📷 Image Credits: The Indian Express
The T20 World Cup 2024 match between Afghanistan and Papua New Guinea took an intriguing turn as Afghanistan slumped to 22/2 after losing Zadran and Gurbaz early on. Papua New Guinea, batting first, were all out for 95 runs with some comical run outs and good bowling from Farooqi and Naveen-ul-Haq.
Afghanistan’s Rashid Khan won the toss and decided to put Papua New Guinea in to bat first in this crucial game. A win for Afghanistan would knock New Zealand out of the competition, making it a must-win game for PNG. If Afghanistan secures the victory, they will progress to the next round with hosts West Indies.
The early wickets of Zadran and Gurbaz, both dismissed by PNG’s Alei Nao, left Afghanistan in a tough spot at 22/2. PNG fought back with some good fielding and bowling, but Afghanistan’s target to chase is just 96 runs. Afghanistan will need to regroup and focus on their batting to secure the win.
The partnership between Kipling Doriga and Alei Nao steadied the ship for PNG, but Afghanistan’s bowlers managed to break through and pick up crucial wickets. With the game finely poised, both teams will look to make a strong finish and come out on top.
Stay tuned for more updates and live score from the exciting T20 World Cup clash between Afghanistan and Papua New Guinea.
