Gulbadin Naib’s Four-Wicket Haul Seals Historic victory for Afghanistan over Australia
Afghanistan’s long-standing dream of defeating the mighty Australians was finally realized in Kingstown, St Vincent, as Gulbadin Naib’s stellar bowling performance led his side to a stunning 21-run victory over the reigning champions.
Naib, the eighth bowler used by Afghanistan, was the wrecker-in-chief, claiming the crucial wickets of Marcus Stoinis, Tim David, Glenn Maxwell, and Pat Cummins. His 4-for-20 earned him the Player of the Match award and propelled Afghanistan to a historic triumph.
The victory has blown Group 1 of the Super Eight wide open, with India, Australia, and Afghanistan now all potentially finishing on four points in the race for the semi-finals.
Despite a fighting half-century from Maxwell, who once again stood between Afghanistan and their historic win, Naib’s brilliance proved too much for the Australians to overcome. The Afghan all-rounder struck at crucial moments, dismissing the big-hitting Stoinis, David, and Cummins, before accounting for the dangerous Maxwell in the 15th over.
Naib’s performance was a culmination of Afghanistan’s determined efforts, finally delivering the victory they had long sought against the cricketing powerhouse. This triumph will undoubtedly inspire and energize the Afghan team as they continue their quest for glory in the prestigious tournament.
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