Afghanistan delivered a commanding efficiency to stage the T20I collection 1-1 towards Zimbabwe with a 50-run victory on the Harare on Friday (December 13). A spirited batting restoration and disciplined bowling, led by Rashid Khan and Naveen-ul-Haq, sealed the win for Afghanistan.
Afghanistan’s batting restoration led by Darwish Rasooli
Requested to bat first, Afghanistan stumbled early, shedding Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Sediqullah Atal and Zubaid Akbari inside the powerplay, leaving them struggling at 33/3. Nonetheless, Darwish Rasooli anchored the innings with a accountable knock of 58 off 42 balls, his maiden T20I fifty. Rasooli discovered assist from Azmatullah Omarzai, who contributed a brisk 28, and Gulbadin Naib, whose quickfire 26* lifted Afghanistan to a aggressive whole of 153/6. Zimbabwe’s bowlers, significantly Trevor Gwandu and Ryan Burl, impressed initially however didn’t comprise the center and decrease order, permitting Afghanistan to realize late momentum.
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Zimbabwe’s faltering chase towards Rashid Khan and Naveen-ul-Haq
In reply, Zimbabwe’s chase faltered early as Naveen struck within the powerplay, eradicating Tadiwanashe Marumani. Mujeeb Ur Rahman and Rashid then dismantled Zimbabwe’s lineup with medical spells.
Brian Bennett (27) and Sikandar Raza (35) supplied some resistance, with Raza enjoying aggressively to maintain Zimbabwe’s hopes alive. Nonetheless, Naveen dismissed Raza, triggering a collapse that noticed Zimbabwe bowled out for 103 in 17.4 overs. Rashid claimed three wickets, whereas Naveen and Mujeeb added three and two wickets, respectively, to cap off a stellar bowling show.
Afghanistan’s bowlers executed their plans to perfection, with all members contributing. Rashid’s management and Naveen incisive opening spell had been instrumental in dismantling Zimbabwe on a difficult two-paced floor. With the collection now stage, each groups will look to deliver their greatest within the decider. Afghanistan demonstrated resilience and their skill to thrive below stress, whereas Zimbabwe will goal to deal with their batting frailties to bounce again within the closing match.
Right here’s how Twitter reacted:
One other very poor batting efficiency from #Zimbabwe. Our batting is our Achilles heel and can stay so for as long as we don’t choose a few of our greatest batsmen and retain gamers who’ve dissatisfied for a while.
In pure cricketing phrases our choice coverage is… https://t.co/WS45F8lBFn
— David Coltart (@DavidColtart) December 13, 2024
Naveenulhaq can also be the main wicket taker for @ACBofficials in 2024 (T20I) in addition to the very best wicket taker in T20 format within the 🌍, he has bagged 76 wickets in his 60 appearances up to now.#AFGvZIM #ZIMvAFG pic.twitter.com/mj3k5mr6Ot
— Bashir Gharwal غروال (@bashir_gharwall) December 13, 2024
RESULT | AFGHANISTAN WON BY 50 RUNS 🚨
Naveen Ul Haq (3/19), Rashid Khan (3/20), and Mujeeb Ur Rahman (2/30) placed on a terrific bowling effort to assist #AfghanAtalan beat Zimbabwe by 50 runs and draw stage the three-match T20I collection 1-1. 👍#ZIMvAFG |… pic.twitter.com/dMnHwSAmIk
— Afghanistan Cricket Board (@ACBofficials) December 13, 2024
Burl was the perfect bowler at present and did not get his full quota of overs, poor captaincy and subject placement within the final 5-6 overs giving freely so many runs, that is the place Zim misplaced. Raza could also be the perfect all-rounder however he’s a poor captain..#ZIMvAFG
— Lallu G Sharma (@lg_sharma) December 13, 2024
Afghanistan received 2nd T20I by 50 Runs. Profession Greatest Highest particular person T20I Rating for D Rasooli 58(42). Improbable spell Naveen ul haq 3/19 and Rashid Khan 3/20.#ZIMvAFG @ACBofficials @rashidkhan_19
— JaayShaan (VaidhyaJayaShankar) (@JaayShaan) December 13, 2024
After a disappointing bowling effort within the 1st T20 that resulted in a defeat, Afghanistan strikes again in probably the most emphatic method by thrashing Zimbabwe by 50 runs within the 2nd T20I #ZIMvsAFG
— Ambika (@apmahapatra) December 13, 2024
Disappointing efficiency from the boys particularly the highest order. We don’t lose hope, we’re stage, lets get the job accomplished tomorrow, i nonetheless really feel we will win this collection🇿🇼🇿🇼🇿🇼
Come on Chevrons
Come on Zimbabwe pic.twitter.com/NE37PeGNyN— Freddy Michael Masarirevu (@freddyMM93) December 13, 2024
Ryan Burl must be changed.
— Adam Theo🇿🇼🏏 (@AdamTheofilatos) December 13, 2024
Afghanistan ranges the collection 1-1!
They Beats Zimbabwe by 50 runs in 2nd T20I.
Sikandar Raza top-scored with 35 for Zimbabwe, who had been bowled out for 103 in reply to Afghanistan’s 153.
Rashid Khan (3/20), Naveen ul Haq (3/19) & Mujeeb (2/30) starred for Afghanistan.#AFGvZIM pic.twitter.com/OGZfXuyAFo
— Muhammad Areeb Uddin Sheikh. #AreebCricketWorld (@areeb_7official) December 13, 2024
A stellar efficiency by Afghanistan! 🇦🇫🔥
With a outstanding bowling show, Naveen-ul-Haq (3/19), Rashid Khan (3/20), and Mujeeb Ur Rahman (2/30) powered #AfghanAtalan to a 50-run victory towards Zimbabwe.Chasing 154, Zimbabwe was bundled out for simply 103, leveling the collection… https://t.co/8MG6SyZgxv
— Abidullah Hedayat (@DrAbidullahH) December 13, 2024
