The highly anticipated match between Afghanistan and Bangladesh in the ongoing cricket World Cup will see Afghanistan batting first as they aim to secure a spot in the semifinals. Both teams have showcased strong performances in the tournament so far, making it a must-watch for fans. Stay updated on the live score and commentary through Al Jazeera English.
In a thrilling match at the Brain Lara Stadium in Tarouba, Trinidad, Afghanistan defeated Papua New Guinea by seven wickets to secure their place in the Super Eight stage of the T20 World Cup. This also ended New Zealand's hopes of advancing to the next round, as they were officially eliminated from the tournament. Stay tuned for more updates on the tournament.
In a thrilling T20 World Cup match, Afghanistan dominated Papua New Guinea with a convincing win. Afghanistan's opening batsman Rahmanullah Gurbaz put on a show, leading their team to a total of 160 runs. Despite a valiant effort from Papua New Guinea, Rashid Khan's exceptional captaincy and Noor Ahmad's bowling proved to be too much for them. This win puts Afghanistan at the top of their group and continues their impressive streak in the tournament.
Afghanistan has announced their 15-member squad for the 2024 T20 World Cup, with star allrounder Rashid Khan leading the team. While power-hitter Hazratullah Zazai is absent, the squad has a good mix of youth and experience, along with a strong bowling attack with plenty of variety. The team will look to their all-rounders for a strong performance, and with eight players currently competing in the IPL, Afghanistan will have a tough but exciting journey in the World Cup.
Uganda's national cricket team, the Cricket Cranes, has been placed in Group C for the 2024 ICC T20 Men's World Cup alongside hosts West Indies, New Zealand, Afghanistan, and Papua New Guinea. Despite their opponents being higher ranked, Uganda coach Jackson Ogwang remains optimistic and believes that with careful preparation, they can cause major upsets in the tournament. The T20 World Cup, which will feature 20 teams, is scheduled to take place in the United States and West Indies from June 4-30, 2024.