In a historic match at the T20 World Cup 2024, Afghanistan defeated New Zealand by 84 runs, marking their first-ever win over the Blackcaps.
Outstanding bowling performances from Fazalhaq Farooqi (4/17), Rashid Khan (4/17), and Mohammad Nabi (2/16) helped Afghanistan secure a resounding victory. Glenn Phillips (18) and Matt Henry (12) were the only New Zealand batsmen to reach double figures.
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— Afghanistan Cricket Board (@ACBofficials) June 8, 2024
Farooqi initiated the collapse with three wickets in the powerplay, followed by Rashid and Nabi, who dismantled a rusty New Zealand lineup.
Earlier, Afghanistan, after being put into bat, posted a total of 159 for 6. Rahmanullah Gurbaz top-scored with an impressive 80 off 56 balls, supported by his opening partner Ibrahim Zadran’s 44. Azmatullah Omarzai added a quick 22 off 13 balls. For New Zealand, Trent Boult (2/22), Matt Henry (2/37), and Lockie Ferguson (1/28) were the key bowlers.
