In the 5th match of the ICC T20 World Cup 2024, Afghanistan showcased their cricketing prowess with a dominant 125-run victory over Uganda. This commanding win marks a strong start for Afghanistan in the tournament.
Choosing to bat first, Afghanistan posted an impressive total of 183 runs for the loss of 5 wickets. Their innings were bolstered by a stellar partnership between Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Ibrahim Zadran.
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Gurbaz played a brilliant innings, scoring 76 runs, while Zadran added a valuable 70 runs. Their partnership of 154 runs provided a solid foundation and put immense pressure on Uganda from the outset.
In reply, the Ugandan batting lineup crumbled under the relentless Afghan bowling attack, managing to score only 58 runs.
The top scorer for Uganda was Robinson, who scored 14 runs, followed by Riazat Ali Shah with 11 runs. Remarkably, nine Ugandan batsmen failed to reach double figures, underscoring the dominance of the Afghan bowlers.
The standout bowler was Fazalhaq Farooqi, who delivered a career-best performance. Farooqi’s exceptional spell saw him take 5 wickets for just 9 runs in his 4 overs.
His precise bowling and ability to exploit the conditions left the Ugandan batsmen in disarray. Additionally, Farooqi showcased his fielding skills by taking 5 catches, further contributing to Uganda’s downfall.
Summary:
Afghanistan Innings: 183/5 in 20 overs
- Rahmanullah Gurbaz: 76 runs
- Ibrahim Zadran: 70 runs
- Notable Partnership: Gurbaz and Zadran (154 runs)
Uganda Innings: 58 all out
- Robinson: 14 runs
- Riazat Ali Shah: 11 runs
- Fazalhaq Farooqi: 5 wickets for 9 runs in 4 overs.
