Afghanistan Crush Uganda in T20 World Cup: Farooqi, Gurbaz, Zadran Star

Afghanistan thrashed Uganda by a massive 125 runs in their T20 World Cup encounter, thanks to dominant performances from Fazalhaq Farooqi with the ball and Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Ibrahim Zadran with the bat.

Gurbaz and Zadran laid the foundation for a strong total. Gurbaz, known for his aggressive strokeplay, smashed a quickfire 76, while Zadran provided valuable support with a composed 42. Their opening partnership of 107 runs set the tone for a big score.

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After a solid batting display, Farooqi took center stage with a sensational bowling performance. The left-arm pacer ripped through the Ugandan batting lineup, claiming a career-best five wickets for just nine runs. His fiery pace and accurate swing bowling proved too much to handle for the Ugandan batsmen.

Uganda’s chase never really got going. They were restricted to a paltry 58 runs in just 16 overs, falling well short of the target. The spin duo of Rashid Khan and Mujeeb Ur Rahman chipped in with two wickets each, further dismantling the Ugandan batting order.

This comprehensive victory marks a strong start for Afghanistan in the World Cup. Farooqi’s fifer, the highest by an Afghan bowler in T20 World Cups, will be a major confidence boost for the team. Gurbaz and Zadran’s batting masterclass showcased the team’s batting depth.

With a well-rounded performance, Afghanistan has sent a strong message to other teams in the group. They will be looking to carry this momentum forward in their upcoming matches. The win also puts pressure on other teams vying for a place in the knockout stages.