Afghan lion crushing tigers; The throw was a double record
Afghanistan won by 92 runs against Bangladesh in the match held at Sharjah Cricket Stadium yesterday. Afghanistan won the toss and decided to bat. Then the team managed to score 235 runs in 49.4 overs. In reply, Afghanistan crushed Bangladesh for just 143 runs in 34.4 overs.
In reply, Najmal Hossain Shanto scored 47 runs while Soumya Sarkar scored 33 runs to raise the score.
Double record achieved by Allah Ghazanfar
Allah Ghazanfar bowled brilliantly for Afghanistan. The player took six wickets in 6.3 overs conceding 26 runs including a maiden. Rashid Khan was outstanding with both wickets.
With this, the actor has managed to achieve a great achievement. This is the second best bowling figure by an Afghanistan player in ODIs. In 2018 against West Indies, Rashid Khan had an excellent bowling performance of 7/18.
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AMG with an early blow! ๐#AfghanAtalan | #AFGvBAN | #GloriousNationVictoriousTeam pic.twitter.com/GQoNwIawZk
โ Afghanistan Cricket Board (@ACBofficials) November 6, 2024
Allah Ghazanfar also became the third player in history to take six wickets before turning 19 in the 50-over format. Pakistan’s Waqar Younis tops the list followed by Afghanistan’s Rashid Khan.
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AM Ghazanfar delivered a phenomenal bowling performance for #AfghanAtalan and claimed his career-best figures of 6/26 to earn the Player of the Match award. ๐คฉ
Outstanding bowling, Ghaz! ๐#GloriousNationVictoriousTeam pic.twitter.com/udGRCI1vK7
โ Afghanistan Cricket Board (@ACBofficials) November 6, 2024
Mohammad Nabi scored 84 runs (79 balls) for Afghanistan who batted first in the match. Hashmatullah Shahidi scored 52 (92) and helped to raise the score. Taskin Ahmed took four wickets and Mustafizur Rahman took four wickets for the Bengal Tigers.
Content Highlight: Allah Ghazanfar In Double Record Achievement Against Bangladesh
Afghan Lions Crush Bangladeshi Tigers: A Cricket Tale for the Ages!
Well, folks, it seems the Afghan team really brought their A-game with a performance that left Bangladeshi fans wondering where their team had run off to. โAfghan lions crushing tigersโ is certainly an apt title, isnโt it? Yesterday at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Afghanistan won by a whopping 92 runs. It was less of a match and more of a cricketing masterclass.
The Match Breakdown
Afghanistan won the toss and opted to bat first, scoring 235 runs in 49.4 overs. If they were trying to play it safe, they clearly forgot what โsafeโ means in the context of cricketโ235 is a solid score, but Bangladesh was about as prepared as a cat at a dog show. They managed to crumble to 143 runs in just 34.4 overs, which I must say is rather reminiscent of me trying to eat a saladโfull of potential but quickly regretted.
In the Bangladeshi camp, Najmal Hossain Shanto stood out with a respectable 47 runs, like a lone voice in a choir singing slightly off-key. Soumya Sarkar chimed in with 33 runs, but overall, it was a symphony of errors against a well-organized Afghan side.
Allah Ghazanfar’s Double Record
Now, let’s shine the spotlight on the star of the show: Allah Ghazanfar! This young bowler absolutely decimated the competition. With six wickets at a cost of just 26 runs, his performance was nothing short of spectacular. Talk about bowling like itโs the final act of a circusโhe had Bangladeshi batsmen juggling their bats trying to stay alive!
Interestingly, this achievement also placed Allah Ghazanfar as the third player in history to take six wickets before turning 19 in the 50-over format! Following in the footsteps of legends like Pakistan’s Waqar Younis and Afghanistan’s own Rashid Khan, Ghazanfar has truly carved out a niche for himself. And honestly, with competition like that, it’s a wonder he didnโt trip over his own greatness.
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AMG with an early blow! ๐ #AfghanAtalan | #AFGvBAN | #GloriousNationVictoriousTeam pic.twitter.com/GQoNwIawZkโ Afghanistan Cricket Board (@ACBofficials) November 6, 2024
The accolades didnโt stop there; he also earned the Player of the Match award, and why wouldnโt heโwith those numbers? You can’t have those kinds of bowling figures and not get a shiny trophy to take home!
A Noteworthy Team Performance
Donโt let Ghazanfar overshadow the rest of the Afghan team, though. Mohammad Nabi put on quite the show with a solid 84 runs from 79 balls. A performance like that makes you want to rethink your life choicesโlike, maybe I should have pursued cricket instead of my current state of eating chips while watching cricket!
Hashmatullah Shahidi added his two cents with 52 runs, but letโs not take the spotlight off Taskin Ahmed and Mustafizur Rahmanโthe Bengal Tigers who took four wickets each, because we all know that even in great films, you need a villain.
In Conclusion
This match was a prime example of what happens when determination meets skill. The Lions from Afghanistan not only won, but they also solidified their reputation on the cricketing stage. And as for Bangladesh, well, theyโll need to go back to the drawing board and figure out how to tame those lions. Better luck next time, Tigers!
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AM Ghazanfar delivered a phenomenal bowling performance for #AfghanAtalan and claimed his career-best figures of 6/26 to earn the Player of the Match award. ๐คฉ
Outstanding bowling, Ghaz! ๐ #GloriousNationVictoriousTeam pic.twitter.com/udGRCI1vK7โ Afghanistan Cricket Board (@ACBofficials) November 6, 2024
In a commanding performance, Afghanistan triumphed over Bangladesh by 92 runs in a thrilling encounter at Sharjah Cricket Stadium yesterday. Winning the toss, Afghanistan opted to bat first, amassing a total of 235 runs in 49.4 overs. In a stark contrast, the Bangladeshi team faltered, collapsing to just 143 runs within 34.4 overs, showcasing Afghanistan’s bowling prowess.
Mohammad Nabi was a standout performer for Afghanistan, contributing a solid 84 runs from 79 balls, while Hashmatullah Shahidi supported the innings with a measured 52 runs off 92 deliveries. The Bangladeshi bowlers struggled against the Afghan batters, with Taskin Ahmed and Mustafizur Rahman each claiming four wickets, but their efforts were ultimately in vain.
Remarkable Milestone Achieved by Allah Ghazanfar
Allah Ghazanfar delivered a scintillating bowling display, taking six wickets in just 6.3 overs while conceding only 26 runs, including a maiden, which earned him the Player of the Match award. His exceptional performance marks the second-best bowling figures by an Afghan player in One-Day Internationals, only overshadowed by Rashid Khan’s towering figures of 7/18 against West Indies in 2018.
In achieving this milestone, Ghazanfar has made history, becoming the third player ever to secure six wickets before reaching the age of 19 in the 50-over format, joining the ranks of legends like Pakistan’s Waqar Younis and Afghanistan’s own Rashid Khan.
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AMG with an early blow! ๐#AfghanAtalan | #AFGvBAN | #GloriousNationVictoriousTeam pic.twitter.com/GQoNwIawZk
โ Afghanistan Cricket Board (@ACBofficials) November 6, 2024
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AM Ghazanfar delivered a phenomenal bowling performance for #AfghanAtalan and claimed his career-best figures of 6/26 to earn the Player of the Match award. ๐คฉ
Outstanding bowling, Ghaz! ๐#GloriousNationVictoriousTeam pic.twitter.com/udGRCI1vK7
โ Afghanistan Cricket Board (@ACBofficials) November 6, 2024
Content Highlight: Allah Ghazanfar In Double Record Achievement Against Bangladesh
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it was a match that showcased the vibrant potential and unyielding spirit of the Afghan cricket team. Their โคperformance not only delighted their supporters but also sent a strong message to the cricketing world that they are a force to be reckoned with. As for Bangladesh, they will need to regroup โฃand strategize to bounce back stronger in their next fixtures. That’sโข the beauty of cricket: every match is a โคnew โchapter,โข and the story is far from over!
Next Steps for Both Teams
As the Afghan Lions bask in โvictory, they will be keen to build on their momentum.โ Upcoming matches will โคtest their resolve and consistency, and fans will eagerly anticipate their next display of talent. Conversely, the Tigers from Bangladesh have a lot to ponder. Addressing the weaknesses highlighted โinโ this match will be pivotal as they aim to regain their competitive edge.
With cricketโฃ continuously evolving, both teams will look to adaptโฃ and refineโข theirโฃ strategies. the spiritโ ofโฃ the โgameโค prevails, bringing โnations together under โthe banner of sharedโ passion and respect forโ the sport.
We look forward โto more thrilling encounters as the cricketing calendar continues to unfold. Until next time, letโs keep supporting our teams โand celebrating the game we love!
