T20 World Cup 2024, Super Eight: Twitter erupts as Afghanistan reach into Semifinals; Australia out - Cricket Winner
Afghanistan secured their first-ever semifinal berth in an ICC event by defeating Bangladesh in a thrilling encounter in the ongoing ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024.
Published Jun 25, 2024, 1:07 pm IST
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Cricket fans around the world were treated to a thrilling encounter as Afghanistan clinched their first-ever semi-final spot in an ICC event by defeating Bangladesh in a nail-biting Super 8 match of the T20 World Cup 2024. This victory not only marked a significant milestone for Afghanistan cricket but also left the social media world buzzing with several head-scratching moments.
Afghanistan’s Innings
Opting to bat first, Afghanistan’s innings got off to a shaky start. The disciplined Bangladeshi bowling attack kept the Afghan batters in check right from the beginning. Rahmanullah Gurbaz stood out with a resilient knock of 43 runs, providing the much-needed stability at the top of the order. Despite the early breakthroughs by the Bangladeshi bowlers, Gurbaz’s patient innings kept Afghanistan in the game.
However, the middle order struggled to build on the foundation laid by Gurbaz. Rashid Khan’s late flourish, scoring an unbeaten 19 runs with three sixes, added crucial runs to the total. Afghanistan managed to post a modest total of 115 runs, which seemed achievable for Bangladesh but was defended fiercely.
Bangladesh’s bowling performance
Bangladesh’s bowlers were on point, with Rishad Hossain leading the charge by taking 3 wickets for 26 runs. Mustafizur Rahman and Taskin Ahmed also made significant contributions, ensuring Afghanistan’s batsmen never settled into a rhythm. Their strategic bowling and tight lines restricted the flow of runs, keeping Bangladesh in a favorable position at the halfway mark.
Bangladesh’s run-chase
Bangladesh’s run-chase began with an early setback as they lost a wicket quickly. Litton Das, however, took the mantle and played a gritty knock. His half-century (54 not out) anchored the innings and kept Bangladesh in the hunt. The match seemed to be tilting in Bangladesh’s favor until the introduction of Afghanistan’s pacer Naveen-ul-Haq changed the dynamics completely.
Key Moments in Bangladesh’s Innings
Naveen-ul-Haq’s fiery spell was the turning point. He rattled the Bangladeshi batting order with a sensational performance, taking 4 wickets for 26 runs. His ability to swing the ball both ways and bowl at crucial junctures put immense pressure on the Bangladeshi batsmen. Alongside him, Rashid Khan’s 4 for 23 further dented Bangladesh’s hopes, as he picked up wickets at critical moments.
Social Media Reactions
The match was a roller-coaster ride, and social media was abuzz with reactions. From celebrating Afghanistan’s historic win to questioning some of the on-field decisions, fans had a lot to say. Memes and tweets highlighting the dramatic moments of the match, including the rain interruption and the DLS method’s impact, flooded platforms like Twitter and Instagram.
Here’s how twitter reacted:
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