Afghanistan Beats Pakistan, Advances to Cricket Final Against India at Asian Games


Afghanistan Beats Pakistan, Advances to Cricket Final Against India at Asian Games

In a historic turn of events, Afghanistan etched their name in the annals of the ongoing Asian Games cricket competition by advancing to the finals. They achieved this remarkable feat by defeating their neighboring rivals, Pakistan, with a four-wicket victory in the thrilling semi-final match held on Friday. The Afghan team, led by Naib and company, is now set to face India in the Gold Medal match scheduled for October 7 (Saturday).


Opting to field first after winning the toss, Afghanistan's bowlers showcased their prowess by restricting Pakistan to a mere 115 runs in 18 overs. Fareed Ahmad emerged as the star performer with the ball, claiming an impressive 3/15. He was ably supported by Qais Ahmad (2/11), Zahir Khan (2/20), Karim Janat (1/12), and Gulbadin Naib (1/29), all of whom chipped in with crucial wickets. This brilliant bowling display saw Afghanistan bundle out Pakistan for the first time in T20 International cricket.

Afghanistan's pursuit of the target didn't begin as smoothly as they would have hoped, with both their openers falling early in the innings, managing to score just 35 runs in the initial five overs. However, Noor Ali Zadran provided a significant boost, contributing 39 runs off 33 balls, featuring four boundaries and two sixes. His dismissal, while attempting a third six, marked a crucial moment in the match.

The spinners continued to dominate in the second innings, with Arafat Minhas (2/11) and Usman Qadir (2/20) playing key roles. Sufiyan Muqeem (1/18) provided valuable support. Despite the spinners' effectiveness, the limited target left little room for Pakistan to maneuver.

Facing a situation where they had lost six wickets for 84 runs in the 15th over, Afghanistan's Naib adopted a cautious approach against the spinners and later capitalized on the available pace. He showcased his batting prowess by smashing three sixes and the much-needed boundary to secure a four-wicket victory with 13 deliveries to spare. This win secured their spot in the finals against India, setting the stage for an exciting showdown in the Gold Medal match.

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