Nabi, Rashid and quicks lead Afghanistan to tri-series title
Afghanistan lifted the ODI tri-series trophy in style, comprehensively beating Zimbabwe by seven wickets in the final in Sharjah. They were clinical with bat and ball throughout the competition, capping off with a performance that also saw great fielding on Friday. Afghanistan bowled out Zimbabwe for 169 in 43.3 overs, before knocking off the target […]
Afghanistan secured the ODI tri-series title after a comprehensive seven-wicket victory over Zimbabwe in the final held in Sharjah. The team showcased their excellence across the competition, with a standout performance in the final including exceptional fielding. Zimbabwe, who opted to bat first, were dismissed for 169 in 43.3 overs.
Afghan bowler Rashid Khan was the standout performer, claiming 3 for 41, which was his best bowling figures in ODIs. He was part of an impressive pace trio along with Mohammad Nabi and Fazalhaq Farooqi, who together took 6 crucial wickets early on. Afghan batsman Ibrahim Zadran was pivotal, leading the chase with an unbeaten 70* off 63 balls, contributing significantly to Afghanistan's 170 for 3 in their 34.3 overs.
Zadran's performance was complemented by captain Rahmat Shah, who scored 43 off 63 balls, setting a solid foundation for the chase. Zimbabwe's chase, led by captain Sikandar Raza and Ryan Burl, was marred by consistent wicket falls. Despite a valiant effort, Zimbabwe was bowled out for 169 in 43.3 overs. Raza's innings of 68, including three sixes, were the only significant contributions from the Zimbabwe team.
The win marked Afghanistan's first tri-series title and solidified their position as a formidable team in limited-overs cricket.
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