high in limited overs cricket, having beaten top nations including England, Pakistan and Sri Lanka in last year's ODI World Cup held in India. They also qualified for the semi-finals of the Twenty20 World Cup jointly held in the United States and the West Indies in June. Squad: Hashmatullah Shahidi (capt), Rahmat Shah, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Ikram Alikhil, Abdul Malik, Riaz Hassan, Sediqullah Atal, Darwish Rasooli, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Gulbadin Naib, Rashid Khan, Nangyal Kharoti, AM Ghazanfar, Noor Ahmad, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Bilal Sami, Naveed Zadran, Farid Ahmad Malik Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Afghanistan include uncapped Sediqullah Atal for Bangladesh ODIs

<p>Afghanistan beat Bangladesh by 8 runs in the last Super 8 clash of the T20 World Cup to qualify for the semifinals. Needing a win to progress ahead, the Afghans put on a show and edged past the Bangla Tigers at the&nbsp;Arnos Vale Ground, Kingstown, St Vincent on Monday (June 24, local time) to eliminate Australia from the semifinal race. Australia were dependent on Bangladesh's win, after losing to India by 24 runs, to enter the last four, however, Rashid Khan &amp; Co.'s brilliant display led to their ouster.</p>

<p>Talking about the Afghanistan-Bangladesh clash, the former opted to bat first and rode on opener Rahmatullah Gurbaz's 43 to post a paltry 115/5. In reply, the Bangla Tigers' run-chase was disrupted by constant rain breaks as the target was revised to 114 in 19 overs.</p>

<p>Eventually, Rashid and Naveen-ul-Haq's four wickets apiece dismantled Bangladesh&nbsp;for 105 in 17.5 overs. After Naveen claimed the last wicket,&nbsp;trapping&nbsp;Mustafizur Rahman lbw in the penultimate over, the Afghan players broke into celebrations as they created history by reaching their maiden semifinals.</p>

<p><strong>Here is the video of their celebrations:&nbsp;</strong></p>

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Ecstatic scenes at St Vincent, and tears of joy flow as <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NaveenulHaq?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NaveenulHaq</a> wins it for Afghanistan while also knocking out the mighty Aussies! 🙌🏻<br />
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<p>At the post-match presentation, skipper Rashid said, "It's something like a dream for us as a team being in the semifinal. It's all about the way we have started the tournament. The belief came while we beat New Zealand. It's unbelievable, I don't have any words to describe my feelings. Back home, everyone is so happy for this big achievement. The only guy who put us in the semifinal was Brian Lara and we proved that right. Before the competition at the welcome party, I told him, 'We won't let you down. We'll make it through and prove you're right.' I am proud of this team."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Afghanistan, who have beaten Australia and New Zealand in the ongoing edition, will now take on South Africa in the first semifinal on Wednesday (June 26, local time) in Trinidad.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, India will lock horns with defending champions England in the second semifinal in Guyana on Thursday (June 27).</p>


Afghanistan beat Bangladesh by 8 runs in the last Super 8 clash of the T20 World Cup to qualify for the semifinals. Needing a win to progress ahead, the Afghans put on a show and edged past the Bangla Tigers at the Arnos Vale Ground, Kingstown, St Vincent on Monday (June 24, local time) to eliminate Australia from the semifinal race.

Afghanistan beat Bangladesh by 8 runs in the last Super 8 clash of the T20 World Cup to qualify for the semifinals. Needing a win to progress ahead, the Afghans put on a show and edged past the Bangla Tigers at the Arnos Vale Ground, Kingstown, St Vincent on Monday (June 24, local time) to eliminate Australia from the semifinal race. Australia were dependent on Bangladesh's win, after losing to India by 24 runs, to enter the last four, however, Rashid Khan & Co.'s brilliant display led to their ouster. Talking about the Afghanistan-Bangladesh clash, the former opted to bat first and rode on opener Rahmatullah Gurbaz's 43 to post a paltry 115/5. In reply, the Bangla Tigers' run-chase was disrupted by constant rain breaks as the target was revised to 114 in 19 overs. Eventually, Rashid and Naveen-ul-Haq's four wickets apiece dismantled Bangladesh for 105 in 17.5 overs. After Naveen claimed the last wicket, trapping Mustafizur Rahman lbw in the penultimate over, the Afghan players broke into celebrations as they created history by reaching their maiden semifinals. Here is the video of their celebrations: 𝐍𝐄𝐗𝐓 𝐃𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 👉🏻 𝐒𝐄𝐌𝐈-𝐅𝐈𝐍𝐀𝐋𝐒 𝐎𝐅 #T20WorldCup2024! 🇧🇩 Ecstatic scenes at St Vincent, and tears of joy flow as #NaveenulHaq wins it for Afghanistan while also knocking out the mighty Aussies! 🙌🏻 Watch them next in action 👉🏻 Semi Final 1 | SA 🆚 AFG |… pic.twitter.com/eGLE97Z108 — Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) June 25, 2024 × Also read: T20 World Cup 2024 semifinals: Afghanistan to face South Africa, India up against defending champions England At the post-match presentation, skipper Rashid said, "It's something like a dream for us as a team being in the semifinal. It's all about the way we have started the tournament. The belief came while we beat New Zealand. It's unbelievable, I don't have any words to describe my feelings. Back home, everyone is so happy for this big achievement. The only guy who put us in the semifinal was Brian Lara and we proved that right. Before the competition at the welcome party, I told him, 'We won't let you down. We'll make it through and prove you're right.' I am proud of this team." Afghanistan, who have beaten Australia and New Zealand in the ongoing edition, will now take on South Africa in the first semifinal on Wednesday (June 26, local time) in Trinidad. Meanwhile, India will lock horns with defending champions England in the second semifinal in Guyana on Thursday (June 27).

WATCH: Afghanistan burst into celebrations after entering T20 WC semifinals with win over Bangladesh

<p>On Monday (June 24, local time), Afghanistan beat Bangladesh by 8 runs, in Kingstown, St. Vincent, in what was the last Super 8 encounter&nbsp;in the T20 World Cup. With this, they&nbsp;qualified&nbsp;for their maiden T20 WC semifinals. Rashid Khan-led Afghanistan had to win to join India from Group 1 in&nbsp;the semis whereas Australia needed a favour from Bangladesh to progress ahead (following a loss to India). In a low-scoring thriller, Afghanistan edged past the Bangla Tigers to create history. During the run-chase, Gulbadin Naib's apparent cramp came under scrutiny, which many deemed was a time-wasting tactic in the rain-marred contest.&nbsp;</p>

<p>During Bangladesh's chase of 116, there were many rain breaks. During the 12th over,&nbsp;Naib went down holding his leg while standing in the slip cordon just before a delivery was to be bowled by spinner Noor Ahmed. He did so soon after head coach Jonathan Trott signalled his players to slow down the game with rain set to reappear. Back then,&nbsp;Bangladesh were two runs behind in the DLS score. Thus, Trott wanted his side to slow it down with&nbsp;the possibility of Bangladesh taking the upper hand, had that delivery been bowled.</p>

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<p>Thus, Naib fell on the ground which many felt was a time-waste tactic. Following this, there was a break due to rain, which led to Bangladesh's target ultimately being revised to 114 in 19 overs. On resumption,&nbsp;they folded for 105 in 17.5 overs. Naib's act, however, continued to be the talking point, especially after he returned to the field and claimed a wicket and also sprinted with his teammates post their famous win.</p>

<p>However, Rashid defended the all-rounder after the game.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/watch-afghanistan-burst-into-celebrations-after-entering-t20-wc-semifinals-with-win-over-bangladesh-734941">WATCH: Afghanistan burst into celebrations after entering T20 WC semifinals with win over Bangladesh</a></strong></p>
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<h2><strong>'There was no massive difference'</strong></h2>

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<p>After a tight win, Rashid said, "Well, he had some cramp, I don't know what happened to him and I don't know what's going on in social media but that doesn't matter. It's just an on-field injury which happens, the rain came and we just went off, it's not something [that] brought a massive difference in the game. We came back on field after five minutes and there was no massive difference. For me, it's just like a small injury happens, then you have to take some time."</p>

<p>Talking about the clash, Afghanistan made 115/5 after opting to bat first and rode on skipper Rashid and Naveen-ul-Haq's 4-fers to dismiss Bangladesh for 105.</p>

<p>They will now face South Africa in the first semifinal in Trinidad on Wednesday (June 26, local time).</p>
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On Monday (June 24, local time), Afghanistan beat Bangladesh by 8 runs, in Kingstown, St. Vincent, in what was the last Super 8 encounter in the T20 World Cup. With this, they qualified for their maiden T20 WC semifinals.

On Monday (June 24, local time), Afghanistan beat Bangladesh by 8 runs, in Kingstown, St. Vincent, in what was the last Super 8 encounter in the T20 World Cup. With this, they qualified for their maiden T20 WC semifinals. Rashid Khan-led Afghanistan had to win to join India from Group 1 in the semis whereas Australia needed a favour from Bangladesh to progress ahead (following a loss to India). In a low-scoring thriller, Afghanistan edged past the Bangla Tigers to create history. During the run-chase, Gulbadin Naib's apparent cramp came under scrutiny, which many deemed was a time-wasting tactic in the rain-marred contest. During Bangladesh's chase of 116, there were many rain breaks. During the 12th over, Naib went down holding his leg while standing in the slip cordon just before a delivery was to be bowled by spinner Noor Ahmed. He did so soon after head coach Jonathan Trott signalled his players to slow down the game with rain set to reappear. Back then, Bangladesh were two runs behind in the DLS score. Thus, Trott wanted his side to slow it down with the possibility of Bangladesh taking the upper hand, had that delivery been bowled. Thus, Naib fell on the ground which many felt was a time-waste tactic. Following this, there was a break due to rain, which led to Bangladesh's target ultimately being revised to 114 in 19 overs. On resumption, they folded for 105 in 17.5 overs. Naib's act, however, continued to be the talking point, especially after he returned to the field and claimed a wicket and also sprinted with his teammates post their famous win. However, Rashid defended the all-rounder after the game. Also read: WATCH: Afghanistan burst into celebrations after entering T20 WC semifinals with win over Bangladesh 'There was no massive difference' After a tight win, Rashid said, "Well, he had some cramp, I don't know what happened to him and I don't know what's going on in social media but that doesn't matter. It's just an on-field injury which happens, the rain came and we just went off, it's not something [that] brought a massive difference in the game. We came back on field after five minutes and there was no massive difference. For me, it's just like a small injury happens, then you have to take some time." Talking about the clash, Afghanistan made 115/5 after opting to bat first and rode on skipper Rashid and Naveen-ul-Haq's 4-fers to dismiss Bangladesh for 105. They will now face South Africa in the first semifinal in Trinidad on Wednesday (June 26, local time).

T20 WC: 'It's not...' - Afghanistan captain Rashid Khan on Gulbadin Naib's cramps during Bangladesh tie

<p>On perhaps one of the most historic days in cricket, Afghanistan, seen as underdogs in the T20 World Cup, entered the semifinals of the mega tournament. Afghanistan beat Bangladesh in the T20 World Cup Super 8 clash on Tuesday India time (June 25) and will play in the semifinal at Australia’s expense. After their win, the internet was in awe of Afghanistan while Australian players were slammed for their early exit.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/afghanistan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#afghanistan</a> 🇦🇫 beat <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Bangladish?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Bangladish</a> well deserve 👏 👌 🙌 proud of you guys <a href="https://twitter.com/ACBofficials?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ACBofficials</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/rashidkhan_19?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@rashidkhan_19</a> <a href="https://t.co/N1TJZxe3Ex">pic.twitter.com/N1TJZxe3Ex</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="hi">Izzat dete hain re baba... Maloom nahi tere ko bhai, rishta hai apna. Purkho ko izzat dete hain.<br />
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Khair ghar baithkar dekhna semifinal 🔥 Support us, hamare liye khush hona 😊<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/India?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#India</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Afghanistan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Afghanistan</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Pakistan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Pakistan</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/T20WorldCup?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#T20WorldCup</a> <a href="https://t.co/KVuS2Ly9X1">https://t.co/KVuS2Ly9X1</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Heroic bowling effort earns him 𝙈𝙊𝙈! 🎖️<br />
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📷: ICC<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AFGvBAN?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AFGvBAN</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/T20WorldCup?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#T20WorldCup</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/T20WC24?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#T20WC24</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ICC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ICC</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Afghanistan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Afghanistan</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CognizantMajorLeagueCricket?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CognizantMajorLeagueCricket</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MLC2024?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MLC2024</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WhistleForTexas?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WhistleForTexas</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Cricket?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Cricket</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CricketFever?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CricketFever</a> <a href="https://t.co/Yob5fo83hD">pic.twitter.com/Yob5fo83hD</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">national meme at present..<br />
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/afghanistan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#afghanistan</a> <a href="https://t.co/gqhBLwISz4">https://t.co/gqhBLwISz4</a></p>
— rh (@rusticHuman) <a href="https://twitter.com/rusticHuman/status/1805487085266387298?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 25, 2024</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="ht">Bye Bye Australia <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BANvsAFG?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BANvsAFG</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/congratulationaustralia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#congratulationaustralia</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/afghanistan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#afghanistan</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CopaAm%C3%A8rica2024?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CopaAmèrica2024</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/EURo2024?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#EURo2024</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/T20worldcup2024?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#T20worldcup2024</a> <a href="https://t.co/hLh3HhcA7g">pic.twitter.com/hLh3HhcA7g</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Me and my friend celebrating <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Afgan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Afgan</a> victory and <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Australia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Australia</a>’s elimination for T20 World Cup..🥳🥳🥳❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥🙌🙌🎉🎉 <a href="https://t.co/bT2nj1cUsu">pic.twitter.com/bT2nj1cUsu</a></p>
— Jiraya 🍥 (@Jiraya_zenitsu) <a href="https://twitter.com/Jiraya_zenitsu/status/1805488226431557897?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 25, 2024</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="qme"><a href="https://twitter.com/zomato?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@zomato</a> 😭 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AFGvsBAN?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AFGvsBAN</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Australia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Australia</a> <a href="https://t.co/gt3VoQBTxV">pic.twitter.com/gt3VoQBTxV</a></p>
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<p>Tasked to defend 116 in a rain-affected contest, Afghanistan needed their bowlers to come good as they won the contest in thrilling fashion. While Liton Das (unbeaten 54) carried his bat, it was the Afghanistan bowler’s determination that saw them clinch a place in the last four. Chasing 114 after DLS revised target, apart from Das, only Soumya Sarkar (10) and Towhid Hridoy (14) got into double figures as Bangladesh were bowled out for 105.</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ |&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/t20-world-cup-2024-rohit-bowlers-star-as-india-beat-australia-in-super-8-to-enter-semis-734774">T20 World Cup 2024: Rohit, bowlers star as India beat Australia in Super 8 to enter semis</a></p>

<p>Rashid’s 23/4 was the highlight reel while Naveen-ul-Haq also came good in the death overs with figures of 26/4 as the duo clinched a place in the semis for Afghanistan for the first time in its history.</p>

<h2><strong>Afghanistan to meet South Africa</strong></h2>

<p>The win for Afghanistan meant they finished in the top two of the Super 8 Group 1 and will now face South Africa for a place in the final. As things stand, Rashid Khan’s Afghanistan are two wins away from winning an improbable T20 World Cup. Their match will take place on Wednesday (Thursday in India) with a win seeing them face either England or India who play in the second semifinal later in the day.</p>


On perhaps one of the most historic days in cricket, Afghanistan, seen as underdogs in the T20 World Cup, entered the semifinals of the mega tournament. Afghanistan beat Bangladesh in the T20 World Cup Super 8 clash on Tuesday India time (June 25) and will play in the semifinal at Australia’s expense.

On perhaps one of the most historic days in cricket, Afghanistan, seen as underdogs in the T20 World Cup, entered the semifinals of the mega tournament. Afghanistan beat Bangladesh in the T20 World Cup Super 8 clash on Tuesday India time (June 25) and will play in the semifinal at Australia’s expense. After their win, the internet was in awe of Afghanistan while Australian players were slammed for their early exit. #afghanistan 🇦🇫 beat #Bangladish well deserve 👏 👌 🙌 proud of you guys @ACBofficials @rashidkhan_19 pic.twitter.com/N1TJZxe3Ex — Hidayat Khan (@HeroTv62788) June 25, 2024 × Izzat dete hain re baba... Maloom nahi tere ko bhai, rishta hai apna. Purkho ko izzat dete hain. Khair ghar baithkar dekhna semifinal 🔥 Support us, hamare liye khush hona 😊#India #Afghanistan #Pakistan #T20WorldCup https://t.co/KVuS2Ly9X1 — Shivam Dixit (@shivamdixit_17) June 25, 2024 × Heroic bowling effort earns him 𝙈𝙊𝙈! 🎖️ 📷: ICC#AFGvBAN #T20WorldCup #T20WC24 #ICC #Afghanistan #CognizantMajorLeagueCricket #MLC2024 #WhistleForTexas #Cricket #CricketFever pic.twitter.com/Yob5fo83hD — Texas Super Kings (@TexasSuperKings) June 25, 2024 × national meme at present.. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣#afghanistan https://t.co/gqhBLwISz4 — rh (@rusticHuman) June 25, 2024 × Bye Bye Australia #BANvsAFG #congratulationaustralia #afghanistan #CopaAmèrica2024 #EURo2024 #T20worldcup2024 pic.twitter.com/hLh3HhcA7g — theimage (@theimage_118) June 25, 2024 × Me and my friend celebrating #Afgan victory and #Australia’s elimination for T20 World Cup..🥳🥳🥳❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥🙌🙌🎉🎉 pic.twitter.com/bT2nj1cUsu — Jiraya 🍥 (@Jiraya_zenitsu) June 25, 2024 × @zomato 😭 #AFGvsBAN #Australia pic.twitter.com/gt3VoQBTxV — Matheesha Pathirana 81 (@NavMSD) June 25, 2024 × Tasked to defend 116 in a rain-affected contest, Afghanistan needed their bowlers to come good as they won the contest in thrilling fashion. While Liton Das (unbeaten 54) carried his bat, it was the Afghanistan bowler’s determination that saw them clinch a place in the last four. Chasing 114 after DLS revised target, apart from Das, only Soumya Sarkar (10) and Towhid Hridoy (14) got into double figures as Bangladesh were bowled out for 105. ALSO READ | T20 World Cup 2024: Rohit, bowlers star as India beat Australia in Super 8 to enter semis Rashid’s 23/4 was the highlight reel while Naveen-ul-Haq also came good in the death overs with figures of 26/4 as the duo clinched a place in the semis for Afghanistan for the first time in its history. Afghanistan to meet South Africa The win for Afghanistan meant they finished in the top two of the Super 8 Group 1 and will now face South Africa for a place in the final. As things stand, Rashid Khan’s Afghanistan are two wins away from winning an improbable T20 World Cup. Their match will take place on Wednesday (Thursday in India) with a win seeing them face either England or India who play in the second semifinal later in the day.

T20 World Cup 2024: Social media in awe of Afghanistan after historic win; fans bash Aussies

<p>Afghanistan scripted history at the ongoing T20 World Cup in the West Indies on Tuesday (June 25) after they clinched a place in the semifinal with a thrilling win over Bangladesh. The eight-run win over Bangladesh also saw the Asian side knock out heavyweights Australia and will play South Africa in the semis. Skipper Rashid Khan was the hero of the match having led from the front with figures of 23/4 as Afghanistan now await South Africa in the semis.</p>

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Afghanistan defeat Bangladesh in a thriller 📲<a href="https://t.co/Jpe4CazJFY">https://t.co/Jpe4CazJFY</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/T20WorldCup?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#T20WorldCup</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AFGvBAN?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AFGvBAN</a> <a href="https://t.co/3GLYcoXWtk">pic.twitter.com/3GLYcoXWtk</a></p>
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<h2><strong>Afghanistan win thriller to clinch semis spot</strong></h2>

<p>Tasked to defend 116 in a rain-affected contest, Afghanistan needed their bowlers to come good as they won the contest in thrilling fashion. While Liton Das (unbeaten 54) sparkled with the bat, it was the Afghanistan bowler’s determination that saw them clinch a place in the last four. Chasing 114 after DLS revised target, apart from Das, only Soumya Sarkar (10) and Towhid Hridoy (14) got into double figures as Bangladesh were bowled out for 105.</p>

<p>Rashid’s 23/4 was the highlight&nbsp;while Naveen-ul-Haq also came good in the death overs with figures of 26/4 as the duo clinched a place in the semis for Afghanistan for the first time in history.</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ |&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/t20-world-cup-2024-rohit-bowlers-star-as-india-beat-australia-in-super-8-to-enter-semis-734774">T20 World Cup 2024: Rohit, bowlers star as India beat Australia in Super 8 to enter semis</a></p>

<p>Bangladesh were also left disappointed as they too had an opportunity to clinch a place in the semis had they won in 12.2 overs but were ultimately left to rue their chances.</p>

<h2><strong>Afghanistan to meet South Africa</strong></h2>

<p>The win for Afghanistan meant they finished in the top two of the Super 8 Group 1 and will now face South Africa for a place in the final. As things stand, Rashid Khan’s Afghanistan are two wins away from winning an improbable T20 World Cup. Their match will take place on Wednesday (Thursday in India) with a win seeing them face either England or India who play in the second semifinal later in the day.</p>


Afghanistan scripted history at the ongoing T20 World Cup in the West Indies on Tuesday (June 25) after they clinched a place in the semifinal with a thrilling win over Bangladesh.

Afghanistan scripted history at the ongoing T20 World Cup in the West Indies on Tuesday (June 25) after they clinched a place in the semifinal with a thrilling win over Bangladesh. The eight-run win over Bangladesh also saw the Asian side knock out heavyweights Australia and will play South Africa in the semis. Skipper Rashid Khan was the hero of the match having led from the front with figures of 23/4 as Afghanistan now await South Africa in the semis. GOING TO THE SEMI-FINALS 🤯 Afghanistan defeat Bangladesh in a thriller 📲https://t.co/Jpe4CazJFY#T20WorldCup #AFGvBAN pic.twitter.com/3GLYcoXWtk — ICC (@ICC) June 25, 2024 × Afghanistan win thriller to clinch semis spot Tasked to defend 116 in a rain-affected contest, Afghanistan needed their bowlers to come good as they won the contest in thrilling fashion. While Liton Das (unbeaten 54) sparkled with the bat, it was the Afghanistan bowler’s determination that saw them clinch a place in the last four. Chasing 114 after DLS revised target, apart from Das, only Soumya Sarkar (10) and Towhid Hridoy (14) got into double figures as Bangladesh were bowled out for 105. Rashid’s 23/4 was the highlight while Naveen-ul-Haq also came good in the death overs with figures of 26/4 as the duo clinched a place in the semis for Afghanistan for the first time in history. ALSO READ | T20 World Cup 2024: Rohit, bowlers star as India beat Australia in Super 8 to enter semis Bangladesh were also left disappointed as they too had an opportunity to clinch a place in the semis had they won in 12.2 overs but were ultimately left to rue their chances. Afghanistan to meet South Africa The win for Afghanistan meant they finished in the top two of the Super 8 Group 1 and will now face South Africa for a place in the final. As things stand, Rashid Khan’s Afghanistan are two wins away from winning an improbable T20 World Cup. Their match will take place on Wednesday (Thursday in India) with a win seeing them face either England or India who play in the second semifinal later in the day.

T20 World Cup 2024: Afghanistan clinch historic semis spot with Bangladesh win; Australia knocked out